Manager/ Assistant Utilities Environmental Advisor – Scotland

Job Description

Manager/Assistant Utilities Environmental Advisor Scotland

Are you a talented individual with drive, enthusiasm and ambition, with a passion for the outdoors and ready to grow a sustainable career? If so, we are recruiting for a Manager/Assistant Utilities Environmental Advisor to work within our Utilities Division.

This position can be based in either Perth, Argyll or Inverness, Scotland depending on candidate. Forestry is a growing industry and Scottish Woodlands Ltd is well placed to take advantage of developing opportunities and challenges the industry faces. We want you to be part of our future.

Applicants should have a BSc, HND or equivalent qualification in Environmental Science, Ecology, Geography, Forestry or similar; good interpersonal skills; ability to work on own initiative; organisational and report writing skills; Microsoft Excel and Word skills. Previous experience with Protected Species and Environmental Surveys, including GIS skills are desirable.

Key duties of this role involve, but are not limited to: –

• Supervision of Utilities Contracts on Powerlines and Railway Infrastructure to ensure environmental compliance is achieved on-site

• Conducting pre-operational environmental/ecological surveys, e.g., for protected species and other environmental constraints

• Preparation of Forestry Environmental Management Plans (FEMPs) to client satisfaction

• Site visits to audit and ensure compliance is delivered on-site

• Compiling guidance to teams and clients of best practice and recommendations for improvement

• Preparing site planning and operational maps and basic site set-up and pre-start briefs

• Preparing project plans and reports

• Complying with company and client procedures

• Completing on-site assessments and compile reports upon findings

• Assisting with submission of project documentation

• Completing CAR registrations relating to watercourse management on forestry sites

• Completing species protection plans and licence submissions

Candidates must also have a current driving licence to perform the remit of the role. Please note that travel will be involved in the role which covers all of Scotland, and as per any ecology role working hours during peak wildlife survey times may fall outside of normal working hours.

Prior to commencing employment with Scottish Woodlands Ltd, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Scottish Woodlands is unable to sponsor candidates for this role. Therefore, applicants will not be eligible to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Only candidates who can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK will be eligible for this role.

Benefits Package

In return, Scottish Woodlands offers an attractive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. This includes company vehicle, pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private healthcare and the opportunity for share equity participation. The company has a unique structure and is 80% owned by staff. Applicants also have excellent personal and career development opportunities open to them and will be part of a highly professional and motivated team. For more information on working with Scottish Woodlands or for details of information gathered during our recruitment process, please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice.

Application Process

All applications should be made online through our applicant tracking system. Please note, as part of the application process, you will be required to upload your CV, cover letter and any relevant qualification certificates.

If you have any questions relating to the role or our application process, please email: hr(at)scottishwoodlands.co.uk.

Closing Date: 31st January 2025

We are an equal opportunities employer

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