Ecologist – Botany Experience

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

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy near Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Ecologist with a focus on Botany. Responsibilities include conducting ecological surveys, analysis, and contributing to diverse projects. Candidates need a relevant degree and a full UK Driving Licence. Competitive salary and excellent career progression opportunities offered.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Contributory Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Training and career progression

Life Assurance Plan

Private Health Insurance

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Ecology or Environmental Management.
• Experience in conducting ecological surveys and authoring reports.
• Valid UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys and manage schedules.
• Undertake Preliminary Ecological Appraisals as per guidance.
• Coordinate ecological surveys and analyze data.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Surveying techniques

Botany

Data analysis

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Management

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Ecologist (with Botany)

Ref. No.: CJD220925E

Location: Based near Wolverhampton

Salary: £26,000 – £36,000

This is a wonderful opportunity to join my client, an innovative, industry-leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy, known for their expertise within the ecological, planning and design, and arboricultural landscapes. They are currently searching for an experienced, capable Ecologist with a keen interest in Botany, willing to take on a variety of challenging projects alongside a growing team of professionals, based near the green, industrial city of Wolverhampton.

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

• Conducting field surveys, effectively managing your time and schedule
• Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEA), in accordance with relevant procedures and guidance
• Contributing to a range of diverse projects
• 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 Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Ecology or Environmental Management (or similar, relevant discipline)
• Experience of consulting surveys, curating data to author reports
• Hold a full, valid UK Driving Licence, with a willingness to travel 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
• Show a keen interest in Botany

Desirable skills and experience

• Hold several Protected Species Survey Licences
• Demonstrable prior experience within an ecological consultancy (or Local Authority) setting
• Experience with having produced technical reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments

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.