Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist seeks an Ecologist for a full-time, on-site role in Porton Down, Salisbury. The position involves managing ecological needs and compliance with environmental regulations while working on the Client PTN Stone Curlew Conservation Project. Ideal candidates will have a degree in ecology and experience with SSSI, SPA, and SAC sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology required.
• Experience maintaining SSSI, SPA, and SAC sites.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ecology across the PTN Estate.
• Manage the Client PTN Stone Curlew Conservation Project.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and client policies.

Skills

Understanding of CLIENT procedures

Experience in land management operations

Knowledge of environmental regulations

Strong practical knowledge of conservation

Ability to develop relationships

Customer service orientation

Education

Degree or equivalent in ecology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We are a global recruitment specialist providing support to clients across EMEA, APAC, US, and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Role: Ecologist

Location: Porton Down, Salisbury - full-time on-site

Duration: 3 months

Pay-rate: £527 per day Inside IR35

Job Description:

The Ecologist will be responsible for ecology across the PTN Estate, developing a rural estates plan to ensure the ecological needs of the estate are met without impacting organizational activities. The Ecological Officer reports to the Rural Estate Manager and is accountable for managing and delivering objectives within the Client PTN Stone Curlew Conservation Project. They will also ensure the maintenance and management of the Porton Down Site of Scientific Interest (SSSI), Special Protection Area (SPA), and Special Area of Conservation (SAC) in compliance with legislation and client policies.

Essential qualifications and skills:

• Degree or equivalent in ecology
• Understanding of CLIENT procedures
• Experience in land management operations and best practices
• Experience maintaining SSSI, SPA, and SAC sites, ensuring they remain in favorable condition and compliant with legislation
• Knowledge of environmental regulations such as the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, and Environment Act 2021
• Strong practical knowledge of conservation and rural management
• Ability to develop relationships with key stakeholders
• Proactive and collaborative working style
• Customer service orientation to coordinate with colleagues and contractors

Desirable qualifications:

• City & Guilds or equivalent in Agricultural, Forestry, or Land Management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send your CV. We typically shortlist candidates within 48 hours.