Ecological Clerk of Works

Ecological Clerk of Work Location Scotland (Inverness)Consultant grade – £28,000 – £40,000Graduate – £24,000 – £27,000CleanTech Talent are seeking a consultant level Ecologist or Ecological Clerk of Work for a long-standing reputable client supporting the renewable energy sector, infrastructure, ports & harbours and more in Scotland. With multiple offices in Scotland and a reputation spanning three decades, receive best in class in house training and support. To summarise:Small to medium size multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy operating successfully in the UK for over three decades Regionally managed with a national alignment Agile mindset with people & technology development at heartHarnessing a collegiate atmosphere to enable developmentResponsible, relevant & sustainable practicesCare deeply and celebrate loudly Take each day as a blend of meaningful work, good laughs and honest conversations Easily accessible office in Inverness, with scope for travel across ScotlandCross-team projects, project management development and established yet continuously developing business processes.You will receive guidance and technical support with specific training and mentoring in your chosen field combined with work ownership and a generous salary and benefits package.Read on for more details! What will you be doing?You will be joining the highly respected team to assist in the delivery of onsite environmental and ecological auditing and an advisory role mainly on renewable energy and road infrastructure projects across Scotland. You will work closely with colleagues, and industry partners in other technical disciplines, to assist in the delivery of project work.Key ResponsibilitiesField work logistics & baseline data reviewCompilation of regular site reportsHabitats Regulations Appraisals, Environmental Management Plans and Species Protection Plans for specific tasksProvide onsite guidance to contractors & toolbox talks Collaborate with project stakeholdersManaging and communicating with key stakeholders whilst encouraging a high level of environmental protectionUsing Microsoft Word and Excel, digital photography and infield technologyOperate in a variety of environments such as remote areas or operational construction sitesSupporting office management and administrative tasksThe delivery of the ECoW role for long and short term projects may require working long hours, away from home between Monday-Friday which are available on overtime or returned time on TOIL. Key CompetenciesAt least 2 or more years proven Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) or Ecology experienceUnder/postgraduate degree in Ecology, Environmental Management or a related disciplineExperience of working under Scottish and/or UK legislationMembership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) and/or of the Association of Environmental and Ecological Clerks of Works (AEECoW)Confident in habitat and protected species ecologyAn understanding of current environmental legislation, policy trends, guidance and regulatory frameworksThe ability to work as a team and individuallyGood time management and record keepingA full UK drivers licenceThe ability to operate a 4×4 vehicle safely is desirable.What\’s in it for youSalary up to £40,000 depending on experienceInvestment in your training and successFull project lifecycle across a range of environmental disciplinesHybrid workingEstablished benefits of working with a dynamic and growing organisationGenerous holiday allowanceTraining allowanceCompany Pension contributionFlexible weekly working hours promoting work-life balanceFull time / Part time consideredWhat\’s next?If you\’re interested in applying or would at least like to know a bit more then please apply or contact Jim at CleanTech Talent for a confidential call.