Carmichael UK are looking for an Ecologist to work for a Tier 1 client on a Major Project in Suffolk
Principal Accountabilities, Activities and Decisions
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Lead on the delivery of ecological requirements as set out in project documentation, licences, and statutory approvals.
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Support the development and implementation of ecological method statements and management plans.
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Build and maintain working relationships with regulators, clients, design teams, and internal delivery teams.
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Ensure site compliance with ecological legislation, licensing conditions, and mitigation plans, and coach construction teams in the application of controls and best practice.
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Maintain and support updates to the environmental management system in response to changes in ecological standards, client requirements, or legislation, liaising with the senior team lead as required.
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Lead or support investigations into ecological incidents or non-conformances, and report findings with recommended corrective actions.
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Review Works information and deliver or advise on any necessary ecological control measures or timing restrictions.
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Provide technical advice and support to operational teams and subcontractors on ecological matters and species-specific requirements.
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Monitor on-site activities to ensure compliance with ecological and environmental controls, delivering site walkovers and watching briefs where required.
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Provide on-site ecological advice to operations and design teams, including mitigation for protected species, vegetation clearance, and pollution control.
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Ensure implementation of ecological and environmental requirements set out in the project’s environmental management systems.
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Maintain awareness of relevant changes to standards, guidance, or legislation, and support updates to internal systems and working practices accordingly.
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Deliver ecological toolbox talks, briefings, and site-based coaching to operatives, supervisors, and management.
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Prepare internal and external reports as required, including ecological input to performance metrics, incident investigations, and case studies.
Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Essential
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Educated to degree or Masters level in Ecology or related subject
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Proven experience in a Civils/Utilities/Major Construction industry in an ecological role specifically a NSIP.
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A minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an ECoW which includes practical experience and knowledge of environmental and wildlife legislation, ecology mitigation, environmental licences and consent applications and regulators.
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Excellent knowledge of survey techniques employed for protected species.
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Membership of one of the following professional institutions
•Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers (Full or associate).
• Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers – Accredited ECoW
•Association of Environmental Clerk of Works (Full member).
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Full UK driver’s licence and flexibility to travel.
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MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point to a high standard.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to operate in a range of environments.
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Able to demonstrate the ability to positively influence environment and sustainability within projects.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.