Marine and Coastal Environmental Consultant

ABPmer is a leading UK marine consultancy, creating sustainable solutions for clients in the marine environment. For over 70 years we have managed and contributed to integrated environmental studies across a wide range of industries, including coastal management, ports and navigation, offshore wind and marine renewables, as well as undertaking focused and strategic research for Government and its agencies such as EU policy impact assessments and marine spatial planning.

Do you want to work for a company that supports sustainable development in the marine environment?

Are you a self-motivated individual ready to work both independently and as part of a team?

Are you ready to expand your knowledge and experience of delivering projects at the coast and offshore?

Type: Permanent
Closing date: 14th March 2024
Location: Southampton / flexible working / some travel required

Objectives
You will help our clients achieve their goals as they develop, manage and operate in the marine environment. This will involve managing and contributing to environmental assessments, marine policy and planning studies, and a wide range of related projects that support sustainable development of the marine environment.

You will have relevant experience and interest in one or more marine disciplines, such as marine ecology, ornithology, fisheries and aquaculture, water and sediment quality, socio-economics, nature based solutions, habitat creation and restoration, and climate change.

Responsibilities
You will contribute to a range of different projects, and responsibilities may include:

• Researching environmental literature and writing evidence reviews
• Analysing and interpreting data
• Delivering environmental assessments
• Assisting with field surveys
• Contributing to a wide range of project deliverables, including reports and presentations
• Project management and client engagement

Requirements
You have a degree in a relevant environmental discipline including a good understanding of the marine environment, and at least two years’ relevant experience in a consultancy or regulatory background.

You have skills and experience in:

• Project management and delivery
• Marine environmental assessments, policy and planning
• Evidence reviews and assessments
• Data analysis and mapping
• Knowledge of maritime sectors and activities
• Stakeholder engagement
• Report writing and presentations

Career Development
Our success depends on our people performing at their highest level. That is why staff learning and development is the cornerstone of working at ABPmer.

We are committed to ensuring every colleague has access to learning and training tools, enabling them to grow in their role and support their career development.

Location
Our offices are based at Town Quay in Southampton, with fantastic views overlooking Southampton Water.

We recognise it is not always convenient to work from a central office every weekday, which is why we provide flexible and hybrid working options. However, there will be a requirement to come to our offices regularly, and to visit client sites.

Additional Information:

When joining ABPmer you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.

Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.