Ecologist

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ecology survey support
• Offer advice on ecological matters
• Provide on-site supervision related to ecology
• Undertake fieldwork
• Produce ecological reports
• Identify constraints to inform work delivery
• Supervise works as ecological clerk of works
• Work with lineside and drainage maintenance teams
• Implement objectives of National Environment and Sustainability Strategy
• Procure and manage subcontractors
• Evaluate tenders
• Manage ongoing surveys
• Conduct site visits across Western Route

Requirements

Education

Undergraduate degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or relevant Environmental Sciences

Experience

4 years relevant work experience

Required Skills

• Extended phase 1 habitat surveys
• Ecological supervision
• Understanding of UK and European wildlife legislation
• Knowledge of ecological survey protocols and methodologies
• Protected species surveys
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Task-oriented approach
• Teamwork
• Strong report writing
• Project management
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• GIS competency

Required Certifications

• Full UK driving license

Benefits

• 75% leisure travel discount for employee and family
• Up to 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets
• Discounted GWR network passes
• Healthcare offers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted healthcare club membership
• Childcare benefits
• Online shopping discounts
• Pension schemes
• 35 hour work week
• Hybrid working
• Enhanced family support
• 5 days paid volunteering leave
• 2 weeks paid reserve leave for Armed Forces community
• PROUD reward and recognition scheme