CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES WITH ROAVR
Field Ecologists - (FEs)
Within ROAVR we have four tiers of ecologists working to support our customers.
- FE-X - Field Ecologists External
- FE-I - Field Ecologists Internal
- ECO-G Graduate Ecologists
- ECO-F Ecologist
By initially using sub-contract field ecologists we can see if we are a good culture fit, and you can gain valuable experience in the field. Our field ecologists are scattered across the UK and during the survey season work exceedingly hard to collect high quality field data supported by our Inverness Head Office.
We are currently recruiting for seasonal FE-Xs for the 2025 survey season and also a lead Ecologist to be based in the southeast or Midlands.
We offer competitive rates of pay.
Free training & travel expenses paid
A varied suite of work
Lead in to a FE-I role for the right individual
How To Apply.
Send an email to loren@roavr-group.co.uk
Include your full postal address, email, mobile telephone no.
Include your current CV or list of experience (this can be unrelated)
Detail on any previous field survey experience (licence, hours logged, training undertaken)
Counties you are prepared to work in
Confirm you have a full U.K driving licence and own transport
Final Steps - So You Can Work For ROAVR
Once we have your details and have carried out our initial checks you will be added to our database system for job allocations for external field ecologists.
Depending on your experience you will be required to attend a half-day training session on ROAVR process and procedures.
You will finally be sent a sub-contractor agreement and NDA to sign then you are ready to go!
We will hire people with little or no experience in FE-I roles as we realise that's how you get started - BUT in return we expect your initial email to us to be clean, clear and concise with no spelling or grammar errors.
We are looking for people that are passionate, driven, take Extreme Ownership and ask good questions. If that sounds like you then drop us an email to loren@roavr-group.co.uk
If you are interested in our senior/lead ecologist role then please email loren@roavr-group.co.uk with LEAD ECOLOGIST in the subject line.
Seasonal Survey Assistants - Bats (SSA-B)
Each year, right across the U.K ROAVR undertakes 100's of dusk and dawn bat activity surveys to gain evidence on the presence or absence of bats in buildings undergoing demolition or material change.
In order to carry out these surveys we have a requirement for seasonal and sub-contract staff. These roles range from seasonal survey assistants (SSAs), to seasonal survey leads (SSLs).
The roles involve selecting as few or as many surveys suit your own personal circumstances. If you are not familiar with the work then full training can be given. The work typically involves up to 1 hr of travel to the site and then 2.5 hrs on-site monitoring bat activity in line with the Bat Conservation Trusts guidance.
Information is recorded on survey sheets and then photographed and uploaded to our 'smart portal'.
During the 2024 season which typically ran from May to September, we employed up to ten SSAs across the U.K but the bulk of the survey work tends to be in the southeast.
Pay.
We recognise that in this role you may be early on in your career or a very experienced seasonal batworker. As such we have several pay grades depending on your experience and role on the survey.
SSA - £72.00 per survey
SSL - £115.00 per survey
Assume 2.5 hrs on-site and 1.5-2 hrs travelling.
Mileage is paid at 0.45p per mile.
These fees are fixed and non-negotiable, if you feel you have the experience to manage 2-3 surveys at a single site then let us know and we can assign you the site project manager (SPM) role for that project. Weekend working is possible.
Our fees to our customers are FIXED this means that these rates are also fixed.
Training & Opportunities.
Wherever possible, we like to retain top quality SSAs and SSLs across multiple seasons and there are also opportunities to progress to field ecologists and ecologist roles once you graduate in a related field.
If you need upskilling we can arrange that in April each year before the survey season commences. Shadowing opportunities are available with more experienced consultants as we recognise how hard it can be to obtain a start in this area.
How To Apply.
Send an email to loren@roavr-group.co.uk
Include your full postal address, email, mobile telephone no.
Include your current CV or list of experience (this can be unrelated)
Detail on any previous bat survey experience (licence, hours logged, training undertaken)
Counties you are prepared to work in
Confirm you have a full U.K driving licence and own transport
Final Steps - So You Can Work For ROAVR
Once we have your details and have carried out our initial checks you will be added to our database system for job allocations.
Depending on your experience you will be required to attend a half-day training session on ROAVR process and procedures.
You will finally be sent a sub-contractor agreement and NDA to sign then you are ready to go!
We Look Forward To Welcoming
You on board!
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Arboricultural Consultant - Inverness
Each year, right across the U.K ROAVR undertakes 1000's of tree surveys to support planning applications.
About the job
An incredible opportunity to work from our head office in Inverness for a tech based arboricultural consultancy as part of the ROAVR Group. Due to continued expansion we require extra help in the beautiful Scottish Highlands.
Our head office is located in Inverness and we work nationwide supported by a network of home based consultants.
A fantastic life/work balance awaits.
You will be responsible for the surveying and inspection of trees, both for development sites and health and safety; assisting with the preparation of associated reports; using CAD and GIS systems; and directly liaising with clients, local planning authorities & the public. You would be responsible for providing arboricultural supervision to construction projects ranging from homeowner extensions to large homebuilding and commercial schemes
90% of our work is BS5837 planning work with a smattering of tree safety surveys.
Progression is guaranteed with opportunities to work across the business.
You will be responsible for a set area and work under our lead consultant Peter.
You will need to have a strong working knowledge of BS5837 and how the planning system and trees interact. You should have experience of dealing with Local Planning Authorities.
You should be able to prepare and author arboricultural impact assessments, arboricultural method statements and clearly and concisely report on your findings to the customer.
Preferred Skills
The applicant will be:
- Diligent, accurate, trustworthy and punctual and most of all enthusiastic!
- Driven to take this opportunity to learn, grow and provide a consistently high level of service, as part of our motivated team
- Have skills in arboriculture including knowledge of legislation, guidance documents and advisory notes, and be prepared to advance knowledge through ongoing CPD
- Tech qualification in Arb, Level 3 or higher in arboriculture or closely related field
- Preferably hold the Lantra Professional Tree Inspection Certificate and be a member of the Arboricultural Association and/or Institute of Chartered Foresters
- Be prepared to travel nationwide as and when required
- Must be computer and IT literate with excellent report writing and language skills and an understanding of time management
- Experience in using AutoCAD and QGIS would be desirable but training can be given
Our service delivery is unique, disruptive and innovative. The role would suit someone looking to either step into consultancy from contracting OR newly graduated with a desire to learn BUT having at least some consultancy experience.
You will be Inverness based with a vehicle, phone, lap top, survey equipment and drone training!
So if you are fed up with the daily grind, fed up with your current role and fed up with boring consultancy driven by legacy rather than progression then reach out.
We offer 33-days paid holiday, gym membership, unlimited CPD, and a great life work balance. Employees come first at ROAVR.
We welcome applications from candidates at any point in their arboricultural journey with salary being negotiable for the right candidate.
Salary: 24-28k at Graduate / Basic Level. 30k plus for experienced consultant.
How to apply:
email loren@roavr-group.co.uk with a unique application that best describes you, your experience level and why you would like to work with our team.
Be honest.
01463 667302
Rachel started her carear with ROAVR in late 2022 at the end of the bat season after gaining a BSc in Ecology. Will you join her in 2023?
how to reach us
Tel: +44 (0)1463 667302 - Switchboard
eMail: support@roavr-group.co.uk
Address: Woodland Solutions (Northern) Limited t/a ROAVR Group; Marr House; Beechwood Business Park; Sir Walter Scott Drive; Inverness; IV2 3BW