ECoW / Ecologist

Assystem is an international company with one mission: to accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Finding solutions to climate change is a priority of the 21st century, requiring a shift to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to support this transition globally. Our 7,500 Switchers leverage their engineering expertise and project management skills alongside digital technologies.

Operating across 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia), we work on producing and distributing low-carbon electricity through nuclear and renewable energy projects. We also modernize energy grids, develop new transmission and distribution networks, and utilize hydrogen to decarbonize transport and industry sectors.

The UK government has pledged to reach carbon neutrality by 2050, investing heavily in nuclear and renewable energies. As a leading provider of project management, design, and construction supervision services within the nuclear industry, Assystem aligns its strategy to support this low-carbon energy shift, considering transport and infrastructure systems as key factors.

In 2021, Assystem acquired Schofield Lothian, reaffirming its commitment to the UK's energy transition. This acquisition enhances our capabilities in consultancy services for transport and infrastructure sectors, focusing on sustainable performance improvements in areas such as Consents & Engagement, Commercial Management, Project Management, and Environmental Services.

We are recruiting a Graduate/Assistant Ecologist to join our Ecology team at Assystem. We support major commercial and infrastructure projects by providing surveys, assessments, site-based support, biodiversity net gain, and urban greening evaluations.

The initial focus will be on supporting the construction of High Speed 2, where you will assess, manage, and monitor ecological constraints. You will deliver ecological advice to ensure compliance during construction.

Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting ecological surveys before site clearance;
• Checking sites for protected and notable species;
• Investigating and reporting ecological incidents;
• Liaising with client's environmental and project management teams;
• Managing ecological risks proactively;
• Delivering Toolbox Talks and ecological information sessions;
• Attending ECoW meetings and implementing action points;
• Participating in site meetings to understand the work schedule;
• Supporting ecological monitoring and compliance;
• Analyzing ecological data and providing weekly reports;
• Promoting continuous improvement in ecological practices;
• Contributing to business development activities. My Profile
  • Benefits include a pension scheme (8% employer contribution, 4% employee contribution), 25 days' paid leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell days, and reimbursement of professional fees.

  We value diversity and are committed to equal opportunity employment. We believe that diverse backgrounds and perspectives foster innovative solutions. Your unique contributions will help shape the future.

  Are you a prospective or recent graduate?

  Join our Switch to Grow UK Graduate Scheme to gain hands-on experience in engineering, digital services, and project management by working on critical energy projects worldwide.

  Be part of the challenge of the century: accelerating the switch to low-carbon energy!