Graduate Environmental Consultant- Permits & Licensing

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

12/17/2024

Xodus Group is an international, multi-disciplinary energy consultancy, founded on an integrated approach to engineering challenges. Our expert environmental, engineering and advisory teams work on projects supporting clients across the globe using clever thinking to overcome challenges, promote sustainability, minimise environmental impact and maximise return on investment.

We work across the energy sector addressing the global mix of energy infrastructure projects and innovative technology opportunities. Xodus has been established for over 18 years, with more than 680 experts working across the globe. We support the industry from early project development, to advising on sustainable supply chains, to offering a one-stop-shop for project and technology development activities. Our environmental consultants, engineers, analysts and advisors work together to find the optimal solutions for our clients, considering the technical, logistical, commercial, political, regulatory and environmental factors.

The Environment Team is key to Xodus' integrated ethos and works across a range of marine industries creating new and managing existing, responsible, and sustainable energy projects to deliver the energy transition and meet the worlds net zero goals.

We want everyone at Xodus to feel they truly belong and can bring their perspectives and ideas to work. Our focus on creating and sustaining an inclusive culture is to ensure everyone feels valued and empowered to be their best.

What we're looking for and what you'll do

Xodus continues to grow its support offering to the offshore energy industry and we have a need for Graduate Environmental Consultants to join our Environment Team.

You will support a variety of multi-disciplinary marine infrastructure projects for a range of clients across the UK and internationally. You will have the opportunity to work in different technical subjects, in multiple industries, across the full project lifecycle; from early concept, right through to operations and decommissioning.

Day to day activities are varied which includes;

• Desktop studies;
• Analysis of environmental data;
• Impact assessments;
• Preparation of clear and concise environmental reports; and
• Licenses and consents documentation
  
  

You may also undertake project management responsibilities and managing budgets.

You will be supported and mentored on the development of your career and will be given responsibility and purpose from day one. Within the role you will be given structured training on different industries that we work in (and synergies between them), on specific environmental technical topics, and project management.

Requirements

Required Qualifications/Skills/Competencies

• Minimum of 2.1 bachelor's degree in a relevant subject (such as marine biology/ecology, environmental science/management, chemistry, marine planning, engineering)
• Commitment to developing your technical knowledge and a positive approach to professional development
• Initiative, innovation and passion
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint (experience of other software or digital skills is beneficial)
  
  

Desired Skills:

• General understanding of impact assessment
• Knowledge of marine environment, ecology, policy and consenting
  
  
  

Benefits

• Market Competitive Salary;
• We work flexibly at Xodus which means how you work your day is flexible with a combination of working in the office and at home;
• Health and wellbeing; We have a number of comprehensive benefits available for you and your family, including, Private Medical Insurance, Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Income Protection and Life Insurance;
• We offer a Company pension scheme to allow you to save for your future; and
• We have enhanced parental and shared parental leave pay policies available from day one of employment
  
  

Xodus is dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where, every voice is valued, every perspective is celebrated, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Connect with like-minded individuals and allies through our Employee Networks, including Xodus Women's Network, X Pride, Neurodiversity Network and Wellbeing Network.

Join us at Xodus and be part of a team that's shaping the future of energy. Together, we have the power to create change and make a difference. Apply now and let's build a brighter, more sustainable future, together!

Further information

Please contact HRqueries@xodusgroup.com for further information on this opportunity.

Or to apply for this role directly please complete the application form by attaching your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and what you would bring to the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Closing date for all applications is 24 January 2025.