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Ecologist

£26.3 - £30.3 per hourEstimated

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Ecologist to join our Consulting Advisory team in Cardiff - a vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK.   

The role

Our Ecologists play an important part wi thin the Advisory team and alongside our clients. As an Ecologist you will provide effective support and assistance to your Senior Ecologist on a variety of ecological schemes whilst taking the lead on projects and mentoring junior Ecologists.

The role will also include ecological support to regional and national projects to a wide range of public sector clients (Amey currently works with clients in the highways, rail, local authority, central government, aviation and waste sectors).

Responsibilities include:

  • To work in a team, producing technically sound deliverables for Ecological commissions
  • Preparation and checking of documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme.
  • Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries
  • Managing a small, locally based single discipline technical team and taking responsibility for delivery of their workload.
  • Contributing to the preparation of bids and general working winning function
  • Drive effective health and safety practices within the team.

What you will bring to us:

  • Developed experience and expertise within the Ecological field, probably gained in an Ecologist role or equivalent
  • Expertise in protected species surveys, holding atleast one European protect species survey license. Bat licence is highly advantageous
  • EPS Mitigation licence application experience and Protected species licence holder or working towards same (notable species: bats & dormice)
  • Experience in Invasive species survey and management
  • Comprehensive knowledge of ecological processes and survey methodologies
  • Able to produce technically sound ecological solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards, wildlife legislation and client requirements
  • Ability to apply ecological management theory and principles to clear understood situations
  • Experience in undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations
  • Good understanding of risk assessment, experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensure appropriate risk mitigation has been applied
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning such as Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology or Environmental Science
  • Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)or equivalent

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. 

Some of our benefits include:  

  • Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition 
  • Competitive salary and compensation 
  • Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey 
  • 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays 
  • Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership 
  • Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in 
  • Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant 
  • Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
  • Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities 

Who we are 


Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. 

What we do 


We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets. 

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