[Hiring] Agricultural Soil Surveyor/Consultant @RSK Group

Role Description

The successful candidates will be involved in a range of projects across all our business sectors including cross country pipelines and cables, infrastructure, residential and commercial developments. The projects would be located throughout the UK, sometimes in remote and challenging locations. We therefore require dedicated and enthusiastic staff surveyors who enjoy outdoor working with a strong aptitude for hard physical work, excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop their skills and abilities within this busy team.

The applicant must be able to travel throughout the UK and stay away from home for short periods. They must also be comfortable lone working in an agricultural setting where livestock may be present.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake soil survey fieldwork and produce written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC), Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients.
• Manage data to support technical reporting, planning applications and EIA.
• Liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree or a postgraduate qualification in Soil Science, or a related degree (physical geology, environmental scientist) with relevant practical experience.
• Have experience of soil surveying and knowledge of Agricultural Land Classification (ALC).
• Be able to demonstrate excellent report writing skills.
• Be accustomed to working outside in all weather.
• Willingness and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to understand and communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner in English.
• Good computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Full driving licence and own transport.
• Flexibility in the range of work undertaken.
• Ability to develop skills with a view of registration with a professional body if not already e.g. The Institution of Agricultural Engineers or British Society Soil Science.

Requirements

• Knowledge of agricultural drainage in the UK.
• The implications of construction projects on agricultural land.
• An understanding of UK agricultural practice and business issues.
• An awareness of current challenges facing farmers and land managers in terms of environmental, policy and financial issues.

Benefits

• Negotiable salary depending on experience.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Encouragement of Continuing Professional Development.
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.
• When required to work at locations which require you to stay away from home, the company will pay subsistence and accommodation rates within normal company policies.
• Mileage rate of 45p per mile for the use of own vehicle, subject to having the necessary business insurance cover.

Company Description

ADAS is the UK’s largest independent environmental and agricultural consultancy. Our goal as a company is two-fold: secure British food and enhance the environment. Established over 75 years ago and part of RSK Group since 2016, we offer high-quality, research-based tailored solutions for a wide-ranging client base. From working with small and medium-sized landowners to helping shape government policy with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), we are adept at collecting and analysing data and creating bespoke strategies to achieve the best outcome for our client’s unique needs.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.