Full job description
About us
We’re a close-knit team who care deeply about creating sustainable, practical solutions for development. Our work isn’t just about ticking boxes – it’s about making a positive impact on the environment while helping clients navigate the challenges of responsible development.
Our new leadership team is focused on creating an environment where you feel supported, valued, and empowered to shape the way we work.
The Role
We are seeking a Peatland Hydrology Technical Director to join our Water Environment team. The team predominately provides consultancy services for the residential, renewable energy and utilities sectors, however, Gavia are always looking to grow our areas of expertise and range of services.
The role will include providing technical direction within peatland hydrology, restoration and management, developing technical competencies within the team and mentoring junior staff.
You will also be required to work closely within the senior management team on the strategic growth of the wider business by actively working on continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Do
· Lead on technical excellence, with an advanced specialism in peatland hydrology, restoration and management.
· Provide technical direction and project management of peatland surveys, feasibility studies, restoration designs, PWS, GWDTE and PLHRA assessments, and Hydrology, Hydrogeology and Soils EIAR chapters.
· Stay appraised of the latest industry advancements, sharing best practice and upholding robust quality assurance procedures.
· Actively generate sales with existing and prospective clients, driving the production of bids, proposals and tenders.
· Attend client and project meetings, providing accurate, proactive and advanced consultancy advice.
· Develop technical competencies, identifying technical skills gaps in Gavia’s offering and supporting individuals with Continual Professional Development.
· Work collaboratively with peers and the senior management team to implement opportunities for continuous improvement, promoting exemplar health and safety across the business and creating a positive workplace culture.
What We’re Looking For:
· 10-15+ years industry experience within peatland hydrology.
· Relevant degree level qualification (Masters or PhD would be advantageous).
· Chartered status within a relevant professional body.
· Proven ability of sales generation within a private environmental consultancy.
· Demonstratable experience delivering policy compliant Peat Management Plans, Hydrology, Hydrogeology and Soils EIAR chapters and other associated documentation, within the renewable energy and utilities sectors.
· Advanced knowledge of planning policy and legislation for England, Scotland and Wales in relation to peatland hydrology, and demonstratable experience adhering to the Peatland Code and Peatland ACTION framework.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstratable by experience negotiating with key stakeholders such as SEPA and EA.
What We Offer:
We’re committed to developing our team and supporting their ambitions. You’ll benefit from:
- 20 days per annum CPD.
- Paid Professional Membership.
- 25 days per year plus the standard Scottish bank holidays (normally 9 days). Enhanced with service length.
- Flexible Toil/Balancing Hours policy.
- Private healthcare plan.
- Company pension contribution.
- Hybrid working.
Note relocation package (within the UK) may be available for the right candidate.
Additional Information
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK.
Our other screening checks can include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age
Contact
To apply or obtain more details on the above position, please send your CV and cover letter to careers@gavia-environmental.co.uk.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £54,000.00-£64,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
