Ecologist (Planning)

Carrington West; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Ecologist Consultant for a 6-month interim role. This exciting opportunity involves supporting a busy Planning team by reviewing ecological elements of planning applications and providing specialist advice on protected species and biodiversity. The position offers flexibility with mainly remote working and occasional site visits, making it suitable for experienced professionals regardless of their location. If you have a background in Town Planning and ecological assessments, this role could be a perfect fit for you. Don’t miss the chance to contribute to impactful projects in the ecological and planning sectors!

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological assessments and town planning is essential.
• Knowledge of protected species and biodiversity regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Review ecological elements of planning applications and provide advice.
• Support the Planning team with ecological assessments for proposals.

Skills

Ecological Assessment

Town Planning

Protected Species Knowledge

HRA (Habitat Regulations Assessment)

BNG (Biodiversity Net Gain)

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Qualified Town Planner

Job description

Ecologist (Planning) - Part Time
South West
6-months
Rate Dependant Upon Experience (£50 to £55 per hour)

Job Ref - 58022

I am working closely with my LPA client based in the South West as they seek an interim Ecologist Consultant on an initial 6-month contract.

This role will be to support the busy Planning team and involves reviewing the ecological elements of planning applications to provide specialist ecological advice for planning officers on protected species, HRA and also BNG.

The work will range from small proposals to larger major allocations.

They are looking for a consultant on a 15 to 20 hour assignment.

The role involves mainly remote working with some requirement for site visits on occasion. The LPA are flexible on how often you are needed in the area and can ensure the role suits those who live further away with the right experience.

Interviews are due to take place imminently. If this post is of interest, please do get in touch at your earliest convenience to discuss. Further details are available upon request.

It would aid your application if you are a qualified Town Planner and you must have previous Town Planning experience to be considered.

Please call Liam Shea on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed)