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<h3>Company Description</h3>Our core purpose is to enable nature and business to thrive together.Our brand mission is to be chosen by clients as their preferred specialists and regarded by people in our industry as the company to work for. We aim to be the most innovative, pragmatic and fast-growing environmental consultancy in the UK.With offices across the UK, our experts are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes to our clients across a range of environmental services and ecological contracting.Our services include but are not limited to: terrestrial ecology, freshwater ecology, hydrology, marine laboratory, arboricultural services, geographic information systems (GIS) and mapping, environmental impact assessments.<h3>Position</h3>We are seeking an aquatic consultant to join our dynamic team, responsible for managing and delivering complex aquatic projects. You will lead surveys, conduct data analysis, and prepare technical reports. As a technical expert, you will produce accurate, concise reports and environmental assessments to meet regulatory and investigatory standards in freshwater environments. &nbsp;In addition to project work, you will manage and mentor junior staff within the freshwater team. You will contribute to business development, preparing quotes and tenders, and building client relationships. &nbsp;Examples of work we get involved with:<ul><li>Example field project deliverables: preliminary ecological appraisals, ecological clerk of works, macroinvertebrate and water quality monitoring, fish surveys, modular river habitat surveys, water level monitoring and flow gauging.</li><li>Example environmental assessments: nutrient neutrality assessments, Water Framework Directive assessments, Habitat Regulations Assessments, Environmental Impact Assessments, Marine Plan Policy Assessments, Flood Risk Assessments, Flood Risk Activity Permits and Marine License Applications.</li><li>Example project objectives: Water Restoration Fund studies, habitat compensation studies, habitat surveys to inform BNG for fish pass projects, drought permit monitoring, storm overflow assessment, surveys and assessments to support planning and consent requirements.</li></ul> &nbsp;(Please note, experience in these areas is not essential) &nbsp;If you are looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, we invite you to apply and join our growing team. &nbsp;Salary&nbsp;- circa £40,000 per annum, dependent on skillset.<h3>Requirements</h3>Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and deliver aquatic ecology and / or hydrology projects.</li><li>Produce high quality reporting and assessment deliverables for clients, within allocated time and budget constraints.</li><li>Technical review and approval of a range of deliverables produced by others.</li><li>Coordinate field surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and ensure compliance with Thomson’s methods.</li><li>Assist in business development by preparing tenders, quotes, and supporting revenue growth.</li><li>Stay updated on ecology / hydrology relevant legislation and survey techniques, for continuous professional development.</li></ul> &nbsp;Required Qualifications &amp; Experience:<ul><li>Proven experience in aquatic ecology, hydro-ecology, or related fields.</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of ecology / hydro-ecology survey techniques, assessments, legislation, and project management.</li><li>Full, clean UK driving licence and ownership / access to a car with business insurance.</li></ul> &nbsp;Desirable Skills:<ul><li>Experience at Consultant or Senior Consultant level in environmental consultancy.</li><li>Expertise in biological indices and surveys to assess aquatic ecosystem health, including macroinvertebrate surveys and analysis,</li><li>Experience in hydro-ecology monitoring (water quality, water level, flow gauging).</li><li>Sales/marketing experience in the environmental sector.</li></ul> &nbsp;Key Skills:<ul><li>Excellent communication and organisational skills.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently.</li></ul> &nbsp;At Thomson we support hybrid working arrangements, employees can work a mix of remote and office working. We have office locations in Guildford, Birmingham (Kenilworth), Leeds, Cardiff, Manchester and Ipswich.<h3>Other information</h3>Working at ThomsonAt Thomson, we strive to be the very best at what we do, both in the eyes of our customers and our colleagues. We believe in One Thomson; we draw on and value every individual’s unique skills and experience to come together and support each other in delivering an exceptional service.Our people are our greatest asset. We want Thomson to be a great place to work, where everyone feels supported to be the best they can be. We are proud of our friendly, supportive, ‘nothing is too much trouble’ culture. We live and breathe our RISE (Respect, Integrity, Support, Excellence) values. Your opinions matter to us; we are constantly evolving.We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure we have an engaged, productive and happy team. We are flexible and committed and welcome new challenges.We recognise&nbsp;the importance in training and developing our team as well as offering a competitive pay and reward package.Involving ourselves in our local communities is important to us and we are proud of our continued achievements in fund raising for charity. We work hard but have fun too. &nbsp;We are passionate about career development so we make sure we nurture talent. Our people benefit from access to a diverse range of industry-accredited external training, as well as in-house training opportunities led by our specialists. The variety of projects we deliver across the breadth of environmental services encourages cross-team working and collaboration.&nbsp;We can offer you the opportunity to contribute to and lead on high-profile, once in a life-time projects.&nbsp; &nbsp;You’ll enjoy all the benefits we have to offer which include:&nbsp;25 days annual leave,&nbsp;healthcare cash plan,&nbsp;enhanced stakeholder pension scheme, life insurance, discounted gym membership, paid professional memberships, clothing allowance, outstanding performance rewards, long service awards, free parking and regular local and company social events.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson.<h3>Please see the full Job Description <a href="https://cezanneondemand.intervieweb.it/uploads/268/annunci/SeniorAquaticConsultantJDJuly2025.docx" target="_blank">here</a>.&nbsp;</h3>

