Assistant Ecologist in Derby)

Penguin Recruitment; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join their growing team near Derby. This full-time position offers a supportive environment where quality work is prioritized. You will assist in ecological surveys, write technical reports, and collaborate with senior ecologists on various projects. The company values your input and provides opportunities for professional development, including a generous training budget and flexible working options. If you're ready to enhance your consultancy skills in a dynamic team, this role could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Overtime

Company Laptop

Company iPhone

Use of Company Vehicles

Extra Week Off at Christmas

Generous Holiday Allowance

Unlimited Training Budget

Paid Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or Conservation.
• Experience in ecological consultancy or fieldwork is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ecological surveys and site assessments.
• Write technical reports and support project planning.
• Liaise with clients and deliver meaningful ecological outcomes.

Skills

Ecological Surveys

Technical Report Writing

Client Liaison

Fieldwork Experience

Education

Degree in Ecology

Degree in Environmental Science

Degree in Conservation

Tools

UK Driving Licence

Job description

Assistant Ecologist - Derby

£25,000 - £30,000 (DOE)

We're working with a respected, independent environmental consultancy based near Derby that's continuing to grow steadily. They're now looking for an Assistant Ecologist - ideally someone with some early consultancy experience - who's ready to take the next step in their ecological career.

You'll join a friendly, multidisciplinary team of around 40-50 people, including ecologists, arboriculturists, archaeologists, landscape architects, and construction professionals. It's a supportive environment where quality work is valued more than ticking boxes, and where your input will be heard and appreciated.

What you'll be doing:

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Assisting with ecological surveys and site assessments

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Writing technical reports (PEAs, PRAs, BNG assessments, UKHab surveys, etc.)

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Supporting senior ecologists and contributing to project planning and delivery

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Visiting sites, liaising with clients, and helping deliver meaningful ecological outcomes

What we're looking for:

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A relevant degree (e.g., Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation)

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Some experience in ecological consultancy or fieldwork

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A full, clean UK driving licence

Bonus skills (not essential):

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Bird ID and/or ornithological survey experience

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One or more protected species survey licences

What's in it for you:

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Competitive salary: £25,000 - £30,000, depending on experience

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Paid overtime

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Company laptop and iPhone

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Use of company vehicles for site visits

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One extra week off at Christmas

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Flexible/hybrid working options

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Generous holiday allowance

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Unlimited training budget + paid professional memberships

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A genuinely supportive team and clear opportunities for progression

This is a full-time, permanent role based near Derby. If you're looking to grow your consultancy skills in a team that values quality ecology, this could be a great fit.

Penguin Recruitment is managing this vacancy on behalf of our client.