Senior Ecologist - Bat Licence Lead & Field Expert

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Exclusive retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Ecologist to lead ecological projects across the UK. You will conduct bat, bird, and other protected species surveys, coordinate fieldwork, and contribute to ecological reports and regulatory submissions.

Your role will involve mentorship and delivering high-quality outcomes across Infrastructure, Utilities, Development and Conservation sectors. The position is nationwide with flexible work options (office-based, remote, or hybrid).

Qualifications

• Hold Natural England Level 2 Class Licence with experience leading bat surveys.
• Full membership of CIEEM or equivalent.
• Proven experience leading ecological surveys and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead wide range of ecological surveys including bats, birds, reptiles and other protected species.
• Independently undertake bat surveys and apply for mitigation licences with Natural England.
• Prepare Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments.

Skills

Bat surveys

Project management

Technical reporting

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Education

Natural England Level 2 Licence

CIEEM membership

Tools

Field survey equipment

Job description

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Ecologist to lead ecological projects across the UK. You will conduct bat, bird, and other protected species surveys, coordinate fieldwork, and contribute to ecological reports and regulatory submissions.

Your role will involve mentorship and delivering high-quality outcomes across Infrastructure, Utilities, Development and Conservation sectors. The position is nationwide with flexible work options (office-based, remote, or hybrid).