Thomson Environmental Consultants

Senior Aquatic Consultant

Company Description Job Description Are you driven by a passion for the environment and a desire to make a lasting impact? Do you enjoy working on a variety of projects that contribute to sustainable development? Are you motivated by joining a global company with a reputation for excellence and innovation? If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. We're looking for a Senior Marine Ecologist to join our dynamic and growing marine ecology team (and wider marine projects group). If you're passionate about marine biodiversity, technical detail, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to lead on high-profile marine offshore and coastal projects, this could be your next step. Your new role As a Senior Marine Ecologist, you will lead and deliver technical marine ecology inputs across a range of major infrastructure and development projects, including offshore wind, interconnectors / subsea cables, ports and harbours, and coastal developments. You will play a key role in writing and reviewing environmental assessments, developing project specific mitigation measures and enhancement measures for the marine environments, engaging with regulators, and developing the expertise within the marine ecology team. Your key responsibilities will be: <ul><li>Lead and author technical chapters for EcIAs, HRA, WFD, and MCZ assessments.</li><li>Prepare and review supporting information for marine licence / voluntary notifications / EPS licence applications.</li><li>Design, review, and undertake marine ecological surveys (including intertidal phase I and II habitat surveys).</li><li>Write and review ecological baselines for benthic ecology, fish and shellfish, and marine mammals.</li><li>Input to impact assessments for a range of marine ecological receptors.</li><li>Collaborate with other disciplines such as acoustics and coastal processes to develop approaches to modelling impact pathways to marine habitats and species.</li><li>Develop and implement marine ecological mitigation and enhancement strategies.</li><li>Experience in Development Consent Order (DCO) applications and Examination processes.</li><li>Undertake multivariate statistical analysis using PRIMER (e.g. benthic community analysis).</li><li>Conduct fish spawning habitat assessments for key species such as herring and sandeel.</li><li>Some understanding of assessing underwater noise effects (and other impacts pathways such as EMF) on marine ecological receptors.</li><li>Support stakeholder engagement, including regulators, NGOs, and clients.</li><li>Experience in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) (using the Defra Statutory Metric), Marine Net Gain (MNG), and blue carbon habitats (e.g., kelp beds, seagrass, saltmarsh, and maerl beds).</li><li>Deliver training material and support the upskilling of the expanding marine ecology team.</li></ul>Your new team As a marine ecologist you will be part of our UK Biodiversity and Ecosystems service line but will also collaborate closely with the marine EIA team, which forms part of our wider Global Impact Assessment business. Our UK business employs over 300 environmental science professionals in 14 locations and covers a breadth of consulting services structured around impact assessment, compliance, strategy and transactions, ecology and biodiversity, new initiatives and sustainability, product safety and stewardship, contaminated land, and water. Our clients include UK and global multinationals, utilities, local and central government and international institutions. Ramboll operates a flexible working policy, and with this you will be part of an exciting team of experts, who respect each other and work towards a common goal. About you You are a technically strong marine ecologist with a good understanding of UK marine policy and consenting processes, relevant marine ecology guidance documents and data-sources. You will have the experience to identify the deliverables required for consenting projects and the ability to undertake detailed ecological impact assessments, and input and develop marine ecology surveys. You enjoy mentoring junior staff, leading technical workstreams, and contributing to strategic project delivery. Your qualifications and skills include: <ul><li>Degree in Marine Biology/Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.</li><li>Proven experience in UK marine EcIA and licensing processes.</li><li>Understanding of the requirements and processes for the assessment of projects on habitats and species (HRA and MCZ) and coastal water bodies (WFD).</li><li>Strong technical knowledge of UK marine ecology habitats and species, including benthic ecology, fish and shellfish, and marine mammals.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an eye for detail.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.</li><li>Full UK driving licence.</li></ul>We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll's supportive learning culture can help you grow. So, if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team. What we can offer you <ul><li>Strong company commitment and ethos centred on sustainable development</li><li>Investment in your development</li><li>Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles</li><li>Being valued for the unique person you are</li><li>Never being short of inspiration and support from colleagues, clients, and projects</li><li>The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company</li><li>Flexible work environment</li><li>27 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Matched pension contributions</li><li>Private medical cover and life assurance</li></ul>Work at the heart of sustainable change Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential. Ready to join us? Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc. Please note that we do start the interviews before the application deadline. Deadline: 30/09/2025 Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application. Ramboll in the United Kingdom Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. Ramboll has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices working towards a more sustainable future. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment &amp; Health, and Energy. Strong values guide what we do and drive an inclusive, collaborative, and highly flexible culture that values people and ideas. Explore and nurture your own passion, expertise, and creativity at Ramboll through work that benefits our people, partners, nature, and society. An equal opportunity employer Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics, in addition to the Protected Characteristics as set out in the Equality Act, (2010). As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please reach out to our recruitment team to discuss any adjustments that you might require during the application process. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. When you join Ramboll, you'll have the ability to work your hours flexibly through our positive and inclusive approach to work.

