About The Role
Be part of this ‘once in a generation’ project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low-carbon electricity.
The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke.
We are more than just an alliance, we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide.
What you'll be doing
The Ecologist will support the Environmental Sustainability Manager and wider Environmental Team in the coordination and delivery of ecological mitigation, legislative compliance, and ecological protection during construction activities on the Sizewell C Project. This role will provide key on-site ecological presence in the form of an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW), supporting the implementation of ecological controls and requirements through supervision, site monitoring, and advice.
The Ecologist will be responsible for supporting the development and delivery of ecological method statements, species licensing compliance, and ongoing site surveys. The role will involve liaison with contractors, ecological consultants, and relevant stakeholders to ensure all ecological activities meet the competency and training requirements outlined by Sizewell C, and that mitigation is implemented to best practice standards.
The Ecologist will also contribute to toolbox talks, site briefings, and regular ECoW training and support sessions. They will be responsible for maintaining high ecological standards across the site and for supporting the ongoing improvement of ecological performance and assurance.
Who we're looking for
Essential
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
- Educated to degree or Masters level in Ecology or related subject
- Proven experience in a Civils/Utilities/Major Construction industry in an ecological role specifically a NSIP.
- Experience working as an ECoW which includes practical experience and knowledge of environmental legislation, ecology mitigation, environmental licences and consent applications and regulators.
- Membership of one of the following professional institutions
- Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers (Full or associate).
- Institute of Ecology and Environmental Managers – Accredited ECoW
- Association of Environmental Clerk of Works (Full member).
- Full UK driver’s licence and flexibility to travel.
- MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point to a high standard.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to operate in a range of environments.
- Able to demonstrate the ability to positively influence environment and sustainability within projects.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Desirable
- Internal environmental auditor qualification.
- Master’s degree in relevant field.
- Experience in Implementing ISO 14001.
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?
Benefits
As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:
- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow. 42 hours per week.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About Us
Balfour Beatty’s Major Projects business is delivering some of the UK’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects including HS2, the new high-speed railway and the first nuclear power station in a generation, Hinkley Point C. Using the latest technology, we’re driving productivity and creating a lasting legacy by delivering sustainable solutions that strengthen communities.
From consultancy and design, to all aspects of construction and maintenance. We have the proven expertise to deliver large-scale projects safely and successfully.
Diversity and inclusion
At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion
To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/
We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:
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