Ecologists (Ecologist, Senior and Principal)

INCA (Industry Nature Conservation Association) – Principal, Senior and Ecologist Roles

With summer finally arriving, so is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a small, well
respected, not for profit, ecological organisation, based in the heart of a unique and dynamic
landscape. We are encouraging ecologists with a wide variety of skills and experience to
contact us and explore what the future might have to offer for you here at INCA.

INCA is a unique organisation, created from industry to help to ensure that the landscapes of
the Tees Valley and North Yorkshire continue to serve as one of the most biodiverse and
economically active areas in the country. INCA has worked in the estuary for over 30 years and
has been the go-to organisation for industries ecological needs. This area is currently seeing
one of the greatest times of change in recent years, with ambitious environmental goals for Net
Zero and an energy transition to renewable and secure energy.

We would like to attract ambitious, skilled and experienced ecologists to discuss joining our
organisation, which is uniquely part-funded through membership by industry, regulators and
other local environmental organisations. We are therefore looking for people who are friendly
with excellent communication skills, to help cultivate relationships. Ideally you will also
have had a variety of experience, including leading ecological projects through planning,
completing Habitat Regulations Assessments, UK Habitats classifications for BNG and dealing
with designated sites legislation.

INCA has responsibility for ensuring good ecological outcomes within a complex of SPA bird
designations, SSSI saltmarsh and dune communities, alongside habitats ranging from ancient
woodland and previously developed open mosaic habitats, to intertidal mudflats and species rich
meadows. All of this within one of the most charismatic and dynamic landscapes anywhere in the
UK, working alongside some of the most experienced and specialised ecologists in the region.

We offer highly flexible hybrid working arrangements within a small family focused team, able
to work to our strengths and improve in other areas, especially in response to the rapidly
changing world of ecology. We also offer a range of highly competitive salaries (£30 – 55K,
depending on the role and experience), pension scheme, private health care and professional
memberships, along with generous holidays (up to 30+ days annually + bank holidays).

Please phone Phil or Tracy on (01642) 777965 or 07944950543 for an informal discussion or email
your CV, with a covering letter to [email protected]

People from all backgrounds are welcome.

Ecologist Skill levels:

Essential

• At least two years’ experience as a professional ecological consultant (ecologist)
• At least six years’ experience as a professional ecological consultant (Senior/Principal).
• Good ecological field skills covering a range of protected species and habitats, including
  UK Habs, BNG and HRA (Senior/Principal).
• A sound understanding of the legislative and planning policy framework as it relates to
  ecology and nature conservation (Senior/Principal)
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Good ecological field skills covering a range of protected species and habitats.
• The ability to write concise, high quality, technical reports in line with CIEEM
  guidelines.

Desirable

• Degree in a relevant subject.
• Masters degree (Senior/Principal)
• Associate membership of CIEEM (or higher) and a willingness to work towards Full
  membership.
• A sound understanding of the legislative and planning policy framework as it relates to
  ecology and nature conservation.
• Good working knowledge of QGIS.
• BSBI FISC (Level 3 or above).
• Experience of writing fee proposals, project management and client liaison.
• Good commercial awareness.
• Natural England protected species licences.