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 doTo support the continued delivery of high quality, innovative and bespoke support to our clients, we are looking for Environmental Consultants/ Lead Environmental Consultants, to join our UK-based Permits & Licensing Team which sits within the Environment Division. Working as a key member of our busy Environmental Division, you will take a role in delivering Xodus' offshore energy projects. You will undertake project management responsibilities and manage budgets, prepare and review: desktop studies, analysis of environmental data, impact assessment, and licenses and consents documentation.
As long as you have a background in consenting whether that is within the oil and gas industry or out-with, and you have a knowledge of associated legislation that underpins what you do,
we would like to hear from you. Whether your experience is from time in consultancy, regulator, operator, stakeholder or developer, you will fit well within our diverse team to support our clients.
This vacancy is open to applications from across the UK.
RequirementsYou will have a degree in relevant environmental (or other) discipline. We are flexible on the key requirements to join the team, however, the sort of things we'll be looking for, depending on the role you wish to take, include:
- Leading or supporting permitting and consenting in the offshore energy industry;
- Contribution to, or managing the preparation of Oil and Gas permitting (Drilling/Decommissioning/Pipeline/Well Intervention), Marine Licences, European Protected Species Licences for cable installation and surveys for developers.;
- Having a robust understanding of the legislation in Scottish and/or UK jurisdictions;
- Project management ability or interest;
- Expertise in a marine environment subject matter; and
- A history of effective engagement with stakeholders and regulators.
Xodus is focused on creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive culture. If you don't meet 100% of the requirements on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development.
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 informationPlease 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 2024
