Lead Botanist & Ecological Specialist (FISC 4+)

SLR Consulting; Bradford-on-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Healthcare

Travel insurance

Life insurance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

SLR Consulting is seeking an experienced botanist to join the Ecology and Biodiversity team across the UK. The role focuses on leading botanical surveys, delivering habitat assessments, and contributing to high-quality reports for projects in Power, Mining, Minerals and Built Environment sectors.

Ideal candidates will hold FISC Level 4 or be able to obtain it, with a strong ecological background and ability to work across offices nationwide.

Qualifications

• Experience in botanical surveys and ecological consultancy practices.
• FISC Level 4 or above or ability to obtain it via a test.
• Project management duties including planning, scheduling surveys and client liaison.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed botanical surveys using UKHab, NVC and baseline surveys.
• Shape and deliver habitat creation projects with botanical expertise.
• Record and manage survey data using in-house apps and equipment.
• Contribute to technical reports, habitat condition assessments and plans.
• Mentor junior ecologists and provide training within the National team.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and regulatory bodies; may involve staff management.

Skills

FISC Level 4

Botany surveys

Project management

Client liaison

Education

BSc Ecology or Biological Science

MSc desirable

CIEEM membership

Job description

SLR Consulting is seeking an experienced botanist to join the Ecology and Biodiversity team across the UK. The role focuses on leading botanical surveys, delivering habitat assessments, and contributing to high-quality reports for projects in Power, Mining, Minerals and Built Environment sectors.

Ideal candidates will hold FISC Level 4 or be able to obtain it, with a strong ecological background and ability to work across offices nationwide.