Consultant Ecologist

isepglobal; Christchurch; Híbrido; GBP 26 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Private health insurance

28 days annual leave plus bank hols

Flexible working (home & office)

Dedicated training budget

External training/volunteering days

Resumo da oferta

isepglobal Bournemouth is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our established ecology team. Based in Bournemouth, Dorset, you will undertake PEAs and habitat surveys, conduct protected species surveys and prepare reports to support planning applications.

The role offers a varied workload across developments and conservation projects, with flexible working arrangements, a training budget and strong career progression opportunities.

Qualificações

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Experience in ecological consultancy or field surveys.
• Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and survey methodologies.
• Experience with ecological reporting for planning applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsabilidades

• Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and habitat surveys.
• Conducting protected species surveys, including bats, reptiles and other UK wildlife.
• Preparing ecological reports to support planning applications.
• Assisting with ecological mitigation strategies and protected species licensing.
• Supporting habitat creation, enhancement and management plans.
• Contributing to ecological assessments for residential, commercial and infrastructure projects.
• Liaising with clients and project teams to provide practical ecological advice.
• Supporting the implementation of mitigation measures and ecological works on site.

Conhecimentos

Ecology field surveys

PEAs & species surveys

Report writing

Communication

Licenced driver

Formação académica

Relevant degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Consultant Ecologist

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: 26,000 - 30,000 (depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent Full-time

An established independent ecological consultancy is looking to appoint a motivated Consultant Ecologist to join its team in Bournemouth, Dorset. Working across a diverse portfolio of projects, from residential developments and home extensions to larger housing schemes, infrastructure and conservation projects, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your ecological expertise within a specialist consultancy.

The company offers a varied workload, a supportive team environment and a genuine commitment to professional development, making this an ideal opportunity for an ecologist looking to build their career.

What You'll Be Joining

You will be joining a well-established ecological consultancy with experience across development and conservation projects. The team works on projects from initial ecological surveys and planning applications through to mitigation, habitat enhancement and implementation.

The business places a strong emphasis on staff development, offering tailored training, flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop specialist areas of interest.

Salary & Benefits

• 26,000 - 30,000 salary, depending on experience
• Flexible working arrangements, including home and office working
• 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private health insurance available
• Dedicated training budget and in-house training
• Two days per year for external training or volunteering
• Structured appraisals and clear career progression opportunities
• Varied project portfolio across development and conservation

The Role

• Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and habitat surveys
• Conducting protected species surveys, including bats, reptiles and other UK wildlife
• Preparing ecological reports to support planning applications
• Assisting with ecological mitigation strategies and protected species licensing
• Supporting habitat creation, enhancement and management plans
• Contributing to ecological assessments for residential, commercial and infrastructure projects
• Liaising with clients and project teams to provide practical ecological advice
• Supporting the implementation of mitigation measures and ecological works on site

About You

• A relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Experience working within ecological consultancy or undertaking ecological surveys
• Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies
• Experience with PEAs, protected species surveys or ecological report writing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive approach and enthusiasm for developing your ecological expertise
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Based in or within a commutable distance of Bournemouth, Dorset

Why This Role?

• Competitive salary of 26,000 - 30,000
• Flexible working and a supportive team environment
• Access to training and opportunities to develop specialist ecological skills
• Exposure to a diverse range of development and conservation projects
• A structured approach to career progression
• The opportunity to contribute to meaningful ecological and conservation work