Senior Marine Ecologist

Have you ever considered joining a multidisciplinary team where you can work in a diverse, welcoming, and fun environment on amazing projects across the UK and globally? Then look no further than Stantec. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior / Principal Water Quality Modeller to join us at any of our UK offices, focusing on coastal and estuarine environments. Stantec is working in partnership with most water companies across the UK and Ireland and with a wider stakeholder community to develop effective and sustainable wastewater solutions driven by the environmental needs of our inland waters and coast. With increasing political and public pressure, challenges are substantial as water quality standards tighten, and we consider a wider range of systems and environmental processes. This requires an integrated team that can work across the water cycle to meet industry-wide efficiency and environmental challenges. Though predominantly focused on the UK, there are wider opportunities to work with colleagues overseas, including supporting major projects in the United States. Key to our growth is the continuous development of our technical expertise in understanding the context of water quality within environmental systems. Through integration with other expertise in urban and natural catchments, we work with a range of stakeholders to help clients and communities develop solutions that sustainably and efficiently deliver environmental performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and imaginative water quality modeller to join an ambitious expert team in a role that will provide plenty of scope for technical development and career progression in the coming years through existing contracts and client relationships both in the UK and overseas. You will work within a core of scientific and engineering experts, supporting a range of clients, primarily from the water sector but also the energy and infrastructure sectors. Together, we will identify pollution sources, pathways, and impacts on sensitive receptors and develop engineered and nature-based solutions. The role encompasses scoping, data collection, development, execution, and presentation of multidimensional environmental water quality models. These models simulate the behaviour of reservoirs, lakes (Loughs and Lochs), transitional, and coastal waters. This position offers the right person a genuine opportunity to improve our environments and communities. We seek driven individuals who think differently and love to challenge conventional thinking. Our expanding project portfolio identifies water quality solutions that meet community needs, including reducing carbon and improving biodiversity. About You You will have extensive experience in 2D / 3D hydrodynamic and water quality modelling and either have attained or be working towards chartered membership in a relevant professional institution. As an experienced professional, you are expected to work independently and with minimal supervision, with extensive relevant experience that includes the following: <ul> <li>A good understanding of numerical modelling equations and discretisation, 2D mesh generation</li> <li>Experience using numerical modelling software such as MIKE, Delft3D, and Telemac, with proven applications in relevant fields. This experience might include modelling hydrodynamics, multiphase flows, particle tracking, advection dispersion, water quality, and chemical processes.</li> <li>Ideally, you will also have a basic understanding of physicochemical water quality, as well asa good understanding of oceanography and the associated regulatory standards for fresh and/or marine waters.</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills and the experience and confidence to liaise with a broad range of stakeholders working closely with clients, as well as other professional staff across multidisciplinary business groups.</li> </ul>We are proud of our culture. We have an open, friendly and professional environment where ideas are shared and opportunities are seized. We know our continuing success and development depend on yours, so we go all the way to giving you the support you need to be the very best. If you want to work on exciting and diverse projects that make a difference in people's lives, then a career at Stantec could be the one for you! #UKWater #LI-MH1 About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact <a href="mailto:careers.uk@stantec.comand" target="_blank">careers.uk@stantec.comand</a> we will talk to you about how we can support you. ReqID: 7204

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