Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Consultant
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The Vacancy
ADAS, an RSK Group are looking for an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Consultant. This role can be hybrid, to be based out of the Boxworth, Cambridgeshire or ADAS Gleadthorpe, Nottinghamshire on a full-time, permanent basis.
We are looking for someone to join our Crop Protection team to support and manage large integrated pest management (IPM) projects. You will work across disciplines e.g. invertebrate pests, weeds and diseases, on projects that focus on developing and demonstrating cost-effective approaches as part of holistic IPM strategies.
The role will include supporting the management of existing European funded projects as well as communication with project partners and stakeholders, marketing, disseminating project outputs and report writing. This will be a predominately desk-based role that requires good communication skills and the ability to work independently.
The role will suit someone looking to develop a career in holistic IPM practices. Occasional travel within the UK and to Europe would be required as part of the role.
Key responsibilities:
- Support and manage all aspects of existing IPM projects.
- Plan and deliver project meetings, develop knowledge exchange materials and reports in line with agreed project milestones.
- Clear communication with stakeholders, project partners and funders.
- Working independently and with project partners/ADAS colleagues to market and promote project materials and outputs.
- Support senior and principal consultants to develop new project ideas and proposals, as well as your own.
- Develop a good profile and reputation within and outside ADAS, with clients, collaborators and the scientific community.
Successful candidates will:
- Have a degree BSc (Hons) or MSc in a relevant subject e.g. agriculture, biological sciences.
- Knowledge and experience of IPM research and dissemination in the UK.
- Demonstrate knowledge of crop production and integrated pest management to meet client needs.
- Ensure that scientific research projects are planned, managed and stated objectives achieved.
- Demonstrate strong ability for analysing and organising large, complex datasets.
- Write client reports, scientific papers and bids that are clear, logical and persuasive, meeting the needs of clients and achieving the objective of the communication for ADAS.
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences to transfer the knowledge gained. This will include speaking at grower meetings, presenting to conferences of scientists and/or practitioners and writing technical articles and leaflets.
- Recognise and understand the team’s aims and objectives and participate fully in achieving these with team members by adapting your own input to suit the needs of the team.
- Have a clear presenting style and demonstrable skills in written and verbal communication.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to work across a range of internal groups and external organisations.
- Have experience of managing multi-partner, international projects (desirable)
- Visit other ADAS sites, depending on the needs of the different projects.
- Full UK driving licence.
Salary and benefits:
- This is a permanent role based at one of our offices.
- Salary range £27k to £35k per annum depending on experience.
- Regular training and career development opportunities.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holiday and private health care.
- Company funded life assurance.
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Applications will be reviewed on a case by case basis
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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