Consultant Ecologist - Flexible, Growth & Impact

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Wytham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension plan

Training programs

Project variety

Career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Oxford is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join a growing environmental consultancy delivering ecological services across sectors. The role offers varied projects, a supportive team, and real opportunities to develop professionally.

You will carry out PEAs and EcIAs, protected species surveys, and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments. Hybrid and flexible working options, a competitive salary, and ongoing training are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological consultancy.
• Understanding of UK wildlife legislation and survey methods.
• Experience with ecological assessments, protected species surveys or BNG.
• Good technical writing and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Based in or within a commutable distance of Oxford.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs).
• Undertaking protected species surveys and habitat assessments.
• Supporting Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and reporting.
• Producing technical reports and ecological documentation.
• Working alongside clients, developers and multidisciplinary teams.
• Providing practical ecological advice to support project delivery.

Skills

Ecology consultancy

Technical writing

Communication skills

Driving licence

UK work authorization

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Oxford is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join a growing environmental consultancy delivering ecological services across sectors. The role offers varied projects, a supportive team, and real opportunities to develop professionally.

You will carry out PEAs and EcIAs, protected species surveys, and contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments. Hybrid and flexible working options, a competitive salary, and ongoing training are provided.