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Invasive Non-Native Species Scientist – Water Management Consultancy
AtkinsRéalis. Support water resource invasive non-native species investigations .
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support water resource invasive non-native species investigations
- Develop and apply risk assessment tools for water company and regulatory clients
- Support the INNS Service Line through multidisciplinary collaboration
- Develop and apply emerging approaches in invasive species management, transfer and control
- Support technical development of aquatic ecology staff
- Support large-scale INNS and aquatic species monitoring programmes
- Lead or support ecological input to projects, including field surveys and technical reporting
- Assist with catchment science projects involving river and wetland function, habitat design, management and restoration, hydroecology, ecological impact assessment, Water Framework Directive compliance and Biodiversity Net Gain
- Deliver technical consultancy services and positive environmental outcomes
- Maintain relationships with environmental scientists, engineers and planning consultants
- Develop technical skills through Continuing Professional Development
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience of invasive non-native species with a specific focus on the assessment of aquatic INNS transfer risk
- Knowledge of programme, resource and financial management
- A degree in a relevant discipline is essential
- Consultancy experience
- Willingness to work towards securing chartership
- Highly numerate and literate
- Familiarity with IT and software appropriate to the tasks undertaken
- Experience of working on large water resource projects as part of a multidisciplinary team is desirable
- Experience specifying, undertaking and managing invasive species surveys is desirable
- Highly motivated and proactive
- Skilled at collaborative working, with good interpersonal skills and effective communication
- Flexible, hands-on and proactive approach
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
- Comfortable applying skills in a commercial environment
- Role may require security clearance
- Security vetting may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or longer
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salaries
- Employee rewards
- Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Hybrid working culture
- Flexible holiday allowances
- Family-friendly employment policies
- Flexible working arrangements
- Employee resource groups
- Disability Confident interview commitment for applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria