Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consultancy in Oxford is seeking an Ecologist to join their team. The successful candidate will engage in protected species surveys, contribute to tenders, and produce technical reports. Applicants should have a degree in Ecology or a related field and 2-3 years of experience. This role offers a competitive salary between £24,000 – £33,000, 23 days holiday, pension scheme, and options for hybrid or remote working.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Training opportunities with a CPD budget

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of industry experience.
• 1 protected species licence required.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Undertake protected species surveys.
• Help to build tenders and create quotations.
• Produce technical reports such as PEA and BNG reports.

Skills

Protected species surveys

Ecology knowledge

Project management

Report writing

Education

Degree in Ecology

Degree in Environmental Management

Job description

Overview

Consultant Ecologist | Location: Oxford | Salary: £24,000 - £33,000

Pebble Recruitment are representing a well-established Environmental Consultancy actively seeking an ambitious Ecologist to join their Oxford team. The firm has grown rapidly and offers a variety of services to clients. Their reputation has generated a healthy pipeline of both repeat and new business. This is an excellent time to join.

Our client prioritises the quality of services, the needs, well-being, and aspirations of clients and employees, and places sustainability at the forefront of every project. The successful Ecologist will work closely with the Oxford ecology team, assisting with protected species surveys.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Ecologist to join an employee-focused company that offers extensive career progression opportunities and exposure to a variety of projects.

Ecologist Position overview

• Undertaking protected species surveys
• Helping to build tenders and create quotations
• Producing technical reports (PEA reports, BNG reports, protected species reports, etc.)
• Managing small to medium-sized projects and some large-sized projects with assistance when needed

Position requirements

• 2–3 years of industry experience
• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Management, or a related field
• 1 protected species licence
• Hold a full UK driving licence
• Extensive knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and the ability to apply it correctly
• Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management affiliation or membership is advantageous

Remuneration & benefits

• Competitive salary, £24,000 – £33,000 depending on experience
• 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays and the option to buy more
• Generous pension scheme
• Hybrid working or fully remote
• Time off in lieu (TOIL)
• Progression and training opportunities with a generous CPD budget
• Other benefits to be discussed at the interview stage

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