Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Varied project portfolio

Supportive working environment

Professional development and training

Flexible working arrangements

Clear career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an Ecologist for a permanent role in Preston. The position combines fieldwork and consultancy work, including protected species surveys, habitat assessments and report writing, supporting clients through the planning process.

Successful candidates will have an Ecology-related degree, experience in ecological surveys, and a good understanding of UK wildlife legislation. A full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Ecology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct protected species surveys and habitat assessments.

Skills

Fieldwork

Report writing

Driving licence

Right to work in UK

Education

Ecology-related degree

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.