Ecologist

We are delighted to be offering an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join the consultancy team at Maydencroft Limited based from our Letchworth Garden City or Windsor office.

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and capable Ecologist who is keen to develop their career within a supportive and ambitious consultancy environment. The successful candidate will contribute to a broad range of ecological consultancy projects across the commercial, public, private, utility and charity sectors, while developing technical skills and experience alongside a highly experienced team.

We are a close-knit group of ecological, landscape, arboricultural and forestry consultants working as an integral part of the broader company, which includes arborists, foresters, groundsmen, landscape operatives and farmers.

At Maydencroft we greatly value professional integrity, a dedicated yet flexible work ethic, and impeccable standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking field survey work for a range of ecological projects including; Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, a range of protected species surveys and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments
• Production of technical reports, survey documentation and mitigation strategies
• Supporting senior colleagues with the production of Ecological Impact Assessments, Habitat Regulations Assessments and Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans
• Liasing with clients, contractors and project teams with confidence when required
• Assisting with project management, including working to deadlines and project finances
• Providing ecological advice and support to other decisions within Maydencroft Limited
• Maintaining accurate field data and ensuring high standards of quality and attention to detail
• Supporting seasonal staff where required

Core skills and requirements

• A degree in ecology or related subject
• At least two years’ experience working within ecological consultancy or a related discipline
• FISC Level 3 minimum
• Member of CIEEM – Associate level desirable
• Good understanding of legislation and protected species guidance
• Experience undertaking habitat surveys and protected species surveys
• Substantial field survey experience
• Excellent report-writing skill
• Experience with GIS software
• Confidence and ability to communicate in a professional manner
• Full, clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Desirable skills / qualifications

• FISC Level 4+
• Protected species licences
• Project management experience
• Understanding of UK planning system and experience undertaking work to support development projects

The Workplace

The position will be based from our offices at either One Garden City (Letchworth Garden City, Herts, SG6 3BF) or Pigeon House Farm (Dorney, Windsor, SL4 6QB) with opportunities for hybrid working.

Salary

Staring from £32,000

Contract Length

Permanent (subject to successful completion of a 6-month probationary period).

Working Hours

Full-time working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave (plus public holidays) with an annual increase of one day for every full year’s service up to a maximum of 27 days
• Company vehicle for commercial use
• Training and development opportunities, including FISC exams
• Professional membership fees paid
• Supportive team environment in a multi-disciplinary company with opportunities to grow your knowledge and experience
• Annual performance-related pay rises
• Auto-enrolment in the company Pension scheme after 3-months
• Enrolment to the company Medicash scheme following passing probation
• Company sick pay
• Options for flexible working
• Referral bonuses
• Bike2Work Scheme

Equal Opportunities

Maydencroft Limited is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics, to apply.

We are committed to equality of opportunity in all our employment practices, policies and procedures for all existing, potential and former employees, contractors, customers, suppliers – and every individual we work with.

We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. We look forward to hearing from you.