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Keystone Environmental is an Origin Enterprises business, forming part of the Environmental division. At Origin Enterprises, we are dedicated to championing sustainable land use, and our Environmental teams support a diverse range of clients and projects-from land management and development to restoration and conservation. Joining us means becoming part of a collaborative, purpose driven community where this collective expertise enables us to deliver high quality, fully integrated solutions and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes across the UK and Ireland. About Keystone As a growing ecological and arboricultural consultancy and contracting business, we are an SME with a practical, intelligent and pioneering approach to advising our clients. We blend traditional ecological services with innovation, hands on habitat creation, restoration and compliance solutions. With over 24 years' experience, we have established a reputation as one of the few end to end service providers in the UK. Since 2022, we have proudly operated as an Origin Enterprises company, an international agronomy brand whose primary focus is sustainable land use through integrated innovative solutions. Our Origin connection provides our clients and employees with the benefits and opportunities associated with being part of a global leader in sustainability, including wider geographic reach and service offering, including investment in research and development. At Keystone we pride ourselves on a professional family feel that attracts clients and employees alike. We share Origin's values, People, Community, Partnerships, Integrity, and Innovation, which are reflected in all that we do and lie at the very core of our business. We operate across a comprehensive range of sectors for public and private sector clients including supporting a number of the UK's largest Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects. Having established a first class reputation for habitat creation, restoration, and mitigation, we specialise in conservation driven projects that focus on nature restoration and Biodiversity Net Gain at scale. The Habitats Team Keystone's expertise covers all aspects of ecological consultancy, yet it is the specialist engineering knowledge of our Habitats team that enables the design and delivery of first class mitigation schemes across the UK. We are renowned for our sensitive approach to protected habitats and species, a modern range of equipment and a resourceful approach to deployment in complex and challenging situations. We are a close knit team of 18, led by Head of Habitats Josh Willis, who together deliver optimal outcomes for our clients, for people and for nature. Our capabilities include habitat clearance, creation, restoration, and management solutions that deliver maximum conservation gain while minimising ecological disturbance. The Role The Contracts Manager is a strategic new appointment, responsible for developing and leading a Midlands delivery team, supported by the wider business. The role presents considerable opportunity for growth as this regional hub emerges. We seek a highly organised and personable team player, with a 'can do' approach and strong attention to detail. As a proactive and driven individual, you will be primarily responsible for actively procuring, organising and delivering a range of land management schemes, whilst adhering to Keystone's quality assurance standards and risk management procedures. A genuine alignment with Keystone's vision and values, and a demonstrable willingness to contribute to the successful growth of the Habitats team, is essential. The ideal candidate will be able to embrace the challenge of delivering existing works, whilst growing our client base in the Midlands. We are looking to grow the regional presence and build on Keystone's existing foundation as a leading ecological contractor. You will therefore need to strategically balance sourcing new opportunities with practical delivery of projects, including but not limited to: prospective client networking, client liaison, project management, budgeting, and practical implementation. Through close coordination with the existing team, you will be responsible for logistics, project planning and resourcing. You will lead on quoting and tendering for local works, whilst also supporting the wider Keystone Habitats team in bidding for more complex tenders and opportunities. You will also actively seek joint venture opportunities within the wider Origin Enterprises Group. You will have the support of our Habitats Administrator, yet be self sufficient in administrative duties associated with efficient project management. Keystone's ability to offer end to end solutions, facilitated by our in house consultancy offering, is our real strength. The successful candidate will work closely with our Head of Ecology and Head of Arboriculture to ensure that our schemes are delivered with a focus on protected species and their associated habitats, and in compliance with relevant legislation. Our long term aim is to offer a competitive nationwide ecological contracting & habitat management service, integrated with our existing ecological consultancy and arboriculture, offering servicing a range of clients and sectors. Primary Responsibilities Seek and recruit new team members with the support of Origin's HR team; Line management and professional development of junior staff; Contribute to wider business strategy; Procurement of works including quoting and tendering of large scale projects; Financial control including budget management & delivery of revenue targets; Client liaison, project management & administration; Help to secure repeat and referral work through nurturing of new & existing clients; Maximise opportunities to win new work from prospective clients including scheduling introductory meetings. Ideally you will have the following skills and experience. However, this is an exciting and dynamic role with scope for refinement of responsibilities depending on the strengths of the successful candidate. If you don't meet all requirements but believe you could thrive in this role, please consider applying or get in touch for an informal chat. Core Requirements Relevant industry experience. This could be in ecological contracting or practical land management, including but not limited to habitat creation and restoration, conservation, forestry and arboriculture; Exceptional communication skills, evidenced via a track record of client, subcontractor and supplier communication and management; Experience in organising and managing a team of operatives and associated vehicles and plant on projects; Ability to identify risks and opportunities, avoiding/minimising the former and capitalising on the latter; A proven aptitude for understanding clients' requirements and delivering these on time and within budget, without compromising industry standards; Demonstrable commercial acumen, both in profitable project delivery and in seeking future opportunities; Ability to balance and manage priorities, and maintain good working relationships with clients and colleagues whilst working under pressure; Solutions led and having an inherent ability to problem solve under pressure and in a range of environments; Quoting, tendering and project delivery experience; Experience in line managing and mentoring junior team members to achieve their full potential; Experience in writing site specific risk assessments and method statements for jobs covering a range of sectors; Related qualifications or professional accreditations are preferred but not essential - SSSTS/SMSTS; CSCS or similar industry equivalent; Driving licence (clean) is essential, and towing experience would be advantageous. Our Location This is an exciting new role, offering the flexibility to initially work from home whilst supporting the delivery of existing projects. With the support of the wider Keystone and Origin Enterprises network, we are committed to building a strong regional client base in the Midlands. We will establish a locally based team and associated resources, with a clear ambition to create a dedicated Midlands delivery hub for the Keystone Habitats team. Ideally candidates would be situated within the Birmingham, Coventry, Tamworth area within commuting distance of existing site commitments ranging from Southam to Lichfield. The successful candidate and new hub will have full support of our existing Head Office team based in Gloucestershire. There is a requirement to both visit and liaise closely with the team on a regular basis during the initial months. Ideally applicants would be placed within the Birmingham, Coventry, Tamworth area. We offer a friendly, supportive, and welcoming work environment within our Head Office, situated in an idyllic rural setting just outside Tetbury. Our Habitats team operate out of our separate agricultural location locally, housing a range of specialist low impact machinery, which is regularly deployed nationwide, along with a comprehensive workshop area. At Keystone we strive to provide the kind of support that helps you find a work life balance that enables you to fulfil your potential and grow with us. We offer a comprehensive industry leading benefits package, which is regularly reviewed, and currently includes: What's in it for you? • A supportive, experienced and friendly team • Competitive salary - £40K+ depending on experience . click apply for full job details

The Opportunity We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Principal Ecologist to join our Energy Transition & Sustainability (ET&S) team in the Midlands. The role Our Ecologists play an important part within the ET&S team and alongside our clients. As a Principal Ecologist you act as a technical team leader, providing advice, guidance and supervision as appropriate to technical teams, operational managers, clients and suppliers. You will also manage or influence the actions of technical teams regardless of office location, project or account, including the multidisciplinary environment and to undertake the people manager role when required by the business. Responsibilities To act as a technical team leader, providing advice, guidance and supervision as appropriate to technical teams, operational managers, clients and suppliers Preparing and leading the preparation and checking of surveys and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the overarching criteria of quality, cost and programme Responsibility for the commercial success of the projects within their portfolio, controlling budgets and managing the costs associated with the production of deliverables Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level and higher, including presenting proposals Significantly contributing to and leading the preparation of bids and the general work winning function, taking responsibility for the preparation of technical and commercial offers with accountability to the bid director Working on site, either on a visiting basis or in a full time but temporary role and including out of hours working Assuming the role of people manager when required by the business What you will bring to us Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management or equivalent Chartered Ecologist or Chartered Environmentalist status, gained through the professional institution to which the individual is aligned Developed experience and expertise within the Ecological field. Expertise in protected species surveys. EPS Mitigation licence application experience and Protected species licence holder or working towards same (notable species: bats & dormice) Experience in Invasive species survey and management. Comprehensive knowledge of ecological processes and survey methodologies Able to produce technically sound ecological solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards, wildlife legislation and client requirements. Ability to apply ecological management theory and principles to clear understood situations Experience in undertaking project related tasks associated with health, safety and welfare, e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations Good understanding of risk assessment, experienced in the management and communication of hazards and risks on projects and ensure appropriate risk mitigation has been applied Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning such as Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Biology or Environmental Science What we can offer you At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That's why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life's ups and downs. It's the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We're huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications. Work-life Balance Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we're open to discussing working options that suit you. Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers EDI At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas - NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers. Social Value You'll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Benefits Pension - Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to Bonus - up to 10% of base salary Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. Your Career at Amey Consulting At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You'll be stretched but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You'll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Your new company A budding environmental consultancy based in the Midlands that specialise in arboriculture, ecology, and topographical services. Their projects span across the UK and cover individual landowners, residential developments and minerals & waste of all scopes. They have excellent flexibility on remote working, office days and site visits - only expecting you to be in the Midlands-based office once a fortnight. This is a dog-friendly office in a rural countryside setting. Currently at a head count of 3 staff (with access to a network of subcontractors for survey support), working for this smaller organisation will allow you to have a large say in how they operate, and you'll be able to tailor your career with excellent development opportunities. They are looking to grow the Ecology and Arboriculture teams over the coming months and into next year, so join them now at the front end of their growth! Your new role You will have a lot of autonomy in your role with support from a small internal team and vastly experienced subcontractors. Work on a range of projects, seeing them through from conception to completion; working remotely, in the office and attending sites. Lead and manage ecological surveys and assessments, including PEA, BNG, protected species surveys, and ecological impact assessments (EcIAs). Providing expert advice and guidance to clients on ecological matters, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practice. Developing and implementing mitigation and enhancement strategies to minimise ecological impacts and deliver biodiversity net gain. Prepare high-quality ecological reports and technical documents. Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Project management, including budget control, invoicing, scheduling, and client liaison. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies. It is also worth noting that you wouldn't be expected to pick up old projects where you have not been involved. Much of the current workload has been dealt with by partners, and therefore, you would only be picking up new projects. They have a significant stream of work coming in, so you wouldn't be expected to start from scratch. What you'll need to succeed A degree in Ecology or a related discipline. Extensive experience in ecological consultancy, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects. Comprehensive knowledge of UK habitat and protected species legislation and survey methodologies. Good botanical identification skills, ideally FISC level 3 and above. Experience in conducting EcIAs and preparing planning applications. Excellent report writing and communication skills. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. Protected species licenses are highly desirable. Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain calculations, implementation and reporting. Familiarity with BNG guidance and legislation is critical to this role. Keen to progress into a leadership role with a developing ecology team. What you'll get in return £30,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience) A lot of autonomy in your role. Make it your own! Holiday entitlement - 26 days per year plus 8 bank holidays. Each employee is also given a free additional day of annual leave on their birthday. Annual performance-based discretionary bonus Flexibility to work remotely Excellent work-life balance Dog-friendly office Flexible working - My client understands everyone has a life outside work, so they always do what they can to accommodate the best life/work balance. Regular pay reviews. CPD budget and opportunities to upskill. Membership in industry bodies. Enhanced Maternity / Paternity pay (currently under review) No Timesheets! Manage your own time, with time back where you exceed your contracted hours. An overtime system is available to help you track your time, should you choose. No large infrastructure projects! We primarily deliver small to medium-sized projects, so no HS2, Rail or Highways projects. My client is currently reviewing their benefits. If there is a perk that you feel would be good, let me know, and they will review it! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Consultant in O&G with interest in Benign Gynaecology and Governance The closing date is 18 March 2026 Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a substantive Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with interest in Benign Gynaecology and Governance. This job will consist of 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) per week as an annualised contract. The job plan includes on call duties as part of a 1 in 14 rota with a 50:50 split of obstetrics and gynaecology. The successful applicant will be based at the Birmingham Women's Hospital; they will work across gynaecology and obstetrics services, with a focus on benign gynaecology and obstetric governance. The successful candidate will be expected to be aware of local policies and procedures and to comply with the Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instructions of the Trust. Where the Consultant manages employees of the Trust, they will be expected to observe the local employment and personnel policies and procedures. Main duties of the job Below is an outline of what this Job plan will contain. Please note that this is subject to changes, but with agreement from the new appointed post-holder prior to implementation. Description 1.50 ANC 1.00 ELCS list 1.25 Delivery Suite 0.50 PNWR 0.25 Gynaecology Theatres 1.25 SPA 1.50 Clinical Admin 0.75 Obstetric Governance Lead 1.00 O&G on call 1.16 This is an annualised contract. For each PA described above, over 1 year, 42 sessions will be delivered. This is to facilitate prospective cover on delivery suite but maintain a consistent case load in Antenatal Clinic. This Job Outline highlights the main areas of responsibility for the post and is not exhaustive. It is expected that in line with the development of the Trust, additional responsibilities that are commensurate to the role will be added to this role outline to reflect the changing environment of the Trust as an NHS organisation. About us Birmingham Women's Hospital merged with the Birmingham Children's Hospital in 2017. The Birmingham Women's Hospital site adjoins the University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - formerly the Queen Elizabeth Hospital - which is an acute teaching hospital of the West Midlands, and the University of Birmingham and its Medical School. The Trust offers a complete range of obstetric and gynaecological services. The hospital serves a large multiracial local community, currently delivering around 7,400 women per year and an equivalent gynaecological workload. We are a tertiary centre for perinatal care and are the regional centre for Fetal Medicine, Maternal Medicine and Clinical Genetics. Gynaecology services incorporate the Tommy's miscarriage centre. The Trust is a cancer unit, has a well developed minimal access service facilitating the endometriosis centre, tertiary level urogynaecology and has an assisted Conception Unit with an excellent clinical record. We have a busy Emergency Gynaecology Service, a complex TOP service and a busy, well established early pregnancy assessment unit. Job responsibilities The post holders are required to have full registration with the General Medical Council & a valid licence to practice medicine at this level. Full details of the personal specification are included in the job description. Person Specification General Full GMC registration MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Further higher degree Evidence of ongoing engagement with research Clinical experience and effectiveness Completion (or predicted completion) of RCOG accredited subspeciality training in benign gynaecology Labour ward ATSM Management and administrative experience Evidence of management and administration experience Teaching and training experience Experience of supervising junior staff Formal medical teaching training Evidence of teaching and training at regional, national or international Personal attributes Good leadership skills Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GPs, midwives and other agencies Enthusiasm and ability to work under pressure Good organisational and management skills Supportive and tolerant Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Caring attitude to patients Prepared to live within 10 miles or 30 minutes of the hospital or remain resident whilst on call. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust