Ecologist

Henry Gunn; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holidays

37.5 hour week

Flexible working hours

Free onsite parking

Paid overtime

Payment of professional memberships

Hybrid working

Job summary

Henry Gunn is seeking a Consultant Ecologist in Bath to join a growing environmental team. The role targets ecologists with 2-3 years' consultancy experience to contribute to habitat assessments, BNG planning and conservation strategies.

The position offers a 37.5-hour week, hybrid working after probation, and benefits including 22 days' holiday, paid overtime, and on-site parking, with flexibility for childcare.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in ecology, zoology or environmental science.
• 2+ years consultancy experience preferred.
• FISC certificate required.
• Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation.
• Experience authoring ecology reports and habitat assessments.
• Full UK driving license.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys (e.g., protected species - Bat, GCN).
• Assist with mitigation & BNG strategies.
• Preparation of technical reports.
• Support project delivery from initial site assessment, through to completion.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Field identification skills

Report writing

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Relevant degree (Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science)

FISC (Field Identification Skills Certificate)

Job description

Consultant Ecologist

Location: Bath

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Full time/permanent

About the role

I am keen to speak with Ecologists, with 2-3 years' experience, who are on the lookout for their next challenge, to join a growing environmental team in Bath. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of projects, from habitat assessments, BNG planning and conservation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys (e.g., protected species - Bat, GCN)
• Assist with mitigation & BNG strategies
• Preparation of technical reports
• Support project delivery from initial site assessment, through to completion

Requirements

• Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science
• Ideally 2+ years consultancy experience
• FISC (Field Identification Skills Certificate)
• Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation
• Experience in authoring ecology reports and habitat condition assessments
• Full UK driving license
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

This role comes with

• Salary between £30,000 £35,000 (dependant on experience)
• 22 days' holidays, plus bank holidays
• 37.5 hours working week
• Flexible working hours for childcare
• Free onsite parking
• Paid overtimePayment of professional memberships
• Hybrid working (once passed probation)