Ecological Consultant - Terrestrial

You will play an integral role as part of our team, providing valued ecological input to a range of projects from initial feasibility through planning, procurement, construction, operation and in some instances, to decommissioning. The appointed staff member will be an active member of the Affric team, providing ecological advice as part of our multidisciplinary team, and will contribute to the day-to-day tasks of the consultancy as a whole. The role will include:

• Undertake both desk-based and field survey activities to contribute to the understanding of ecology present within a project area;
• Collation and analysis of data;
• Understanding the implications of projects on ecological receptors, providing input to project design and mitigation to minimise adverse effects and maximise benefits;
• Inputting into Survey Reports, Habitat Management Plans, Habitat Regulation Assessments (HRA), Environmental Supporting Documents and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA);
• Undertaking biodiversity enhancement assessments;
• Inputting to European Protected Species Licence applications; and
• Providing Ecological Clerk of Works support as required.
  · Educated to BSc level in a relevant field (i.e., ecology).
· Full drivers licence. Relevant Experience · Minimum of 1.5 years' experience in the field of ecological survey and assessment. · Understand and have implemented relevant survey protocols/techniques. · An awareness of technical assessments underpinning ecological work (e.g. EcIA, HRA, baseline characterisation, and scientific study design). · Understanding of Scottish ecological legislation, policy and guidance. Competencies & Skills · Good technical writing skills. · Can verbally articulate knowledge on specific ecological topics to non-specialists. · Ability to communicate with people at all levels. Attitude & Disposition · Ambitious with a drive to learn and develop themselves. · Flexible and adaptable. · Positive can-do attitude. · Willing and able to undertake site work. · Happy to work independently or as part of a team. · Willingness to contribute to projects that might be outside current areas of expertise.
Our benefits package includes:
• 25 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays;
• Company pension;
• Company performance bonuses;
• Health care scheme; and
• Paid professional memberships.