WSP has a large, highly experienced and friendly Ecology team who get involved with a diverse range of interesting projects across a number of sectors within the UK for both private and public sector clients. We are active in terrestrial and aquatic ecology, biodiversity net gain, ecosystem services and natural capital. Our work on innovative applications of remote sensing is award winning. In addition to working on UK projects, there are also opportunities to work internationally if desired. The team pride themselves on the integrated support offered by working alongside our in-house water, landscape, arboriculture and sustainability specialists to deliver commercially balanced, innovative and integrated solutions.

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In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

A typical Consultant Ecologist week would include:

• Planning and undertaking ecology surveys including Extended Phase 1 habitat/ UK Habs surveys and protected species surveys.

• Supervision of works in ecologically sensitive areas.

• Preparation of ecological reports and method statements.

• Data management and analysis.

WSP offer fantastic training opportunities both internally and externally at Consultant level, allowing you to develop your career as a professional ecologist in a supportive environment.

• An appropriate academic qualification in Ecology or a related discipline.

• Qualifying Member status with CIEEM (or are eligible for this).

• Some demonstrable experience in ecological survey, ideally in a consultancy environment but other experience will be considered, including voluntary work.

• An enthusiastic, energetic outlook and willingness to learn.

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Experience of working with data including spatial data and/or producing GIS maps.

• An appreciation of relevant wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.

• A full UK valid driving license.

• The appetite to work in remote locations, potentially in adverse weather conditions and potentially staying away from home during the working week.

• Self-confidence and motivation, with good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• An appropriate academic qualification in a related discipline and at least a Qualifying Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management.

• Experience in ecological consultancy having started to develop core field and reporting skills.

• Experience in extended Phase 1 habitat survey along with knowledge and experience in protected species surveys, working towards protected species licences.

• Knowledge of relevant wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.