Assistant Ecological Consultant/Ecological Consultant

ADAS, part of the RSK Group, is seeking an Assistant Ecological Consultant/Ecological Consultant to join our highly skilled ecology team on a full-time basis. This is a hybrid home and office-based position with flexibility in the split. We are seeking applicants within the Oxford, Oxfordshire area.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake baseline habitat surveys, assessments and reports
• Work alone and with our existing ecologists in the wider region to ensure quality projects are delivered on time for our clients
• Talk to our clients to ensure quality delivery of projects to deadlines
• Write technical reports ready for review by your colleagues, such as ecological constraints reports, Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, and protected species reports
• Support the team with business development and project management

Person Specification

• Full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle and within a commutable distance to our office
• Demonstrable experience of ecological consultancy work, including leading on surveys and managing projects
• Good working knowledge of ecology, legislation, and survey techniques, including protected species surveys and mitigation
• Previous ecology related experience
• Graduate level education in a relevant subject
• Excellent written communication skills and be able to produce accurate technical reports to a professional standard

Salary And Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience
• Regular training and career development (including funding and time allowances for related academic course attendance)
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer