Ecologist in Bath)

Penguin Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an Ecologist to join a dynamic multi-disciplinary team in Bath. This full-time position offers the chance to enhance your ecological knowledge while working on impactful projects that contribute positively to the environment. You will engage in a variety of ecological surveys, habitat assessments, and report writing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. With a commitment to professional development, this firm provides comprehensive training and mentorship, along with a flexible working environment to help balance work and personal life. If you are passionate about ecology and looking to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive CPD/Training and Mentorship

Flexible working environment

Private health insurance

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological consultancy and industry practices.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ecological surveys and habitat assessments across various sites.
• Write high-quality ecological reports including EIAs and PEAs.

Skills

Ecological Surveying

Report Writing

Data Collection and Analysis

Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

Job description

Ecologist

Bath

£26,000 - £35,000

We are excited to announce an opportunity for an Ecologist to join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team at a CIEEM Registered Practice, with offices across the South of the UK. This full-time role is based in the Bath area!

Their team has extensive experience and expertise in conducting a variety of species surveys, including bats, badgers, otters, barn owls, dormice, reptiles, and botany. This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your ecological knowledge and work on high-profile projects that make a real difference to the environment.

Benefits for the role of an Ecologist Include:

1. Comprehensive CPD/Training and Mentorship.
2. They offer a flexible working environment to help balance your work and personal life.
3. Private health insurance and an excellent benefits package.

The Role Involves:

1. Conducting a broad range of ecological surveys as well as habitat assessments and ecological impact assessments across a range of different sites.
2. Ecological Report Writing: You will be responsible for producing high-quality, professional reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), and Protected Species Risk Assessments (PRAs).
3. Data collection and analysis, ensuring that all surveys and assessments are accurate, comprehensive, and meet regulatory standards.

Key Requirements:

1. Prior experience working within an ecological consultancy setting, demonstrating a good understanding of industry practices and methodologies.
2. Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles and the use of the metric.
3. Experience in conducting a wide range of species surveys.