Current Vacancies

Johns Associates always welcomes CVs from talented/ aspiring ecologists, landscape architects and environmental professionals looking for a new challenge. If you are interested in working with us, please send a CV and covering letter/ email (and portfolio for landscape architect candidates) to ljohns@johnsassociates.co.uk

As a Registered Practice with both CIEEM and the Landscape Institute and with Investors in People Platinum status, we pride ourselves in providing high quality advice, designs and sustainable and creative solutions for our clients in the fields of ecology, landscape architecture, GIS, and green and blue infrastructure. We work across a wide variety of sectors including housing, leisure, transport, utilities, renewable energy, local and national government, conservation agencies and education and have a strong reputation for dealing with complex and challenging projects, providing the best outcomes for our clients, the environment, and local communities and in developing exemplar schemes. Our ecologists and landscape architects work closely together to provide design solutions that deliver wide-ranging benefits, maximising biodiversity net gain.

We have the following current vacancies within our Practice:

  • Bat Ecologist/ Ecologist with Level 2 Class Licence for Bats

More information on these roles are given below.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Bat Ecologist/ Ecologist with NE Level 2 Class Licence for Bats

Due to the growth in the number and scale of our bat projects, (including more challenging work requiring advanced skills, research and bat conservation), we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Bat Ecologist/ Ecologist with a Natural England Level 2 class licence and experience of working under bat EPS licences to join our friendly and experienced team. This permanent position is open to candidates seeking either a full- or part-time position and is based at our offices in Bradford on Avon but with home-working available as part of our Flexible Working Policy. The successful candidate would work closely with our Lead Bat Ecologist, who holds Level 3 and 4 class licences and numerous EPS licences including for rare species such as horseshoe and grey long-eared bats.

 Requirements of the post will include:

  • Efficient management and delivery of projects/ tasks with a focus on bats, across a range of sectors and within focused and multidisciplinary projects.
  • Undertaking field surveys including Preliminary Roost Assessment / Daytime Bat Walkover surveys for bats, Ground Level Tree Assessments and activity surveys.
  • Overview and co-ordination of bat survey equipment.
  • Production of high quality, robust written documents, including bat survey reports, PEAs, bat aspects of EcIA/ES, HRAs and EPS Licence applications (with support where necessary).
  • Robust bat data analysis / interpretation skills including statistical analysis.
  • Acting as day-to-day client interface.
  • Co-ordination of specialist sub-consultants as required.
  • Writing quotes/ tender proposals for relevant projects across a range of sectors.
  • Mentoring junior staff members as required.

 Required:

  • A relevant degree(s) and appropriate membership of CIEEM.
  • At least 3 years relevant consultancy experience with strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and best practice.
  • Natural England Level 2 Class licence for bats and experience of working under at least 2 bat EPS licences (as an accredited agent or as second ecologist).
  • Preparation of EPS licence applications.
  • Knowledge of, and proven ability in, the ecology and identification of all UK bat species.
  • Working knowledge of the most up-to-date bat guidelines and survey techniques (including use of infra-red videography).
  • Good competency in the use, management, deployment of range of bat survey equipment.
  • Confident at independently conducting all types of bat surveys associated with a Level 2 Class licence.
  • Strong experience in the preparation of bat reports.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Positive outlook and enthusiastic individual.

Desirable:

  • Experience of on-site bat supervision, including roof strip work.
  • Bat handling experience.

 To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter/ email to ljohns@johnsassociates.co.uk

What We Offer

We offer a well-supported, structured and enjoyable career development pathway whilst working on a wide range of exciting and meaningful projects, developing your skills and experience in a supportive environment. Johns Associates offers the following benefits and rewards to all staff:

  • Competitive salary aligned with your skills and experience
  • Flexible Working
  • Contributory pension scheme*
  • Employee Health Cash Plan and Private Health Care*
  • Annual leave entitlement of 28 days (pro-rata), plus Bank Holidays
  • Up to 5 days external training allowance per year, plus internal training
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Payment of one relevant professional membership (CIEEM/ LI etc).
  • Company laptop, screen, and iPhone
  • Involvement in charitable activities
  • Discretionary bonus

* On successful completion of a three-month probationary period.

To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter/ email (and portfolio for landscape architect positions).

Johns Associates is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes different styles of thinking, ideas and perspectives to help develop the most innovative environmental solutions.