Ecologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and professional development

Support towards accreditation and CPD

Friendly collaborative environment

Varied ecology projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Wolverhampton is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to work on varied projects across the region, developing technical skills within a supportive team.

The role covers ecological appraisals, protected species surveys, BNG assessments, habitat surveys and planning support, with opportunities for professional development and accreditation.

Qualifications

• Experience working within ecological consultancy.
• Relevant ecology, environmental science or related qualification.
• Experience with protected species and habitat surveys.
• Understanding of BNG, ecological assessment and planning.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Living in Wolverhampton or within commuting distance of the office.

Responsibilities

• Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and ecological impact assessments.
• Protected species surveys, mitigation and licensing.
• Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and monitoring.
• Habitat and botanical surveys.
• Ecological management plans and construction-related ecological support.
• Ecological Clerk of Works duties where required.
• Supporting clients through planning and development projects.

Skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Ecology or environmental science degree

Job description

Consultant Ecologist

£30,000 – £40,000

Wolverhampton

This is an excellent opportunity for a Consultant Ecologist to work on varied projects across the region, with opportunities to develop your technical skills and professional experience within a supportive team.

The Consultant Ecologist will be involved in:

• Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and ecological impact assessments
• Protected species surveys, mitigation and licensing
• Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and monitoring
• Habitat and botanical surveys
• Ecological management plans and construction-related ecological support
• Ecological Clerk of Works duties where required
• Supporting clients through planning and development projects

What’s on offer:

• Flexible working and a strong work/life balance
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Support towards professional accreditation and membership
• A friendly, collaborative working environment
• Varied ecology projects across the region
• Opportunity to work alongside landscape and arboriculture professionals

Requirements:

• Experience working within ecological consultancy
• Relevant ecology, environmental science or related qualification
• Experience with protected species and habitat surveys
• Understanding of BNG, ecological assessment and planning
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in Wolverhampton or within a commutable distance of the office

This is a permanent role.