Manager / Assistant Utilities Environmental Advisor - ScotlandAre 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 the 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.
What you will be doing: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-siteConducting pre-operational environmental/ecological surveys, e.g., for protected species and other environmental constraintsPreparation of Forestry Environmental Management Plans (FEMPs) to client satisfactionSite visits to audit and ensure compliance is delivered on-siteCompiling guidance to teams and clients of best practice and recommendations for improvementPreparing site planning and operational maps and basic site set-up and pre-start briefsPreparing project plans and reportsComplying with company and client proceduresCompleting on-site assessments and compile reports upon findingsAssisting with submission of project documentationCompleting CAR registrations relating to watercourse management on forestry sitesCompleting species protection plans and licence submissionsApplicants should have: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.
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, company vehicle, generous pension scheme, life assurance, permanent health insurance, private health care, bonus scheme, and the opportunity for 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.
Application ProcessAll 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 or queries relating to the job role or our application process, please contact the HR Team at ******.
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