Agricultural Soil Surveyor / Consultant

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The Vacancy

The Vacancy
ADAS , part of the RSK Group Ltd, is looking for a motivated and ambitious Agricultural Soil Surveyor / Consultant to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.
The successful candidate will be involved in a range of projects across all our business sectors including cross country pipelines and cables, infrastructure, residential and commercial developments.
The projects would be located throughout the UK , sometimes in remote and challenging locations. You must be able to travel throughout the UK and stay away from home for short periods. They must also be comfortable lone working in an agricultural setting where livestock may be present.
Responsibilities:

• Undertake soil survey fieldwork and produce written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC)
• Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients.
• Manage data to support technical reporting, planning applications and EIA
• Liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Full driving licence and own transport
• Degree or a postgraduate qualification in Soil Science, or a related degree (physical geology, environmental scientist)
• Relevant years\’ practical experience
• Have experience of soil surveying and knowledge of Agricultural Land Classification (ALC)
• Be able to demonstrate excellent report writing skills
• Be accustomed to working outside in all weather
• Ability to develop skills with a view of registration with a professional body if not already e.g The Institution of Agricultural Engineers or British Society Soil Scienc

Salary and benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
• Regular training and career development

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About Us
ADAS is the UK’s largest independent environmental and agricultural consultancy. Our goal as a company is two-fold: secure British food and enhance the environment. Established over 75 years ago and part of RSK Group since 2016, we offer high-quality, research-based tailored solutions for a wide-ranging client base. From working with small and medium-sized landowners to helping shape government policy with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), we are adept at collecting and analysing data and creating bespoke strategies to achieve the best outcome for our client’s unique needs. We are a trusted brand when it comes to managing the countryside: we do more than simply tick checkboxes; we will formulate a strategy that benefits the landowner and nature – our approach is fluid and changes according to requirements.
As well as agricultural research and consultancy, ADAS provides ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, planning, and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors. Our technical specialists have supported both local and nationally significant utility, transport, infrastructure, government and development projects. Some of our client relationships span over 40 years. We evolve and innovate with our clients, thereby ensuring that we provide a practical, reliable, and responsive service.
ADAS is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues\’ growth. We\’re committed to preserving RSK\’s people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you\’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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