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Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom

Overview

At AtkinsRéalis we are a world leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We work to connect people, data, and technology to transform the worlds infrastructure and energy systems. Our aim is to focus on excellence and innovation, transforming our clients' businesses and employee opportunities.

Our team of over 140 ecologists work throughout the United Kingdom to deliver a diverse range of challenging and exciting projects that benefit our clients, biodiversity, society, and planet.

To meet our growing project workload and help us design and apply new approaches to the work we do, we are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Ecologists to join our Newcastle upon Tyne team. By choosing to join us, you will have the opportunity to contribute to nationally significant, high-profile, and exciting projects, with many of our projects winning awards for biodiversity enhancements, innovation, and knowledge sharing. Our ecology team also won the inaugural CIEEM Large-Scale Consultancy of the Year Award in 2018 and has been highly commended in the same award category each year thereafter.

At AtkinsRéalis we are fully committed to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and work hard to make everyone feel respected, empowered, and able to realize their full potential as important and valued members of our team. Flexible working is a core part of our culture, and we appreciate that different people have different priorities. We recognize that a healthy work/life balance is integral to wellbeing, and we are extremely supportive of individual requirements for flexible and remote working. The ideal candidate would be looking to work in a hybrid manner, based at our Newcastle upon Tyne office with the opportunity to undertake ecological surveys across the country and further afield where the chance arises.

Your Role

  • Providing ecological input to a varied range of projects across different sectors.
  • Undertaking field surveys for a range of protected species and habitats and managing survey data.
  • Planning and coordinating field surveys, analysing and interpreting survey results using approaches such as biodiversity net gain or natural capital.
  • Designing and coordinating ecological mitigation works.
  • Authoring ecological reports such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impacts Assessments, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments, Precautionary Methods of Working, and more.
  • Authoring protected species license applications.
  • Managing work enquiries, preparing bids, and building client relationships.
  • Managing work enquiries and preparing bids under the guidance of more senior staff.
  • Collaborating with our AtkinsRéalis multi-disciplinary teams and undertaking stakeholder engagement.
Environment & geoscience Sciences

Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-144235

Salary range

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About you

  • Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or be on the route of obtaining membership (AtkinsRéalis to cover membership costs).
  • A degree in ecology, biology, zoology, or closely related field (desirable but not essential).
  • Experience in UK Habitat survey (Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) level 3+, or demonstrable experience equating to this level would be desirable) and protected species survey.
  • At least one protected species survey license (desirable but not essential).
  • A strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, planning policies, licensing requirements, and best practice survey techniques.
  • Good understanding of BNG/ application of biodiversity enhancements (working project experience desirable).
  • Experience of producing ecological reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisal reports and Ecological Impact Assessment reports.
  • Strong collaborative behaviors to interface with multi-disciplinary teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • A full, valid UK driving license.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you- at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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