Senior Ecologist

Chappell Enterprises; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy in Letchworth is seeking a Senior Ecologist to manage projects, supervise surveys, and mentor a team. The role requires extensive ecological experience, a degree in ecology, and strong project management skills. Candidates with protected species survey licences will be preferred. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £37,000 - £45,000 along with benefits including access to a company vehicle and training opportunities.

Benefits

Access to company vehicle

Company sick pay

Pension scheme

Training and personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• A full Clean UK Driving Licence is required.
• Protected species survey licences including Level 2 bat licence and Level 1 great crested newt licence.
• Full member of CIEEM required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects, supervise field surveys, and produce detailed reports.
• Liaise with clients and produce quotations and proposals.
• Supervise and undertake field survey work.

Skills

Extensive professional ecological experience

Strong field surveyor skills

Project management skills

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and GIS

Education

Degree in ecology or related subject

Masters degree in related subject (desirable)

Tools

AutoCAD

Cartographer

Job description

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Position: Senior Ecologist (Consultancy)

Location: Letchworth

Salary: £37,000 - £45,000

Hours: 08:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday (flexible start and finish times available)

Please note - A full Clean UK Driving Licence is required for you to be considered for this position.

Are you an experienced ecologist with a passion for delivering exceptional consultancy services? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can lead projects from inception to completion while mentoring a team of dedicated professionals? Our client, a well-established consultancy firm, is seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Ecologist to join their team. With a focus on ecological expertise and high standards, this role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across various sectors, including commercial, public, private, utility, and charity.

About Our Client

Our client is a market leader in providing specialist ecological services. They are committed to sustainability and innovation, working on projects ranging from historic landscapes to next-generation developments. Their dedicated teams create, restore, and maintain beautiful nature reserves and urban landscapes, delivering outstanding customer service at every stage.

About the Role

As a Senior Ecologist, you will deliver a range of ecological consultancy services to an exceptional standard. You will be responsible for managing projects, supervising field surveys, and producing detailed reports. You will also play a key role in mentoring a small team of ecologists and assistants, ensuring their professional development and overseeing their work programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, attend site meetings, and produce quotations and costed proposals.
• Design and specify surveys and projects.
• Supervise and undertake field survey work.
• Write and supervise reports for various ecological consultancy work, including UK Habitat Surveys and Ecological Impact Assessments.
• Complete Biodiversity Net Gain baseline assessments and contribute to Habitat Management & Monitoring Plans.
• Work closely with other consultants on joint projects and support operational teams in practical project delivery.
• Manage and support a team of ecologists and assistants.

Requirements (Essential)

• A degree in ecology or a related subject.
• Extensive professional ecological experience with a consultancy background.
• Thorough knowledge of UK and European legislation related to protected species and habitats.
• Experience preparing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments.
• Strong field surveyor skills, including extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys and protected species surveys.
• Protected species survey licences, including at least Level 2 bat licence and Level 1 great crested newt licence.
• Proven experience of line managing staff and overseeing teams of field surveyors.
• Full member of CIEEM.
• Technical proficiency using Microsoft Office and GIS.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage project finances.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Desirable

• Chartered Ecologist or Environmentalist.
• Masters degree in a related subject.
• Survey licences for dormouse, otter, barn owl, and low impact class licences for bat and badger.
• Experience as an expert witness at a planning inquiry.
• Experience undertaking Breeding Bird Surveys and data analysis.
• Technical proficiency in specialist software such as AutoCAD and Cartographer.
• Tree Climbing & Aerial Tree Rescue qualification.

Why Join Our Client?

• Access to company vehicle.
• Company sick pay.
• Additional holiday days accrued with length of service + Bank Holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Long Service Awards.
• Training and personal development opportunities.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Company competitions.
• Discounts.
• Confidential mental health support.

To Apply

If you are a proactive leader with a passion for delivering outstanding projects, we want to hear from you! Join Chappell Enterprises UK in supporting our client's mission to deliver exceptional outdoor environments!

Chappell Enterprises UK is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Employer, offering interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

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