A fantastic opportunity to work on various projects across the north west and beyond with flexible working options. Appletons are a long-established landscape architectural and environmental consultancy based in the north west of England involved with interesting and challenging projects. We are looking for a talented Senior Ecologist with a proven track record in ecology, nature, conservation, and biodiversity.
Key responsibilities include delivering ecological services in relation to large and small projects, working within a small team, and delivering ecology output in isolation. The ideal candidate will be technically strong in various fields, commercially competent, and have demonstrable experience in ecological consultancy and project management.
The successful candidate will have:
* An environmental related degree;
* Membership of CIEEM;
* Experience in Phase 1 and 2 Habitat (NVC) Surveys with assessments in accordance with UKHabitat methodologies and production of maps and reports;
* Good experience of Ecological Impact Assessment to standard methodologies;
* Experience in protected species surveying;
* A minimum Level 1 bat licence or be close to obtaining one;
* Experience using DEFRA Metrics/BNG would be an advantage;
* Ability to find solutions to ecological challenges on projects;
* Experience of engaging with relevant authorities and stakeholders in projects;
* A good track record of delivering necessary project outputs within set deadlines;
* Excellent report writing and oral communication;
* A current, full UK driving licence.
Flexible home working is available in combination with office hours, and reimbursement of Professional Body Membership fees is offered.