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Senior Ecologist Inverness £35,000 - £43,000 per annum Fulltime - hybrid / remote Join a buzzing Inverness office as a Senior Ecologist in the Scotland consultancy sector for our long-standing client operating within onshore renewables, planning, nature-based solutions, BNG, habitat & peatland restoration solutions. You will be working on a variety of critical projects supporting clients within this sector! As a Senior Ecologist, you will, in collaboration with ecology colleagues and other environmental disciplines, play a pivotal role in the delivery of Ecological of Clerk of Works (ECoW) and Ecological/ornithological surveys and reporting. Your role will include: • Scoping and Project Management of a range of small to large scale projects., • Supporting clients, on site during construction phase of projects., • Planning and managing ecological surveys using various survey methods., • Negotiating with statutory agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders., • Writing and authoring a wide range of technical reports, including Ecological Impact Assessment., • Building and maintaining relationships with existing and new clients, • Preparation of tenders, and support business development activities., • Mentoring of junior members of the Ecology Team., • Operate, at all times, in accordance with the CIEEM Professional Code of Conduct Required Attributes: • A BSc or MSc in a relevant subject, with a minimum of 4 years experience., • Strong field experience with ambitions to develop your technical skills., • Ability to work on site with contractors and client staff., • Fully conversant with the framework of legislation and guidance within the UK with strong skills in habitat surveys and/or ECoW., • Robust project management skills with the ability to plan and deliver works in line with budgets and programme deadlines., • Excellent report writing skills and attention to detail., • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to advise clients and support junior staff., • CIEEM member preferred, holding protected species survey licence, • Full UK driving licence. On Offer: A unique offering with the benefits of a large company but in a small, collaborative and friendly environment. • competitive salary and other standard benefits including 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and pension schemes, • £35,000 - £43,000 depending on experience, • A flexible hybrid working arrangement, • Annual discretionary company performance bonus scheme (which has been paid out in each of the last two years), • Flexible benefits scheme to suit you, including employee assistance programme, cycle to work & tax-free childcare scheme., • Benefits Hub, offering a range of Employee Discounts & Rewards., • Opportunity to shape and develop your career, • A modern, friendly and supportive work environment including a clear progression path to the next level of professional development., • A fully supportive environment, • Actively encouraged to be innovative and collaborative., • An opportunity to work and lead on a wide variety of cutting-edge projects, addressing the big environmental challenges in the low-carbon economy and shaping the built environment for generations to come. Next steps? Please apply now for a confidential call and more information or reach out to Jim Merryfield at CleanTech Talent.

CABOT Cabot is a global developer and operator of world-class golf destinations with a growing portfolio of six Cabot properties and four Cabot-managed properties. The Cabot portfolio includes Cabot Cape Breton in Nova Scotia, Canada, Cabot Saint Lucia in the Caribbean, Cabot Revelstoke in British Columbia, Canada, Cabot Citrus Farms in the United States, Cabot Highlands in Scotland, and Cabot Bordeaux in France. With extensive expertise in golf and hospitality management, Cabot also oversees the operations of several premier golf courses through its Cabot-managed properties in the U.S., including: Cascata Golf Club and Rio Secco Golf Club in Las Vegas, Nevada; Grand Bear Golf Club in Saucier, Mississippi; and Chariot Run Golf Club in Laconia, Indiana. Cabot continues to cultivate a legacy of excellence, providing guests and homeowners with exclusive access to bespoke, destination-inspired experiences and a commitment to exceptional service across its luxury residential and boutique resort offerings. CABOT HIGHLANDS Located in Inverness, Scotland, Cabot Highlands is surrounded by the breathtaking Scottish Highlands and features a rugged landscape that hugs the Moray Firth shoreline. This 420-acre Cabot property is home to the renowned 18-hole Castle Stuart Golf Links, named among the world’s top 100 courses. Acclaimed architect Tom Doak is building a second 18-hole golf course at Cabot Highlands, Old Petty, on a pristine piece of land that plays around the property’s 400-year-old castle. Set to open for preview play in August 2025, the course offers natural contours, meanders along the shoreline, and winds through hillsides and expansive open land. Beyond golf, the destination offers incredible natural beauty and ample outdoor activities including hiking, cycling, fishing, falconry, and horseback riding. The town of Inverness is located ten minutes away and offers opportunities to experience the vibrant Scottish culture through Victorian-era marketplaces, cathedrals, museums and restaurants. POSITION OVERVIEW MATERNITY COVER - FIXED TERM - 9 MONTHS INITIALLY This full-time / fixed term position forms an integral part of the team here at Cabot Highlands Are you passionate about talent and culture and eager to gain hands on experience in primary HR functions? The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills that allow you to work effectively with both your team and the various personalities across the organisation. Your ability to stay organized and proactive allows you to manage multiple competing priorities with efficiency and positivity. You demonstrate an elevated level of confidentiality which builds trust in those that you work with. As T&C Coordinator you will exemplify and promote the Cabot brand values of confidence, authenticity, warmth, and humility. You are fun to be around with a good sense of humour? KEY CORE COMPETENCIES Record Keeping: Meticulous, detailed and accurate recording of information and tracking of employee lifecycle milestones on Excel and information management platforms. Interpersonal & Communication Skills: Possess professional and relatable interpersonal skills alongside the ability to deliver clear and concise communication, both verbal and written, ensuring accurate information is conveyed to all internal and external stakeholders. Confidentiality and Discretion: Understand and practice the art of diplomacy, discretion, conducting work activities and collegiate interactions in a manner that protects and values the sensitivity and privacy of employee data. Work Ethic: Bring an ethical approach to the role with a desire to find solutions to hurdles and challenges. Positive, common-sense approach is essential. Technically Proficient: Cabot is a fast paced, evolving environment with new systems and technology being adopted to support change and growth. Your ability and willingness to embrace and learn new ways of working and managing information will ensure you are successful in this role. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES • Assist and support the T&C department lead in the day-to-day function of the T&C department, • Support or lead with onboarding and induction activities, • Assist in the planning and delivery of employee events, • Support or lead with recruitment functions, including posting positions, screening resumes, contacting applicants, and scheduling interviews, • Responding to emails and enquiries in a timely and appropriate manner, • Electronic filing, recording and maintenance of employee lifecycle data, • Draft employment offers, contracts and correspondence related to recruitment and general T&C communications, • Assist or lead in conducting candidate background checks, • Be proactive in keeping current with employment legislation updates and revisions, • Adopt and learn modern technologies as required to do the role, • Commitment to own CPD and promoting peer and colleague CPD QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Experience of working in a hospitality or leisure environment is advantageous, • Experience in an internal and external customer facing role would be valuable, • Experience and confidence in using Microsoft Office packages and/or other cloud based technological solutions is essential, • A high standard of literacy and numeracy skills is essential, • CIPD or working towards would be advantageous but this is not essential, • Consideration will be given to candidates with unrelated experience if demonstration of transferrable skills and competencies can be evidenced in the application PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Prolonged periods at sitting/standing desk, • Prolonged periods of focused concentration may be required Salary: Competitive and Dependent on Experience Maternity Cover: Fixed Term initially for 9 months Location: In person at property *Closing date for applications 1st September 2025 - We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. Please include a current CV and no more than an A4 page covering letter explaining why you would be the ideal person for this role.