Holly Bowler

Experience

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  NJL Consultants

  May 2004 - Mar 2010

  Ecologist

  Managed projects from enquiry/quotation stage to project completion including projects such as road/bypass schemes, residential developments, barn conversions, schools, bridge works, etc.Provided high quality ecological reports, desktop research and advice to clients.Carried out Phase 1 habitat, NVC, invasive species and protected species surveys (GCN, badger, bats, water vole, native white clawed-crayfish, reptiles and amphibians). Held great crested newt mitigation licences and acted as accredited agent in licensed mitigation schemes.Conducted inventory of all Natural England-held habitat data on nationally designated sites in five counties.Carried out survey for Phytophora disease in Cannock Chase Country Park.Contributed ecological input for Conservation Management Plans, native woodland plans & feasibility studies.Created presentation & marketing material, and administered IT assistance within the company. Show less

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  Natural England

  Apr 2010 - Apr 2011

  Protected Species Planning Adviser

  Provided statutory advice to Local Authorities, developers and third parties on planning consultations throughout the West Midlands.Supported the managing of tracking system for monitoring planning casework in the region. Played a lead role in implementing Standing Advice for Local Authorities in the West Midlands through the planning, facilitation and carrying out of training sessions for planning departments.Managed regional email accounts for licensing consultations, recorded and distributed work and personally responded to consultations for the county of Shropshire.Maintained West Midlands Local Nature Reserve database, responding to public queries and consultations on LNRs and provided advice on LNR management plans. Show less

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  Staffordshire Ecological Services (SES) Ltd.

  Apr 2011 - Sept 2015

  Senior Ecologist

  Managed projects from enquiry/tendering stage through to final completion.Line management of staff including training, coaching, support, work allocation and monitoring of quality and performance.Conducted detailed protected species surveys & producing high quality reports to meet strict deadlines.Acted as Ecological Clerk of Works on development schemes.Served as the Named Ecologist on European Protected Species licenses (bats) carrying out mitigation design, license application, onsite mitigation and post-construction monitoring.Conducted presentations for large groups including planning departments, construction site staff and other contractors. Show less

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  Grey Havens Holistic Health

  Aug 2015 - Jun 2016

  Holistic Therapist
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  Trust Ecology

  Sept 2015 - May 2019

  Consultant Ecologist

  Professional, cost-effective ecology / wildlife surveys for planning applications (Phase 1 survey, bat surveys, protected species surveys, mitigation and more).Trust Ecology is an independent ecological consultancy based near Ironbridge, Shropshire. We have over 25 years combined experience in ecological survey and evaluation, impact assessment, monitoring, mitigation measures and EPS licensing. Trust Ecology offers a friendly service and a pragmatic approach providing professional advice to clients from all sectors. Our consultants have a strong reputation for thorough, accurate and ethical work using a scienced-based approach.Our modest size and convenient West Midlands location help us to offer flexibility and timely surveys while reducing cost to our clients. Give us a call to discuss your project today. Show less

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  Not listed

  May 2019 - now

  Technical Guidance Writer