Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large-scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others.
Your new role
We are looking for an Ecologist to support environmental and ecological works on a major UK infrastructure project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced field ecologist to work within a dynamic project team, carrying out a range of ecological surveys, site inspections, and environmental compliance activities.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting protected species and habitat surveys
- Supporting ecological site monitoring and inspections
- Completing ecological impact assessments and reporting
- Providing ecological advice to site teams and contractors
- Assisting with Environmental Clerk of Works (ECoW) duties where required
- Ensuring works comply with environmental legislation, licence requirements, and best practice guidance
- Liaising with project stakeholders and environmental specialists
What you'll need to succeed
- Highways Passport/ CSCS
- Your own PPE
- Previous experience working as an Ecologist within consultancy, construction, or infrastructure environments
- Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies
- Experience undertaking protected species surveys and habitat assessments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to the site
What you'll get in return
- Competitive day rate
- Long-term project opportunities
- Flexible contract arrangements
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure schemes
- Supportive and collaborative project team
- Valuable experience within a fast-paced construction environment
- Potential for contract extension and future project opportunities
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