Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Training and CIEEM

Diverse projects

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment seeks an Ecologist in Essex to join a growing environmental consultancy. The role covers protected species surveys, habitat assessments, and producing ecological reports, with a balance of fieldwork and office work.

Benefitting from a supportive team, you'll have opportunities for ongoing training and professional development, including CIEEM, and a clear progression pathway within a well-established firm.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or related field.
• Experience in ecological surveys and report writing.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Must live in or near the Essex office.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking protected species surveys, habitat assessments and ecological reports.
• Site work, data analysis, and liaising with clients and planning authorities.
• Balanced mix of fieldwork and office-based responsibilities.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Survey experience

Report writing

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Essex location aware

Education

Degree in Ecology

Job description

Ecologist

28,000 - 34,000

Essex

A specialist environmental consultancy is seeking an Ecologist to join their growing team in Essex. This well-established company delivers high-quality ecological services to a diverse client base, supporting sustainable development through expert advice, surveys, and practical solutions. With a strong reputation and a collaborative culture, this is an excellent opportunity for an Ecologist looking to develop their career.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and clear progression pathway
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing training and support for professional development (including CIEEM)
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects across sectors
• Supportive, close-knit team environment

The role:

As an Ecologist, you will be involved in a range of projects, undertaking protected species surveys, habitat assessments, and contributing to ecological reports. The role will include site work, data analysis, and liaising with clients and planning authorities. This Ecologist position offers a balanced mix of fieldwork and office-based responsibilities.

Requirements:

• Degree in Ecology or a related field
• Experience in ecological surveys and report writing
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Must live in or near the Essex office
• Strong communication and organisational skills

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to develop their career.