Ecology & Biodiversity Consultant
Arthian is recruiting for an Ecology and Biodiversity Consultant to support the growth and development of the ecology and biodiversity team in Inverness.
We are keen to hear from ecologists with 1-3 years’ experience who have experience of ecological surveys and desk-based work in Scotland.
Overview
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a BSc and/or MSc in Ecology or related discipline and a Membership of a relevant professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
Essential Skills
The following skills are considered essential to the role:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A willingness to learn whilst working with our senior and consultant grade staff in Inverness and in the wider Scottish team
- Basic understanding or experience of field surveys for some of the following; habitats, birds, bats, water vole, otter, reptiles, invasive plants
- Willingness to work with contracting teams on site whilst undertaking nesting bird checks or Ecological Clerk of Works
- Ability to undertake desk-based assessments, using MAGIC and online resources
- Some experience of contributing to ecological reports or other technical documents
Desirable Skills
The following skills would be advantageous, but are not an essential requirement for the role:
- A protected species licence holder (Schedule 1 birds, bats, otter, badger and/or water vole)
- Some awareness of commerciality, for example through contributing to pricing work and writing fee proposals
About the Offer
The salary range for this role would be commensurate with experience. In addition, Arthian offers numerous benefits including:
- Subscription to a relevant professional body (generally expected to be CIEEM)
- External and internal training tailored around the individual
- 33 days annual leave (leave and public holiday combined) and the option to buy and sell holidays
- An Employee Assistance Programme
- A generous employee referral scheme
- Volunteering Day for a worthy cause
- Fully flexible parental leave options
- Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes