Location
Southampton / Flexible working / Some travel required

Hours
Full Time - Permanent

About the Role
ABPmer, a consultancy and survey company with a 75-year history, helps clients sustainably develop, manage, protect and operate in the marine environment. As the UK's largest ports operator, ABP handles around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contributes £7.5 billion to the economy annually. We are transforming our business with a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

In this role, you will support clients in achieving their goals across marine and coastal sectors including conservation bodies, fisheries, coastal developers, dredging companies, ports, marinas, renewable energy providers, utilities, and government agencies. You will manage and contribute to environmental assessments, marine policy and planning studies, and a wide range of projects supporting sustainable development.

Our team is friendly and collaborative, offering a diverse portfolio of projects and flexible working arrangements including hybrid working. We provide continuous professional development through tailored training and mentoring, alongside a generous benefits package including a matched pension plan, private medical and dental insurance, paid professional subscriptions, and various discount schemes.

Join us as we continue to grow and deliver bespoke marine environmental services across the UK.

Experience
Minimum of three years' relevant experience in a consultancy or regulatory environment with a strong understanding of the marine environment. Experience in one or more marine disciplines such as marine ecology, ornithology, fisheries and aquaculture, water and sediment quality, socioeconomics, nature-based solutions, habitat creation and restoration, and climate change is essential.

Proven skills in project management and delivery, marine environmental assessments, policy and planning, evidence reviews, data analysis and mapping, stakeholder engagement, and report writing.

About you
Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Keen to expand your knowledge and experience delivering projects at the coast and offshore. Collaborative with a commitment to continuous learning and career progression.

Committed to supporting sustainable development in the marine environment and able to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications
A degree in a relevant environmental discipline with a good understanding of the marine environment is required.