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Ecologist

Vella Recruitment

Guildford

Hybrid

GBP 26,000 - 36,000

Full time

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Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Guildford is seeking a Senior Ecologist with over 2 years of experience in ecological surveys, habitat assessments, and biodiversity audits. Ideal candidates will hold an Ecology degree and may hold protected species licenses. The position offers hybrid working options with flexible hours, allowing professionals passionate about ecology to join a forward-thinking team committed to sustainable practices.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in Ecology necessary.
  • Experience in EcIAs, EIAs and HRAs preferred.
  • Desirable if holder of protected species licences.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct and lead ecological surveys.
  • Perform habitat assessments and biodiversity audits.
  • Manage ecological projects from start to finish.

Skills

Ecological surveys
Habitat assessments
Biodiversity audits
Project management

Education

Ecology degree or related field
Job description
OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

Vella Recruitment are working in partnership with one of the UK's leading integrated design practices. This environmentally focused multi-disciplinary is expanding their Ecology team in their Dorking office and are looking for motivated Ecologists/Senior Ecologists to join them.

HEADLINES
  • Title: Senior Ecologist
  • Experience required: 2+ years of experience in Ecology
  • Salary: £26,000 to £36,000 (depending on experience)
  • Location: Dorking
  • Type of Company: Environment and Design Services
  • Hybrid Working: Yes, with flexible hours
WHO ARE THEY?

A long-established multidisciplinary consultancy, bringing together ecology, landscape architecture, urban design and environmental assessment to shape sustainable, high-quality developments. They’re known for balancing commercial needs with environmental responsibility, guiding projects from concept through planning to delivery with an integrated, holistic approach.

WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:
  • They\'re looking for ambitious and passionate individuals, who can conduct and lead on ecological surveys, habitat assessments and biodiversity audits, and project management.
  • An Ecology degree or related field.
  • At least 2+ years experience.
  • Experience in EcIAs, EIAs and HRAs.
  • Desirable if you hold any protected species licences.
  • Membership or eligibility of CIEEM.
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