Ecologist / Environmental Clerk of Works (EnvCoW)

As an Ecologist and Environmental Clerk of Works (EnvCoW) your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting regular site visits to development sites, monitoring compliance to environmental legislation and writing regular reports as an EnvCoW on small- and large-scale construction sites.


• Delivering 'Toolbox Talks' to site operatives on environmental and ecological topics relevant to site.


• Providing best-practice guidance to the client on how to meet their ecological and environmental obligations.


• Collecting quality-assured biological data on Protected Species Surveys individuals and as part of a team.


• Writing technical ecological reports and comprehensive species protection plans detailing industry-based guidance for clients to meet their licencing and planning conditions.


• Liaising with clients and external stakeholders to ensure our services are delivered in a professional and practicable manner
  
  At least 5 years of experience working within the ecology/environmental sector, demonstratable EnvCoW experience is preferable.


• Full, valid driving licence and willingness to travel/work away from home (overnight accommodation provided for long-distance journeys).


• Experience conducting ecological surveys.


• Willingness to work independently (with the support of the team) in remote locations.


• Willingness to work unsociable hours where necessary (e.g. bat activity surveys and nightshift work on occasion).


• Personable manner and ability to cooperate with a diverse range of people to deliver shared environmental and ecological objectives.


• Tree climbing qualifications desirable but not mandatory.


• Protected Species Licence (bat, badger, Schedule 1 birds, otter, and/or Freshwater Pearl Mussel) desirable, not mandatory.
  
  HED Ltd is an ecology consultancy based in Dingwall near Inverness, with over 30 years of experience providing ecological services on small- and large-scale developments across the Scottish Highlands.


As Scotland undergoes exciting new developments in the renewables sector, we are looking to grow our small but close-knit team of environmental professionals. Our services include Environmental Clerk of Works - providing industry-based best practice guidance to our clients to support them in meeting their environmental standards. We also advise and provide practical support to our clients in implementing the appropriate mitigation to ensure compliance with ecological and environmental legislation. Ecological surveying is another key service we provide, including protected species surveys, national vegetation classification, pre-works walkover surveys and more.


• Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development.


• Travel expenses and overnight accommodation paid.


• The experience of working in some of the most desirable locations in the Scottish Highlands.


• Use of company pool cars and fuel card.


• Being part of a supportive, multi-functional team with a shared passion for the environment.