At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects—from land management and development to restoration and conservation. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland. The role will include:
Acting as technical lead for complex ecological inputs to EIA and NSIP/DCO/S36 projects
Technical Document Authoring and Input, including but not limited to Bespoke Technical Documents and Notes, Inquiry and Hearing Proofs and Supporting Documentation and HRA
Oversee and contribute to ES / EIA-R Chapters and EcIA, as required
Supporting project teams in survey design, impact assessment and mitigation
Tendering of complex projects
Providing oversight of protected species licensing and mitigation strategies
Supporting ecological inputs to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
Advising on interpretation of policy, guidance and emerging best practice
Leading responses to technical consultation and examination questions
Supporting planning appeals and examination processes where required
Mentoring and supporting the technical development of internal staff
Supporting internal technical standards and consistency of approach
Contributing to continuous improvement of survey and assessment methodologies
Key Requirements:
Degree qualified in relevant field
Full CIEEM Membership (desirable)
Significant consultancy experience at Principal level or above
Experience of EcIA, ES and HRA authorship or technical review
Experience of working as part of a wider EIA team
Strong working knowledge of UK ecological policy and legislation
Experience of mitigation design and protected species licensing
Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain
Experience of Planning Appeals or DCO Examination (desirable)
Why work for us? We offer a competitive and supportive rewards package designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally. This includes Life Assurance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and paid professional memberships such as CIEEM. We’re committed to continuous development, offering a blend of internal and external training opportunities to help you grow your skills and advance your career. As part of our inclusive culture, you’ll have the opportunity to join our monthly Neurodiversity Café, take part in community action days, and benefit from our family friendly policies, including enhanced family leave options. While we value time spent together in our offices to collaborate and stay connected, most roles offer hybrid working and open conversations around flexibility. You’ll also enjoy 25 days’ holiday, regular performance and development reviews, and the chance to collaborate across the wider Origin Group, especially within our growing family of Environmental businesses. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone can grow, contribute and feel valued. Visit our website to learn more — and grow with us. #growwithus
