Ecologist

We are looking for an Ecologist for our client on a permanent basis.Our client: M Group Highways, are supporting the safe transportation and movement of people across the UK.You'll be joining the Highways team, as the UK's number one highway maintenance contractor, our teams use the latest innovations to create effective solutions. We offer a range of services including planned and reactive maintenance and highway improvement schemes.We are looking for ecologists of all levels to develop our in-house ecology function which is part of an expanding team of environmental specialists.We are welcoming applicants at various levels from Lead / Principal ecologists, to Field ecologists with a couple of years' experience.You'll deliver a range of consultancy services both internally and externally to ensure all ecological constraints and opportunities are managed effectively.You will work collaboratively with design, construction & operational teams. Youll support habitat and species surveys, ECoW requirements, impact assessments, licencing & mitigation, and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).You'll will get stuck into both the fieldwork and desk-based activities across a wide range of exciting contracts. With exposure to a large variety of protected species.Candidates will need:Valid UK driving licence Experience in field surveys and reporting, including UK Habitat Classification assessment, BNG condition assessment, and protected species surveys Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and expectations of contract/project management teams through effective communication Sound knowledge of ecological principles, legislation, policy, and guidance. Willingness to work from office locations regularly, travel across the UK, and stay away from home for short periods when requiredOur client offers a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which includeMatched or contributory pension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme In addition, this role offersCompany car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Recommend a friend - get rewarded for introducing people to us! Holiday purchase scheme Personal Accident CoverAbout M Group We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. We are one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of our hiring process. Some of our roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of our induction.