Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working options

25 days’ annual leave increasing with 

bank holidays

Private healthcare and employee welll

being support

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd seeks a Senior Ecologist to lead ecological workstreams around Inverness on high-profile infrastructure projects in Scotland. The role includes surveys, assessments, and licensing support, with mentoring for junior ecologists in a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

This purpose-driven environmental consultancy values professional development and biodiversity outcomes. The position offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and strong benefits package including

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating ecological surveys, assessments and monitoring programmes.
• Providing expert ecological advice throughout the planning and construction phases.
• Supporting protected species licensing and mitigation requirements.
• Reviewing ecological reports, technical information and survey findings.
• Monitoring ecological works and ensuring agreed mitigation measures are implemented effectively.
• Liaising with contractors, engineers, environmental consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Identifying ecological risks and providing practical solutions.
• Supporting environmental compliance and ensuring relevant legislation and planning requirements are met.
• Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists and other members of the environmental team.
• Contributing to the ongoing improvement of ecological and environmental practices across the project.

Job description

Senior Ecologist – Inverness

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Ecologist to join a leading environmental team working on a range of projects around Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level ecologist looking to take on greater responsibility, lead ecological workstreams and contribute to a high-profile project with significant environmental considerations.

The company is a purpose-driven environmental consultancy with more than two decades of experience supporting clients in delivering sustainable and biodiversity-positive projects. Its multidisciplinary team includes ecologists, planners, landscape architects and environmental specialists, working collaboratively to deliver integrated and place-sensitive solutions. The company places a strong emphasis on professional development, collaboration and creating positive environmental outcomes.

Responsibilities will include;

• Leading and coordinating ecological surveys, assessments and monitoring programmes.
• Providing expert ecological advice throughout the planning and construction phases.
• Supporting protected species licensing and mitigation requirements.
• Reviewing ecological reports, technical information and survey findings.
• Monitoring ecological works and ensuring agreed mitigation measures are implemented effectively.
• Liaising with contractors, engineers, environmental consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Identifying ecological risks and providing practical solutions.
• Supporting environmental compliance and ensuring relevant legislation and planning requirements are met.
• Mentoring and supporting junior ecologists and other members of the environmental team.
• Contributing to the ongoing improvement of ecological and environmental practices across the project.

Benefits;

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) scheme for additional flexibility
• Private healthcare and employee wellbeing support
• Professional development opportunities, including training budgets and paid professional memberships
• Company pension scheme
• Annual profit share bonus
• Cycle-to-work and electric vehicle schemes
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to work on major, high-profile infrastructure projects
• Strong commitment to environmental sustainability and positive biodiversity outcomes

For an experienced ecologist looking to take the next step in their career, this role offers the opportunity to work on a significant infrastructure project in the Highlands while developing their expertise within a supportive and forward-thinking environmental team.