Ecologist – Botany Experience

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an Ecologist (Botany) to join a multidisciplinary consultancy in Birmingham. The role involves conducting field surveys, managing ecological projects, and applying knowledge of Protected Species. The ideal candidate has a degree in Ecology, experience in similar roles, and a valid UK Driving License. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Contributory Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Training and career progression

Life Assurance Plan

Private Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in consulting surveys and utilizing data to complete reports.
• Hold a full, valid UK Driving License and willing to travel.
• Excellent understanding of Protected Species Surveys.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a range of field surveys and manage schedules.
• Undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals.
• Oversee a variety of ecological projects.

Skills

Ecology

Surveying techniques

Botany

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Ecology or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Ecologist (Botany)

Ref. No.: CJD160925G

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £26,000 – £36,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join my client, a trusted, industry-leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, renowned for lending their expertise to a range of important projects across the ecological, planning and design, and arboricultural landscapes. They are proactively searching for a driven, experienced Ecologist (Botany), willing to take on a variety of challenging projects alongside an already-established team of professionals, based near the diverse, vibrant city of Birmingham.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement, raising with length of service (and including your Birthday off)
• Training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Life Assurance Plan
• Private Health/Medical Insurance
• Additional benefits packages, tailored to suit you

Responsibilities

• Conducting a range of field surveys, managing your time and schedule accordingly
• Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), adhering to the relevant guidelines and procedures
• Overseeing a number of diverse projects, from small scale to more complex
• Coordinating Ecological Surveys, analysing and interpreting data, and using it to inform further aspects of your projects
• Applying your knowledge of Protected Species Mitigation throughout the course of your projects
• Engaging with your team and the wider company, maintaining the highest of standards throughout your work
• Effectively managing your time and resources, across several multifaceted projects

Required skills and experience

• A Bachelor Master’s Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Ecology, Environmental Management, or a similar, relevant discipline
• Experience of consulting surveys and utilising the data to complete reports
• Hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence, with a willingness to travel across the UK for work, as and when required
• Excellent working knowledge of ecology, surveying techniques, and relevant legislation and procedures
• Good understanding of Protected Species Surveys, and the development of Mitigation Strategies
• Hold at least one Protected Species Licence (or be proactively working toward attaining this)
• Demonstrate a good understanding of botany, including Survey Identification Skills
• Have a good working knowledge of Planning Policy, including the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), in relation to development projects

Desirable skills and experience

• Demonstrable prior experience within an ecological consultancy (or Local Authority) setting
• Hold several Protected Species Licences

If you are interested in the role of Ecologist (Botany), 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.