Overview
Ecologist based in Boora. The role reports to the Ecology Manager and provides ecology and biodiversity support and services to BnM Renewable Energy projects and BnM peatland rehabilitation, promoting best practice, cost effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Open to public competition.
Responsibilities
* Provide general ecological support to the Planning Team on Renewable Energy Projects, including baseline ecological surveys of cutaway bogs to contribute to the BnM ecology baseline dataset and inform constraints datasets for project design, updating site-specific rehabilitation plans for inclusion in the EIAR, and reviewing design iterations and proposed mitigation/enhancement measures from an ecology/ornithology perspective.
* Proactively support data management and the maintenance and development of internal databases.
* Support the delivery of the Environmental Impact Assessment Report and Appropriate Assessment/Natura Impact Statement for the proposed development.
* Liaise with project 3rd party consultants regarding cutover and raised bog habitat mapping, ecological support, stakeholder engagement, report reviews, meetings and data management.
* Provide ecological expertise and support for other Renewable Energy projects across the wider Renewable Energy business from site feasibility through to project inception and delivery.
* Develop and update site-specific EPA rehabilitation plans and NPWS packages as part of the Peatland Climate Action Scheme and any other rehabilitation schemes.
* Deliver other PCAS requirements (stakeholder consultation and management, liaising with NPWS staff, data management, Monitoring and Verification, habitat surveys, bird surveys and other ecological surveys, GIS mapping, liaison and support of other BnM PCAS staff, AA screening and NIS support).
* Support statutory and legal reporting obligations such as AERs and the communication and agreement of bog rehabilitation plans with the EPA.
* Support other BnM peatland rehabilitation projects and assist in delivering the company’s Biodiversity Action Plan. Engage with internal BnM stakeholders to consult on and raise awareness of the Biodiversity Action Plan. Identify new projects that will facilitate delivery of BnM biodiversity objectives.
* Keep abreast of changes in ecology/environmental legislation and policy decisions to inform Business Strategy and ensure compliance with planning and environmental requirements.
* Assist the Community Engagement and Stakeholder Engagement teams with communications and consultation with local communities and other stakeholders including statutory and non-statutory consultees.
* Work as part of the BnM Ecology Team and participate in team meetings, weekly updates, time management reporting, data management, and KPI recording/reporting. Liaise with and support other BnM staff as needed.
* All employees are expected to co-operate with provisions for Health and Safety and the welfare of co-employees and members of the public.
* Participate in the Performance Management process to ensure delivery of personal and team objectives.
The Person
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification, skills, knowledge and attributes:
* Level 8+ qualification in ecology or related scientific subject or equivalent.
* Minimum 5 years relevant experience.
* Experience in digital capturing of data using GPS tablets, processing and manipulation of survey data.
* Proficient in ecological surveying, habitat and species identification, specific species surveys.
* Experience in ecological surveying, report writing, peatland habitats and delivery of renewable energy projects desirable.
* Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project and GIS (ArcGIS).
* A full clean driving licence is required for the role.
* Excellent communications skills.
* Experience in peatland species and habitats highly desirable.
* Experience in EIAR and Appropriate Assessment desirable.
* Membership of CIEEM would be an advantage.
The selection process for this role will include candidate screening from application. If you wish to be considered simply click “Apply” on the job advert, on or before 8th October 2025.
BnM is an equal opportunities employer.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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