Ecologist

TipTopJob; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy based near Salisbury is seeking an experienced Ecologist. The role involves undertaking ecological surveys and working on challenging projects. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and experience within the ecological consultancy sector. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working opportunities, and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Professional membership fees paid

Training and career progression

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology, Biological Sciences, or Environmental Science.
• Experience in a UK-based ecological consultancy or relevant Local Authority role.
• Ability to conduct ecological surveys and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist technical work in a dynamic team.
• Conduct ecological surveys and inform reports.
• Engage with clients across public and private sectors.

Skills

Fieldwork analysis

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Driving license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Ecology or related field

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Ecologist. Ref. No.: CJD150925A. Location: Based near Salisbury. Salary: GBP26,000 – GBP32,000.

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

• 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 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.