The Vacancy
ADAS, part of the RSK Group Ltd, islooking for a motivated and ambitious Agricultural Soil Surveyor / Consultant to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.
The successful candidate will be involved in a range of projects across all our business sectors including cross country pipelines and cables, infrastructure, residential and commercial developments.
The projects would be located throughout the UK, sometimes in remote and challenging locations. You must be able to travel throughout the UK and stay away from home for short periods. They must also be comfortable lone working in an agricultural setting where livestock may be present.
Responsibilities:
1. Undertake soil survey fieldwork and produce written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC)
2. Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients.
3. Manage data to support technical reporting, planning applications and EIA
4. Liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.
Qualifications / Experience:
5. Full driving licence and own transport
6. Degree or a postgraduate qualification in Soil Science, or a related degree (physical geology, environmental scientist)
7. Relevant years' practical experience
8. Have experience of soil surveying and knowledge of Agricultural Land Classification (ALC)
9. Be able to demonstrate excellent report writing skills
10. Be accustomed to working outside in all weather
11. Ability to develop skills with a view of registration with a professional body if not already e.g The Institution of Agricultural Engineers or British Society Soil Scienc
Salary and benefits:
12. Salary commensurate with experience
13. Contributory Pension Scheme
14. Life Assurance
15. A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
16. Regular training and career development
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