Job description

Our time is NOW.

ERM are seeking a talented and experienced Ornithologist, at either Senior or Managing Consultant level depending on experience. We are also open to a Senior Ecologist who can offer the Ornithology expertise we need, whilst also having more varied/generalist tasks. You will help to support our growing workload and considerable growth ambitions within the Renewable Energy space.

You’ll play a crucial role in assessing and mitigating the potential risks to bird species from wind, solar, and battery storage facilities. Your expertise will help our clients balance the need for clean energy with the responsibility to protect wildlife and their habitats.

This position would be well suited to an Ornithologist experienced in consent-based consultancy and with experience in, or passion for, the Renewable Energy sector. Applications for part-time/flexible work schedules are welcome and we all work on a hybrid basis. Some site visits may be required; however the role is minimum 90% desk based.

The Role

Manage, advise and support renewables and energy infrastructure projects in the UK and internationally
Write and review technical ornithology reports including Ecological Impact Assessment, Habitats Regulation Appraisal and Collision Risk Modelling
Design, co-ordinate and schedule ornithology surveys
Engage with, and provide technical advice to, project managers, stakeholders and clients
Mentoring of junior team members (potential line management)

Why join ERM?

We are committed to building a sustainable future with the world’s leading organisations, but we believe that change starts at home. That’s why we’ve operated the ERM Foundation(https://www.erm.com/erm-foundation/) since 1995. Take a look at the Foundation Annual Report – we think you’ll be impressed.

We offer flexible working to suit your life – need to do the school run? Not a problem! More productive and happy if you work from home a few days per week? Go ahead! Love to travel? Ask about our Cross Border Remote Working! You’ll have 25 days annual leave + public holidays, 6% pension contribution, EV car salary sacrifice scheme (Octopus), twice annual promotion opportunities, annual salary review and performance related bonus, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance programme, volunteering and Give As You Earn opportunities, travel season ticket loan, premium account for Calm (the #1 app for sleep and meditation), Cycle2Work Scheme, plus discounts on gym membership and gift cards for a wide variety of retailers and restaurants. We also offer employees a Safety First, diverse and inclusive culture in which difference is embraced, valued and celebrated. With a robust career framework in place and 20+ technical communities of global experts you can join, there are great opportunities to advance your career here at ERM.

Skills & Experience

Undergraduate degree or equivalent in ecology/zoology or a related field
Solid relevant work experience in a similar role within a consent-based consultancy
Membership of a professional body (e.g. CIEEM) or willingness to apply
Full driving license which allows you to drive in the UK
Protected species survey licence holder would be advantageous

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