Associate Ecologist
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 24 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Norwich, Cambridge |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | RPS Group Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | req7445 |
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RPS, a Tetra Tech company is looking for an Associate Ecologist to join our East of England ecology team, based in Norwich or Cambridge.
About the Team
Our East of England ecology team delivers a range of ecological services to support renewable energy, residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the region. We are involved with some of the largest off-shore wind developments in the country, as well as onshore solar, battery storage and energy transmission, helping to deliver clean energy to the UK market. We also have a strong presence in the residential and commercial market, providing variety to the work we do.
Your Impact:
Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
What you will be doing:
Support our Senior Ecology Management Team in managing and growing our East of England ecology team
Lead and manage complex ecological projects as part of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy, residential, and commercial projects, including Town and Country Planning Act developments and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects
Author, and peer review, a range of ecology reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Environmental Statement (ES) Ecology Chapters
Contribute to the development of the team through providing in-house training, support and line management to junior team members
Work collaboratively as part of a team of ecologists
Lead negotiations with Natural England, County Ecologists, Local Authority planning officers, and stakeholders
Complete Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, interpreting and evaluating the Biodiversity Metric to deliver pragmatic on- and off-site solutions to our clients
Project management including preparation of fee proposals/ tenders, invoicing and management of project finances
Design and implement ecological mitigation strategies including mitigation licences for bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, and water vole
Who we are looking for:
You will have sound knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation relevant to the role
You will have extensive experience managing ecological inputs to complex development projects, including EIA, green infrastructure and biodiversity net gain assessments
You will excel in a client-facing role, winning and delivering new work and managing client relationships
You will technical expertise in your chosen specialist areas, or general terrestrial ecology
You will be competent in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessments (FISC level 4 highly desirable but not essential)
You’ll be able to design and complete a range of typical ecology surveys, and interpret the findings to inform robust ecological assessments and deliver pragmatic solutions to clients
You’ll have experience designing/ delivering ecological mitigation including protected species licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
We are looking for a team player – someone to support our small team as we grow, but also the ability to work independently.
Good time keeping and communication skills are important to us.
You will hold a full UK driving licence, insured for business purposes, and be willing to travel to sites throughout the region (some level of overnight accommodation may be required).
Qualifications/ licences/ certifications:
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Ecology or closely related field.
CIEEM Membership
Hold at least one protected species survey licence (great crested newt and bats highly desirable)
FISC Level 4 highly desirable but not essential
What is in it for you?
We offer a competitive salary in the range of £48,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.
We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.
Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
Why choose RPS, a Tetra Tech company:
In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.
We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.
As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.
About the Team
Our East of England ecology team delivers a range of ecological services to support renewable energy, residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the region. We are involved with some of the largest off-shore wind developments in the country, as well as onshore solar, battery storage and energy transmission, helping to deliver clean energy to the UK market. We also have a strong presence in the residential and commercial market, providing variety to the work we do.
Your Impact:
Join RPS, a Tetra Tech company to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
What you will be doing:
Support our Senior Ecology Management Team in managing and growing our East of England ecology team
Lead and manage complex ecological projects as part of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy, residential, and commercial projects, including Town and Country Planning Act developments and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects
Author, and peer review, a range of ecology reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Environmental Statement (ES) Ecology Chapters
Contribute to the development of the team through providing in-house training, support and line management to junior team members
Work collaboratively as part of a team of ecologists
Lead negotiations with Natural England, County Ecologists, Local Authority planning officers, and stakeholders
Complete Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, interpreting and evaluating the Biodiversity Metric to deliver pragmatic on- and off-site solutions to our clients
Project management including preparation of fee proposals/ tenders, invoicing and management of project finances
Design and implement ecological mitigation strategies including mitigation licences for bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, and water vole
Who we are looking for:
You will have sound knowledge of the UK planning system and environmental legislation relevant to the role
You will have extensive experience managing ecological inputs to complex development projects, including EIA, green infrastructure and biodiversity net gain assessments
You will excel in a client-facing role, winning and delivering new work and managing client relationships
You will technical expertise in your chosen specialist areas, or general terrestrial ecology
You will be competent in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessments (FISC level 4 highly desirable but not essential)
You’ll be able to design and complete a range of typical ecology surveys, and interpret the findings to inform robust ecological assessments and deliver pragmatic solutions to clients
You’ll have experience designing/ delivering ecological mitigation including protected species licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
We are looking for a team player – someone to support our small team as we grow, but also the ability to work independently.
Good time keeping and communication skills are important to us.
You will hold a full UK driving licence, insured for business purposes, and be willing to travel to sites throughout the region (some level of overnight accommodation may be required).
Qualifications/ licences/ certifications:
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Ecology or closely related field.
CIEEM Membership
Hold at least one protected species survey licence (great crested newt and bats highly desirable)
FISC Level 4 highly desirable but not essential
What is in it for you?
We offer a competitive salary in the range of £48,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
We’re proud to be an accredited training provider, internationally recognised and providing robust fully accredited professional training programmes - to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we provide learning and development for everyone.
We support our people to innovate, collaborate and build meaningful careers. Our network of people and knowledge will expand your horizons and give you access to a variety of interesting projects.
Embracing diverse ideas, perspectives, and thinking styles is at the heart of what we do. We need a mix of experiences and techniques to develop the ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community of experts and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
Why choose RPS, a Tetra Tech company:
In 2023 RPS joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organisation.
We design, and manage projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities.
As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.
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