Current Vacancy: Senior Ecologist
Aval Consulting Group is a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy that provides pre and post-planning services. Our consulting services are built upon the latest guidance, such as National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Planning Practice Guidance (PPG) and relevant Environmental Permitting Regulations. We specialise in providing assessments for planning applications for new developments and change of use for existing developments.
We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. We believe diversity enhances our team and the solutions we provide, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.
Role Description
Leading and delegating tasks for multiple projects of different scales.
Organising and undertaking surveys
Prepare and review reports (Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, Biodiversity Net Gain Assessment, Preliminary Bat Root Assessment, Ecological Impact Assessment, etc.)
Liaising with clients and/or their agents professionally to maintain excellent client relationships as well as attending meetings
Liaising with the local authority where required
Managing Ecology projects within Aval Consulting Group
Assisting with quoting/bidding for potential new projects
Qualifications and Experience
A degree in a related field (Geography, Environmental Science, etc.)
Membership in CIEEM
Bat Survey Licence
Great Crested Newt Survey Licence
Full UK driving licence
Experience in protected species survey would be beneficial but not essential
Experience undertaking Tree Surveys would be beneficial but not essential
What do we offer?
Fully remote / Working from home
Flexible working
Continuous Professional Development and learning development opportunities
Pension: You will be included in the company pension scheme
Get your birthday off
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference in the world of science and engineering whilst safeguarding health and the environment, and you value an inclusive and supportive workplace, we invite you to explore opportunities with us. Please send a CV with a cover letter to jobs@aval-group.co.uk and someone from the recruitment team will get in touch with you.
Careers with Aval Consulting Group
We are always looking for talented colleagues to join our teams. If you think you have the right skills then we would be keen to hear from you.
AVAL’s Equal Opportunities Policy is to ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender, reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
At Aval, we offer careers in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical and Structural Engineering disciplines. We are proud to highlight our commitment to fostering gender equality in the engineering industry. At Aval, we have a strong representation of women in leadership positions, and we actively promote and support women pursuing careers in STEM.
At Aval, we believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and the impact of women in shaping the future of science and engineering. In recognising the invaluable contributions that women bring to the field of science and engineering, our commitment to gender diversity goes beyond mere inclusion by ways of actively promoting and supporting women pursuing careers in STEM, ensuring their voices are heard and talents recognised.
