Ecologist

Internal applications are welcome.

Mott Mac Donald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott Mac Donald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley to deliver award‑winning projects in the water and wastewater sector.

You will be working on major water and wastewater schemes throughout all phases of the project, from feasibility through to construction, within the UK water market.

• Engage in projects covering all phases of the life cycle, influencing scheme design, enhancements, and best practices.
• Explore innovations in Net Benefits to Biodiversity, integrating these into client advice and strategy development.
• Work on a diverse range of projects and tasks to challenge and grow your skills.
• Collaborate with ecologists and environmental/engineering colleagues both onsite and in the office, deepening understanding of our consultancy and construction business.
• Advocate integrated solutions and innovative technology, ensuring quality and sustaining our environmental business.

• A degree in Ecology or a directly related subject.
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of applying relevant guidance for surveys.
• Report writing experience.
• Knowledge of assessing and implementing biodiversity net gain.
• A valid driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.
• Protected species licence or working towards one.

• MMB matches employee pension contributions between 4.5 % and 7 %.
• Annual bonus schemes available.
• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
• Minimum of 33 days holiday each year, including public holidays, with flexible leave options.
• Life assurance, private medical insurance, critical illness insurance, and health screening options.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, two weeks paid paternity/partner leave, and shared parental leave options.
• Up to 2 paid additional days leave for significant caring responsibilities.
• Structured development schemes supporting professional chartership and mentorship programmes.

Reading, GB – Permanent, Full Time. Market:
Water. Discipline:
Water.

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Mott Mac Donald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes.

Entry level

Full-time

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