Ecologist

isepglobal; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Company pension

Professional membership fees paid

Ongoing training and career dev.

Licence and skills development support

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Diverse UK projects

Job summary

isepglobal is seeking an Ecologist in Portsmouth to join a growing environmental consultancy delivering ecological projects across the UK.

You will conduct habitat and protected species surveys, ecological assessments, and technical reports, supporting clients through planning and development with practical, sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and report writing.
• Good knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking ecological field surveys (habitat and protected species).
• Preparing technical reports (PEA, Ecological Impact Assessments, Biodiversity Net Gain).
• Assisting with project management and client liaison.

Skills

Field surveys

Report writing

Client liaison

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Ecologist - Portsmouth

An exciting opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and motivated Ecologist to join a growing environmental consultancy team delivering a wide range of ecological projects across the UK.

The successful candidate will contribute to habitat and protected species surveys, ecological assessments, impact evaluations, and technical report writing for projects spanning multiple sectors. Working alongside experienced environmental professionals, they will play a key role in supporting clients through the planning and development process while helping to deliver practical, sustainable ecological solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.

• Company pension scheme.

• Professional membership fees paid.

• Ongoing training, mentoring, and career development opportunities.

• Support towards protected species licences and specialist skills development.

• Employee wellbeing initiatives.

• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking a variety of ecological field surveys, including habitat and protected species surveys.

• Preparing technical reports such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.

• Assisting with project management and client liaison.

• Supporting ecological mitigation, enhancement, and monitoring projects.

• Ensuring work is delivered to a high technical standard and in accordance with relevant legislation and best practice guidance.

About the Candidate

• Degree qualified in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and report writing.

• Good knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• Membership of a relevant professional body is desirable.

• Full UK driving licence preferred.

This role offers the opportunity to develop ecological expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment, working on diverse and rewarding projects that make a positive impact on the natural environment.