Principal Ecologist

Access Talent Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing environmental consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to manage ecological surveys and mentor junior staff. You will play a key role in developing the company's projects and ensuring high-quality delivery. Candidates should hold protected species licences and have prior experience in managing ecological assessments. The company offers flexible working arrangements and is focused on finding the right fit for their team.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity to shape the company's future

Qualifications

• Hold protected species licences, ideally a level 2 Bat Licence.
• Have previous experience managing ecological surveys.
• Comfortable training and mentoring junior consultants.
• CIEEM membership is required.

Responsibilities

• Win and deliver a range of ecological surveys and assessments.
• Help in training and mentoring junior consultants.
• Lead in managing your own projects.
• Deliver desktop surveys, protected species and habitat surveys.

Skills

Protected species licences

Managing a range of surveys

Training and leading junior staff

CIEEM membership

Job description

A small rapidly growing environmental consultancy based in Newcastle are looking to hire and experienced Principal Ecologist to further develop their business and lead on projects. You will join a dedicated team who pride themselves in offering more than just ecology services to a broad range of clients. This is a fantastic time to join this ambitious company and help shape the companies future and direction.

You be tasked to win, win and deliver and range of ecological surveys and assessments, working alongside the companies managing director. As part of your role you will help in the training and mentoring of junior consultants . You will take the lead in managing your own projects and have previous experience delivering desk top surveys, protected species and habitat surveys and ecological impact assesments.

To be considered for this role you will:

• Hold protected species licences (ideally a level 2 Bat Licence)
  
• Have previous experience managing a range of surveys
  
• Be comfortable training and leading junior staff
  
• Have CIEEM membership

In return you will join a flexible organisation who are keen to find the right person to fit the right role and will also consider flexible working hours, including part time working.

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