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
  • Senior Ecologist 
  • Senior Landscape Architect
  • GIS Consultant 

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.
  • Qualification in tree climbing and aerial bat roost inspections.

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

Senior Ecologist

Due to our rapidly increasing workload, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and suitably experienced Senior Ecologist to join our friendly and growing team. This is a permanent position, based at our offices in Bradford on Avon but with the flexibility of home-working available as part of our Flexible Working Policy. We are happy to consider full or part-time hours.

Johns Associates is proud of its Investors in People Platinum status.

The requirements of the post are varied, and would typically involve the following:

  • Efficient management and delivery of ecology projects and the ecology requirement of multidisciplinary projects.
  • Coordination of field surveys and deliverables for a range of client projects.
  • Undertaking field surveys across a range of sites (including UK Habitat Classification surveys and Condition Assessments, and protected species surveys).
  • Production of high quality, robust written documents, including survey reports, PEAs, EcIAs, HRAs, Habitat Management Plans and ES Ecology Chapters for a range of development proposals (with support as necessary).
  • Developing mitigation strategies and advising clients on BNG opportunities/ requirements.
  • Acting as the day-to-day client contact.
  • Co-ordination of specialist sub-consultants as required.
  • Writing quotes/ tender proposals for relevant projects across a range of sectors.
  • Mentoring junior staff members in areas of expertise, both within the ecology team and across the company.

You will have:

  • A relevant degree(s) and appropriate membership of CIEEM.
  • At least 5 years relevant consultancy experience, with proven experience at the appropriate level in the following key areas:
    • Management of commercial projects to time and budget
    • Identifying and implementing solutions to issues as they arise
    • Production of robust PEAs, Ecological Impact Assessment reports (to CIEEM standards) and Ecology Chapters of Environmental Statements
    • Preparation of / assisting with the preparation of EPS licence applications
    • Botanical identification/ survey skills desirable (FISC Level 3/4)
    • Biodiversity Net Gain assessments using the Defra Metric 4.0
    • NE/ NRW survey licence(s) an advantage
  • A thorough understanding of the UK planning system and supporting relevant UK and European legislation and policy.
  • Excellent attention to detail.

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

Senior Landscape Architect

As a Landscape Institute Registered Practice, we pride ourselves in providing high quality designs, advice, and sustainable and creative solutions for our clients in the fields of landscape architecture, ecology, water, GIS, Environmental Impact Assessment, arboriculture, and countryside management. 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. Our landscape architects work closely with our in-house team of ecologists to provide design solutions that deliver wide-ranging benefits.

Due to our rapidly increasing workload, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and suitably experienced and Chartered Senior Landscape Architect to join our friendly and growing team. This is a permanent position, based at our offices in Bradford on Avon but with the flexibility of home-working available as part of our new Flexible Working Policy. We are happy to consider full or part-time hours.

 Johns Associates Ltd is proud of its Investors in People Platinum status.

 The requirements of the posts are varied and typically would involve the following:

  • Hard and soft landscape design proposals for a range of developments at all design stages from feasibility / concept through to detailed design and implementation.
  • Undertaking desk and site-based landscape and visual survey and assessment work and producing Landscape & Visual Appraisal (LVA) / Landscape Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) reports including to EIA level.
  • Input into Landscape Management Plans (e.g. LEMPs).
  • Working within a multidisciplinary team integrating ecological and hydrological features/ strategies into designs that integrate landscape design, ecology, and hydrology to deliver nature-based solutions and biodiversity net gain.
  • Production of technical drawings using AutoCAD / Keyscape etc.
  • Production of illustrative material and photomontages using relevant software or hand drawn.
  • Acting as a day-to-day client interface.
  • Working with the Principal Landscape Architect and Directors to help develop new client/ business development opportunities.

Desirable skills and experience will include:

  • Chartered status and full membership of the Landscape Institute is desirable.
  • We encourage and support engagement with the Pathway to Chartership.
  • A degree in Landscape Architecture.
  • At least 5 years relevant consultancy experience is preferred for the senior role, showing good commercial awareness and successful project outcomes.
  • Experience of managing projects and in building good relationships with clients.
  • Excellent verbal, written and communication skills and able to convey your passion for Landscape Architecture to clients, other professions, and the broader team.
  • Good horticultural knowledge and technical skills to develop detailed soft and hard landscape designs and specification work with a keen interest in creating high quality and sustainable places.
  • Recent experience in the production of LVA / LVIAs and input into Landscape Management Plans is desirable.
  • A good level of expertise in a range of software including AutoCAD, Keyscape, Adobe Creative Suite and NBS. Some knowledge of Sketchup 3D software or similar would be beneficial.
  • You will be results driven, enjoy challenging opportunities, be resourceful and have a positive attitude.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car.

GIS Consultant 

Johns Associates is an award-winning and highly respected environmental consultancy based in a lovely Listed Georgian townhouse in the heart of historic Bradford on Avon (near Bath). We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and suitably experienced GIS Consultant to join our friendly and growing team, to lead this area of our work and to help to shape solutions that protect the environment and deliver sustainable and cost-effective outcomes for our clients. This is a permanent position, based at our offices in Bradford on Avon but with the flexibility of hybrid working.

We pride ourselves in providing high quality advice, designs, and sustainable and creative solutions for our clients in the fields of ecology, landscape architecture, water, GIS, Environmental Impact Assessment, nature based solutions, and countryside management. We work across a wide variety of sectors including housing, utilities, transport, sport, 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.

Johns Associates Ltd is proud of its Investors in People Platinum status, which shapes and reflects an exciting career with us, including a personal development pathway, support from mentors and working across the company as a vital part of our future.

The requirements of the post are varied and typically would involve the following:

  • Georeferencing and digitising map data
  • Capturing, managing and analysing data in GIS from multiple sources and in a range of formats
  • Management and manipulation of data and production of a range of mapping outputs, including: Ecological information such as UKHab and faunal records; Landscape/Environmental Designations; Water, soils, trees, environmental hazards; Environmental receptors and pathways; and Design and co-ordination of field survey forms to support GIS outputs
  • Producing mapping/data outputs and contributing towards: LVIAs/EIA/EcIA/FRA; BNG Assessments and protected species licencing; Scoping/Environmental Baseline Reports; and Figure production in relation to data interpretation and mapping
  • Systematic storage, logging and management of geospatial data in accordance with our quality assurance and client requirements e.g.: Opensource; Survey derived; Third party; and Client provided
  • Working with the wider project team to deliver projects within deadlines and budgets
  • Providing mentoring support to the wider team in their use of GIS

Essential skills and experience include:

  • Relevant qualification and professional membership
  • A minimum of 2 years commercial experience of this type of work using the following key technologies: ESRI ArcGIS suite of products including: ArcGIS Pro, Collector/Field Maps/ Survey123; QGIS; and Python
  • Experience working with a range of data formats and storage systems including: Geodatabases; Shapefiles; GeoTiffs; Dwg/dxf files; and Excel
  • An eye for detail and high quality design and layout of GIS outputs
  • Working knowledge of UK environmental sector and relevant applications of GIS within it

Desirable skills and experience include:

  • Use of AutoCAD and/or other drawing packages
  • Use of RMarkdown and statistical analysis of data
  • Awareness of field mapping equipment and techniques
  • Wider IT systems skills

You will be results driven, enjoy challenging opportunities, be resourceful, innovative and have a positive attitude.

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.