Ecologist

isepglobal; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Varied project portfolio

Supportive working environment

Training and development

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression

Job summary

isepglobal is seeking an Ecologist to join our established environmental consultancy in Preston. The role combines fieldwork and consultancy, including protected species surveys, habitat assessments, and report writing to support planning processes.

We offer a competitive salary within 30,000–40,000 GBP, a varied project portfolio, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for development and training. Flexible working arrangements and career progression are highlighted in the package.

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience with ecological surveys and producing technical reports is desirable.
• Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning processes.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fieldwork and consultancy tasks including protected species surveys and habitat assessments.
• Prepare ecological appraisals and technical reports for planning submissions.
• Support clients throughout the planning process and contribute to project delivery.

Skills

Degree in Ecology

UK wildlife legislation

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Ecologist

30,000 - 40,000

Preston

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Varied and interesting project portfolio
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Flexible working arrangements
• Clear opportunities for career progression

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Ecologist to join an established and growing environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering practical ecological services across a diverse range of projects. The company provides professional ecological advice, surveys and assessments to support development and land management projects, offering an Ecologist the opportunity to work across varied and interesting schemes.

As an Ecologist, you will be involved in a mixture of fieldwork and consultancy-based responsibilities, including protected species surveys, habitat assessments, ecological appraisals, report writing and supporting clients throughout the planning process. This is an excellent opportunity for an Ecologist looking to develop their technical skills within a supportive and collaborative team.

Requirements:

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Previous ecological consultancy experience is desirable
• Experience undertaking ecological surveys and producing technical reports
• Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning processes
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Applicants must live in or near Preston or be willing to commute to the office

This is a permanent role.