Wood are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Ecologist to join our well established and growing ecology team to support in the delivery of some exciting and varied projects. This role can be based in either Leamington Spa or Birmingham.
The ideal candidate will have broad experience and knowledge of UK ecology including ecological survey scoping and methods, biodiversity legislation, policy and licensing procedures and ecological mitigation techniques (and their delivery and supervision). You will also have experience in preparing (and ideally reviewing) reports and documentation to support consenting regimes.
As a Senior Ecologist within Wood, you will be working closely with other members of the team and colleagues in other technical disciplines, taking a lead role in delivering ecological support on a variety of projects across the country. There are opportunities to manage a wide variety of exciting projects, take on business development responsibilities and support the growth and development of the ecology team.
Why work for Wood?
Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 45,000 people, with revenues of around $10 billion. The Wood ecology team is comprised of around 70 specialists, supporting clients across a range of industries including transport, renewables, nuclear, other power, waste, minerals and property.
Working at Wood offers unique opportunities to develop both personally and professionally, with a strong focus on work-life balance and support for all colleagues within a friendly, close-knit team. Early career ecologists are fully supported through line management, a mentoring and buddy system, with opportunities to join a variety of working groups within the business. This allows our ecologists to shape a flexible and tailored career path within the business, with support from colleagues with a wide range of technical and non-technical expertise.
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