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| Job title | Commercial Advisor |
| Location | London |
| Reference No. | IE2018 |
| Date advertised | 18/06/08 |
| Closing date | 18th July 2008 |
| Salary | £25k + car + benefits |
| Description | The Role: Do you have a background in sales, marketing or education? Are you looking to get into the recycling industry? We are working with one of the UK's fastest growing paper and waste management companies to recruit a Commercial Manager. Our client's waste facilities recycle around 130,000 tonnes of mixed dry recyclable waste a year. The primary function of the role will be to convert existing customers into utilising our clients recycling solutions. This in turn will prevent general waste going to landfill. You will monitor customer's waste streams and educate them on how to categorise their waste for recycling purposes. The Applicant: You will: - Be a self starter with excellent communication skills capable of conveying yourself in a persuasive way - Preferably have recycling or waste experience - Have a sound marketing/educational background - Be able to make decisions and carry them out - Have a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and email applications This is a unique role for a driven individual to join a rapidly expanding company in a position that will give you the freedom to exercise your own ideas and develop your individual career path. |
| Application procedure | To apply for this position please send a CV to info@acre-resources.co.uk quoting job reference IE2018 or for more information please call 0845 253 8030. |
| Job title | Resource Use & Waste Management Consultant |
| Location | London |
| Reference No. | IE2012 |
| Date advertised | 16/06/08 |
| Closing date | 21st July 2008 |
| Salary | £Competitive + benefits |
| Description | The Role: One of the world's largest professional consultancies is looking to recruit a highly experienced Resource Use and Waste Management Consultant to join their London office. Joining a highly stimulating work environment with a breadth of experience rarely matched in other organisations, you will be given the opportunity to develop our client's services of municipal waste while building further relationships with waste companies and technological suppliers. In this role you will be expected to assist clients to develop and execute waste strategy and solutions, as well as to assist in the development of the commercial aspects of Waste Strategy 2007. You will provide a wider input into S& CC strategy offerings in respect of waste and environmental services, in addition to providing advice and insight to PE clients on non-municipal aspects of the waste industry. The Applicant: As the successful candidate, you will have: - A degree, Masters or equivalent in Environment, Economics, Sustainability, Responsible Business Development, Business, International Affairs or related fields - Proven experience in the waste industry at Senior Manager or Director level with extensive knowledge of the waste industry in UK and/or Europe - Good understanding of waste market drivers and policies - Experience of the commercial/financial aspects of waste & environmental services - M&A experience including target identification/due diligence - Experience of procuring services (as buyer or seller) in the C&I markets - Experience of business analysis in an environmental context (preferred) - Fluency in English, and proficiency in other languages is desirable - Strong leadership, communication and project management skills - Ability to demonstrate a good awareness of the concepts of corporate social responsibility and sustainable development This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for their next career step into one of the big 4 at an Executive/Managerial level. |
| Application procedure | To apply for this position please send a CV to info@acre-resources.co.uk quoting job reference IE2012 or for more information please call 0845 253 8030. |
| Job title | Water Team Leader |
| Location | Cardiff |
| Reference No. | IE1995 |
| Date advertised | 28/05/08 |
| Closing date | |
| Salary | £40K - £50K |
| Description | The Role: A unique opportunity has opened up for you to work with the winner of the 'NCE/ACE International Firm of the Year 2007 Award'. With over 150 years experience, our client is committed to making a difference in the world, and has a history of working on iconic projects all over the globe. They are passionate about their employees, and as a motivated individual you will be welcomed into the team. A company that values itself on the caliber of their people, they will expect you, as a successful candidate, to have exceptional leadership, project management and technical skills allowing you to undertake the following duties to the finest quality. |
| Application procedure | To apply for this position please send a CV to info@acre-resources.co.uk quoting job reference IE1995 or for more information please call 0845 253 8030. |
| Job title | Senior Ecologist |
| Location | Berkshire |
| Reference No. | IE1978 |
| Date advertised | 12/05/08 |
| Closing date | a.s.a.p. |
| Salary | £ Dependent upon experience |
