Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist in Manchester to lead projects, conduct ecological assessments, and mentor colleagues. Qualified candidates will possess a relevant degree, extensive experience in ecology, and hold relevant survey licences. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Company pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Professional Membership paid annually

Training and career progression

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Discounts on local leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM).
• Hold at least one Protected Species Survey Licence.
• Experience in UK and European wildlife legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from inception to delivery.
• Survey protected species and habitats.
• Analyse data for technical reports.

Skills

Extensive experience in an ecology role

Proficient in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Ecology

Tools

GIS mapping systems

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Ecologist

Ref. No.: CJD(phone number removed)D

Location: Manchester

Salary: £33,000 - £40,000

This is the ideal opportunity to join my client, a well-respected, innovative Multidisciplinary Consultancy, lending their expertise to a range of important projects across the ecology, landscape architecture and planning, and urban design landscapes. They are actively seeking an experienced, driven Senior Ecologist, willing to take on a variety of challenging projects alongside an already-established team of professionals, based near the diverse, richly-cultural city of Manchester.

Benefits

• A competitive basic salary
• Access to a company pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement, rising with length of service
• Flexible working opportunities
• One Professional Membership paid for, annually
• A diverse, innovative team that champions collaborative working
• Training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Discounts on local leisure facilities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Leading a number of interesting projects, from initial inception through to successful delivery
• Undertaking work in the field, including surveying protected species and habitats, etc.
• Analysing and interpreting data sets to inform technical reports and assessments
• Peer-reviewing and amending colleagues' reports
• Undertaking Ecological Clerk of Works activities, with respect to the relevant legislation, planning consent, and environmental and ecological protection measures
• Managing and mentoring a team of colleagues, delegating work and organising projects as required
• Engaging with and managing a range of clients and stakeholders, across the public and private sectors
• Adhering to strict health and safety standards, budgetary confinements and time restrictions, ensuring the highest quality standards are maintained throughout projects

Required skills and experience

• A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Ecology (or similar, relevant discipline)
• Extensive experience in an ecology role, within a UK-based consultancy setting
• Full Member of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)
• Demonstrable comprehension of UK and European Commission wildlife legislation and policy
• Experience of practical applications of mitigation requirements for protected species
• Proficiency in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and the appropriate planning processes
• Hold at least one Protected Species Survey Licence (e.g., bats, dormice, Great Crested Newts, etc.)
• Ability to deliver European Protected Species (EPS) Licences, and produce Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA)
• Experience of undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments
• Proficient in the use of GIS mapping systems
• Demonstrable project management skills, including liaising with clientele, coordinating a team, and working proactively with budgets
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Capable of working under pressure, whilst remaining positive and enthusiastic in your approach
• Hold a full, valid UK driving licence, with a willingness to work non-standard hours and away from home, as and when required

Desirable skills and experience

• Hold multiple Protected Species Survey Licence (bats and Great Crested Newts particularly desirable)
• Named Ecologist (EPSL)
• Competencies with application for, and implementation of, the necessary Mitigation Licences (particularly for bats and Great Crested Newts)
• Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC) Level 3 or above
• Experience of producing technical reports, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Habitat Regulations Assessments (HRA), and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments, etc.
• Experience of managing/leading a team

If you are interested in the role of Senior Ecologist, please do not hesitate to contact the Ecology Team at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy