Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Ecologist to join their environmental team in Cardiff. This full-time role offers the opportunity to conduct ecological studies across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with environmental goals and UK wildlife legislation. You will undertake site surveys, produce Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), and lead protected species surveys. With a strong focus on training and development, this position promises a rewarding career in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about ecology and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Company pension

Employee discount scheme

Focus on training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in ecology with a focus on rail and infrastructure sectors.
• Knowledge of environmental assessments and UK wildlife legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological site surveys and produce PEAs.
• Lead protected species surveys and assist with data collation.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Environmental goals understanding

Assessment experience (PEAs, site surveys)

Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation

Job description

Job Description

Position: Ecologist

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £35,000-£42,000

I am pleased to announce that we are looking for an experienced ecologist to join a well-established team in Cardiff! The team is looking to expand their environmental team on a full-time basis. The role involves conducting ecological studies across a range of projects to identify and advise on their needs.

Benefits of this role include:

1. Excellent benefits package.
2. Company pension and employee discount scheme.
3. Focus on training and development.

The role involves:

1. Undertaking ecological site surveys.
2. Producing PEAs and assisting on EIAs and HRAs.
3. Leading protected species surveys and assisting on data collation.

Requirements include:

1. Skills and knowledge of ecology and environmental goals within rail and infrastructure sectors.
2. Experience of assessments such as PEAs and site surveys.
3. Knowledge of ecology practices and UK wildlife legislation.

If you are interested in finding out more information about this position, please call Hannah Parker on (phone number removed) and email your CV to (url removed).