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Habitats Creation Operative

RSK Group
3 months ago
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Join Our Mission to Protect and Restore Nature’s Habitats!

Are you passionate about preserving and enhancing the natural environment? Do you dream of working hands-on to create and manage thriving habitats for wildlife? If so, Southern Ecological Solutions (SES), part of the RSK Group, has the perfect opportunity for you! We’re looking for an experienced Habitats Management Operative to join our dynamic team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Based within commuting distance to our Essex office, this role offers a site-based working model. As part of a team dedicated to safeguarding and rejuvenating the natural world, you’ll play a vital role in delivering cutting-edge solutions for a range of exciting projects.

Why SES?

SES is a leading consultancy in Ecological, Arboricultural and Landscape Planning services. Over the last decade, we’ve grown sustainably, earning a reputation for our innovative, practical approaches to conservation and habitat management. From working with large companies on prestigious projects to helping homeowners bring their local wildlife to life, our projects are as diverse as nature itself!

What You'll Do:

  • Get hands-on with habitat creation and management — from planning to execution, you’ll be actively involved in making nature thrive again.
  • Prioritize safety by adhering to all health and safety policies and ensuring compliance on every site.
  • Collaborate with a passionate team, attending site briefings, toolbox talks, and ensuring every task aligns with approved methods.
  • Share your expertise with the team and contribute to continuous learning and development.

Required:

  • Relevant Health & Safety qualifications. (CSCS)
  • A full driving license (including towing experience if required).
  • An interest in ecology and the natural environment.
  • Flexibility for occasional overnight stays for specific projects.

Desired, but not essential:

  • PA1/PA6 Knapsack Spraying
  • NPTC Brush-cutters
  • NPTC Chainsaws
  • NPTC Aerial Climbing
  • First Aid
  • Excavator Certification (CPCS/NPORS)
  • Robo-flail Certification
  • Tractor Certification (CPCS/NPORS)

What’s in it for You?:

  • Competitive salary ranging from £25,500 - £36,000, depending on experience.
  • Life assurance for peace of mind.
  • Access to a flexible benefits programme, including additional holiday purchase, a health cash plan, and discounted gym membership.

At SES, you won’t just be working a job—you’ll be making a tangible difference to the world around you. If you’re passionate about nature and ready to bring your skills to a team that values creativity, dedication, and environmental stewardship, we’d love to hear from you!

#ProtectNature #HabitatCreation #EnvironmentalCareers #JoinTheRSKFamily

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