Senior Wetland Ecologist

Job Description

Job Title:

Senior Wetland Ecologist.

Qualification:

Relevant BSc (Hons) Degree preferred, Higher degree advantageous.

Must have full Pr.Sci.Nat. i.e. a paid-up registered member of SACNASP, within a relevant ecology discipline.

Minimum Requirements:

5-7 years practical experience in a similar role, with a strong focus on wetland ecology, including:

Demonstrable experience in the following:

Delineating wetland habitats through application of the DWAF wetland and riparian delineation manual,

Classification of wetland types

Assessment of wetland condition and functionality using the latest WET Series tools

Determination of wetland buffers

Development of wetland offsets aligned with the SANBI & DWS offset guidelines

Application of the GN4167 risk assessment

Demonstrable experience of applying lender requirements, particularly IFC Performance Standard 6, advantageous.

Experience in project management

Experience in managing/supervising individuals

Membership of other relevant professional or voluntary organization/s advantageous.

High levels of flexibility and motivation.

Full driving license and Valid Passport essential.

Strong knowledge of wetland ecology and application of the wetland delineation and assessment guideline/tools.

Strong (proven) project management and interpersonal skills.

Excellent communication skills including strong technical report writing and presentation skills.

Strong analytical, critical thinking and organizational skills.

Attention to detail and the ability to deliver work on time.

Ability to manage personal time and productivity under pressure, understanding personal fiscal responsibility and productivity in a consulting environment.

Strong understanding of the Microsoft software suite. Other software literacy beneficial (e.g. ArcGIS, Google Earth).

Strong knowledge of the South African environmental legislation.