Assistant Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working

Training & CPD

Career progression

Exposure to high-profile projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Bristol is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy with 30+ years’ experience. You will undertake ecological surveys, support planning applications and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain, protected species work and habitat enhancement.

The role offers flexible/hybrid working, training and professional development, and a clear path for career progression within a collaborative team of ecologists, arboriculturists and

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Consultancy experience with ecological surveys and reporting
• Good understanding of UK ecology, protected species and relevant legislation
• Experience with PEA, EcIA and/or BNG desirable
• Strong report-writing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or within a commutable distance of the Bristol office
• Willingness to travel for site work

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological surveys and assessments across a varied project portfolio
• Support planning applications and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain
• Collaborate with arboriculturalists, landscape architects and project teams
• Assist in ecological mitigation and habitat enhancement
• Prepare reports and manage client communications

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Survey reporting

Report writing

Communication skills

UK ecology knowledge

Education

Relevant degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

PEA

EcIA

BNG

Job description

Assistant Ecologist

£27,000 – £34,000

Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Ecologist to join an established, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy specialising in ecology, arboriculture, landscape architecture and natural capital. The company has over 30 years of experience and is a CIEEM Registered Practice, delivering practical, evidence-led solutions across development and land management projects.

As an Assistant Ecologist, you will work across a varied project portfolio, undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, supporting planning applications and contributing to Biodiversity Net Gain, protected species work, ecological mitigation and habitat enhancement. You will also collaborate with arboriculturalists, landscape architects and wider project teams.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Training, CPD and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to varied and high-profile projects
• Collaborative multi-disciplinary environment

Requirements:

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Consultancy experience with ecological surveys and reporting
• Good understanding of UK ecology, protected species and relevant legislation
• Experience with PEA, EcIA and/or BNG desirable
• Strong report-writing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or within a commutable distance of the Bristol office
• Willingness to travel for site work