Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern independent Ecology Consultancy based near Salisbury is looking for an experienced Ecologist. This role involves undertaking ecological surveys and engaging with a variety of clients. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant Bachelor's Degree and have experience within the ecological consultancy field. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible, hybrid working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Professional membership fees paid

Training and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in UK-based ecological consultancy or relevant Local Authority role.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours for fieldwork.
• Valid UK driving licence and personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys and analyse data for reports.
• Engage with clients across public and private sectors.
• Represent the company in local and wider projects.

Skills

Fieldwork skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology or relevant field

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Ecologist

Ref. No.: CJD150925A

Location: Based near Salisbury

Salary: £26,000 – £32,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, a modern, independent Ecology Consultancy, lending their specialist services to a diverse range of projects across the ecological landscape. They are seeking a talented, experienced Ecologist, willing to take on challenging projects alongside a growing team of professionals, based near the historical, culturally-rich city of Salisbury.

Benefits

• A competitive base salary
• An annual bonus scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with years’ service
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) available
• Flexible, hybrid working opportunities
• Professional Membership fees paid
• A diverse team that champions equality
• Training and career progression opportunities

Responsibilities

• Undertaking specialist technical work, functioning as part of a dynamic team of professionals
• Working on a variety of challenging projects across the region
• Carrying out ecological surveys, utilising data to inform reports, including Protected Species Licence Applications
• Engaging with a number of clients across the public and private sectors, including Local Authorities and other institutions
• Representing the company whilst partaking in projects across the local area, and further afield

Required skills and experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Ecology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, or a similar, relevant discipline
• Experience within a UK-based ecological consultancy (or Local Authority, in a relevant role)
• Demonstrable ability to conduct fieldwork, analysing and interpreting data to inform the necessary reports and assessments, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA), planning applications, etc.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Good time management skills, including the ability to work under pressure and meet required deadlines
• Able to work on your own initiative, as well as with a team
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence, as well as your own vehicle, with a willingness to travel to a variety of sites
• Willing to work unsociable hours in order to conduct vital fieldwork

Desirable skills and experience

• Hold at least one Protected Species Survey Licence (for bats, dormice, barn owls, Great Crested Newts, etc.)
• Experience with having produced technical reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments
• Competencies with application for, and implementation of, licences
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)

If you are interested in the role of Ecologist, please do not hesitate to contact the Ecology Team at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.