Consultant Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Diverse projects

Professional development

Flexible working

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment are seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join their expanding South East team near Eastbourne. The role involves delivering ecological surveys, impact assessments and client liaison to ensure high-quality outcomes across projects.

You will work on Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, protected species surveys and biodiversity net gain assessments, with opportunities for professional development and progression in a supportive, flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or a related discipline is required.
• Experience carrying out ecological surveys and producing reports.
• Membership or eligibility for CIEEM is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and surveys.
• Contribute to biodiversity net gain assessments and habitat management plans.
• Prepare reports and liaise with clients to ensure project delivery.
• Assist in survey work and project coordination.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Report writing

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Ecology or related discipline

CIEEM membership/eligibility

Job description

Consultant Ecologist

£30,000 - £38,000

Eastbourne

A specialist environmental consultancy is seeking a talented Consultant Ecologist to join their growing team near Eastbourne. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a well-established, personable consultancy delivering high-quality ecological and arboricultural services across the South East. Established in 2012, the company offers a holistic, end-to-end approach to environmental planning, supporting projects from inception through to completion.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Exposure to diverse projects across the South East
• Opportunity for professional development and progression
• Flexible and tailored working approach

The Role - Consultant Ecologist

This Consultant Ecologist role is ideal for someone looking to progress within a dynamic consultancy that values quality and efficiency. As a Consultant Ecologist, you will be involved in a wide range of projects including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, protected species surveys, biodiversity net gain assessments and habitat management plans. You will contribute to survey work, reporting, and client liaison, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.

Requirements - Consultant Ecologist

• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and report writing
• Degree in Ecology or a related discipline
• Membership or eligibility for CIEEM preferred
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Full right to work in the UK
• Must live in or near to the Eastbourne office
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Licenses are desirable

This is a permanent role.