Agricultural Soil Surveyor/Consultant
This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
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
The successful candidates will undertake soil survey fieldwork and produce written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC), Soil Resource Assessment and other related projects for clients. They would be required manage data to support technical reporting, planning applications and EIA, liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.
Attributes Required
ADAS requires its employees to demonstrate energy, responsibility and curiosity, which lead to the delivery of results. In addition to these general attributes applicants will need to demonstrate/ possess the following:
- 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 literate 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.
Other Desirable Attributes
Knowledge of the following points would be beneficial:
- 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.
Car and expenses
- 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.
Salary and benefits:
- Negotiable depending on experience.
- Contributory Pension Scheme.
- We encourage Continuing Professional Development.
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
In addition to your normal duties, you may occasionally be required to undertake additional work necessary to meet the needs of the business, without additional remuneration.
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or secondary agencies.
About Us
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 a trusted brand when it comes to managing the countryside: we do more than simply tick checkboxes; we will formulate a strategy that benefits the landowner and nature – our approach is fluid and changes according to requirements.
As well as agricultural research and consultancy, ADAS provides ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, planning, and landscape services to a growing base of clients working across multiple sectors. Our technical specialists have supported both local and nationally significant utility, transport, infrastructure, government and development projects. Some of our client relationships span over 40 years. We evolve and innovate with our clients, thereby ensuring that we provide a practical, reliable, and responsive service.
ADAS is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
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.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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