Assistant / Consultant Ecologist

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Assistant / Consultant Ecologist

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WSP . Based in Glasgow, you will join the Nature Services Team and work on engaging projects within a supportive and varied team of technical experts.

We are a large and diverse team at WSP. We work with experts across the UK to deliver project experience and knowledge. You''ll have access to training and mentoring opportunities to grow your career and the chance to influence the wider ecology industry. We also support flexible working arrangements to help you be at your best.

Responsibilities

Assisting with and undertaking ecology surveys including extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys and protected species surveys.

Assisting with and preparing tenders for a range of schemes, and suites of habitat, botanical and protected species surveys.

Input into a range of ecological deliverables including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species Reports, European Protected Species licence applications, Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Biodiversity chapters of EIAs and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA).

Client liaison and project management.

Providing mentoring and training to the wider ecology team.

Qualifications

An appropriate academic qualification in Ecology or a related discipline.

Qualifying Member status with CIEEM (or eligible).

Experience in extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys along with knowledge and experience in protected species surveys, working towards protected species licences.

Some demonstrable experience in ecological survey, ideally in a consultancy environment but other experience will be considered, including voluntary work.

An enthusiastic, energetic outlook and willingness to learn.

An appreciation of relevant wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.

A full UK valid driving licence.

Self-confidence and motivation, with good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Experience in ecological consultancy having started to develop core field and reporting skills.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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What’s In It For You

Work-life balance: Hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in offices across the UK.

Inclusivity and Belonging: A culture of inclusion and belonging with employee resource groups and support for diverse backgrounds.

Health and Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and menopause support package.

Flex your time: WSP My Hour to take one hour each day for personal activities with flexible time adjustments; part-time and flexible working arrangements; option to purchase additional leave and to use bank holidays as needed.

Your development: Training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

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