| Description | The Role: Experienced Senior Ecologist required to join an expanding team within the leading independent UK provider of design, publishing and consultancy services. The company is forward thinking and places the highest level of importance on making positive impact on the wider environment. The role of Senior Ecologist will give you the opportunity to manage, develop and promote ecology projects undertaken by our client. You will be given the freedom to implement and grow these projects through business development towards your own personal interests. The Applicant: As the successful candidate you will have an excellent knowledge of: - UK / EU biodiversity and conservation issues - Funding opportunities - The market for consultancy services - Botanical surveys - UKBAP As someone who is managerial and entrepreneurial by nature, you will also have sound project management and communication skills to enable you to plan and manage projects and budgets. You will also have significant previous experience in the ecology, biodiversity and conservation space. This opportunity gives you the scope to shape your job around you own interests and skills, and is an opportunity to take your career in the direction that you want. |
| Application procedure | To apply for this position please send a CV to info@acre-resources.co.uk quoting job reference IE1978 or for more information please call 0845 253 8030. |
| Job title | Environmental Planner |
| Location | Manchester |
| Reference No. | IE1901 |
| Date advertised | 28/03/08 |
| Closing date | asap |
| Salary | £ Salary dependent on experience |
| Description | The Role: A modern Landscape firm, with multi-disciplinary teams in environmental planning, urban & landscape design and architecture, is looking to appoint an individual with a background in science and an eye for design. Aiming to inspire and create spaces that engage the community, our client is also concerned with the environmental impacts of their projects. With support and an open company structure you will have the possibility to progress within the field and positively impact your surroundings. The role involves being able to work independently with minimal supervision, and the ability to develop positive client relationships. As you develop into the position you will be given the opportunity to lead projects and to provide support to team members. The Applicant: Suitable candidates will have: - A degree (or equivalent) in Environmental Science, Geography or a related discipline - Experience of preparing environmental statements and impact assessments. - Visual awareness - A working knowledge of GIS mapping programmes (Info Map and ArcMap) - Good analytical report writing and presentation skills - Experience working in or exposure to a related sector such as Town Planning You may have a general interest and desire to improve your abilities in this area, or alternately, be familiar with Environmental Planning and bring direct experience from within the sector. |
| Application procedure | To apply for this position please send a CV to info@acre-resources.co.uk quoting job reference IE1901 or for more information please call 0845 253 8030. |
| Job title | Consultant Ecologist |
| Location | Hertfordshire |
| Reference No. | IE 1861 |
| Date advertised | 12/03/08 |
| Closing date | asap |
| Salary | Up to £25K + benefits and bonuses |
| Description | The Role: Due to their current expansion, a new opportunity has opened up in one of the UK's leading independent ecology consultancies. Through their wealth of knowledge and expertise they have secured consultancy business with companies within both the private and public sectors. In this position you will have the opportunity to run and manage your own projects within the company from start to finish, and will be reporting your work to your clients. You will also have the chance to train and manage your own team, and be involved in phase 2 habitat surveys. The Applicant: The successful candidate for this role will have experience in:
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| Application procedure | To apply for this position please send a CV to info@acre-resources.co.uk quoting job reference IE1861 or for more information please call 0845 253 8030 . |
| Job title | Volunteers |
| Location | The Institution of Environmental Sciences |
| Reference No. | (IES/VO/12/07/07) |
| Date advertised | 12/07/07 |
| Closing date | On Going |
| Salary | Volunteer position |
| Description | The Role: The positions is for one - two days per week (exactly which days each week is negotiable), and for a minimum duration of 3 months. Volunteers will gain knowledge and experience of working for a charitable organisation, during a time of expansion, as well as an understanding of how professional bodies operate. The volunteer will be given responsibility for implementing various projects, as well as day-to-day administrative and operational tasks, supporting the Project Officer and Volunteer Co-ordinator. The Applicant: A good degree/postgraduate degree; Demonstrable experience of initiative, self sufficiency and motivation; Previous experience in support/administration role; Demonstrable experience of professionalism; Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate with professional, academics and members; Experience with professional report writing; First class IT skills, including MS Office. See our volunteering page for further details. |
| Application procedure | Applicants should forward a full CV and cover letter to the contact details below. |
| Contact | Applications to: Adam Donnan Suite 7, 38 Ebury St London, SW1W 0LU Email: enquiries@ies-uk.org.uk |
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