Agricultural Soil Surveyor/Consultant
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Occupation TypeBiological scientists
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
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£40,300
(£20.67 per hour)
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Description
The successful candidates will be involved in a range of projects across all our business sectors including cross country pipelines and cables, infrastructure, residential and commercial developments.
The projects would be located throughout the UK, sometimes in remote and challenging locations. We therefore require dedicated and enthusiastic staff surveyors who enjoy outdoor working with a strong aptitude for hard physical work, excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop their skills and abilities within this busy team.
The applicant must be able to travel throughout the UK and stay away from home for short periods. They must also be comfortable lone working in an agricultural setting where livestock may be present.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidates will undertake soil survey fieldwork and produce written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC), Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients. They would be required manage data to support technical reporting, planning applications and EIA, liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.
Attributes Required
ADAS requires its employees to demonstrate energy, responsibility and curiosity, which lead to the delivery of results. In addition to these general attributes applicants will need to demonstrate/ possess the following:
The projects would be located throughout the UK, sometimes in remote and challenging locations. We therefore require dedicated and enthusiastic staff surveyors who enjoy outdoor working with a strong aptitude for hard physical work, excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop their skills and abilities within this busy team.
The applicant must be able to travel throughout the UK and stay away from home for short periods. They must also be comfortable lone working in an agricultural setting where livestock may be present.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidates will undertake soil survey fieldwork and produce written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC), Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients. They would be required manage data to support technical reporting, planning applications and EIA, liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.
Attributes Required
ADAS requires its employees to demonstrate energy, responsibility and curiosity, which lead to the delivery of results. In addition to these general attributes applicants will need to demonstrate/ possess the following:
- Hold a degree or a postgraduate qualification in Soil Science, or a related degree (physical geology, environmental scientist) with relevant practical experience.
- Have experience of soil surveying and knowledge of Agricultural Land Classification (ALC)
- Be able to demonstrate excellent report writing skills.
- Be accustomed to working outside in all weather.
- Willingness and ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to understand and communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner in English.
Knowledge of the following points would be beneficial:
- Agricultural drainage in the UK.
- The implications of construction projects on agricultural land.
- An understanding of UK agricultural practice and business issues.
- An awareness of current challenges facing farmers and land managers in terms of environmental, policy and financial issues.
- When required to work at locations which require you to stay away from home the company will pay subsistence and accommodation rates within normal company policies.
- Mileage rate of 45p per mile for the use of own vehicle, subject to having the necessary business insurance cover.
- Negotiable depending on experience.
- Contributory Pension Scheme.
- We encourage Continuing Professional Development.
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or secondary agencies.