Senior Ecologist - Bio Net Gain

Penguin Recruitment; Stonehouse; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist specializing in Biodiversity Net Gain to join their Stonehouse team. This role involves leading biodiversity assessments, providing technical advice, and mentoring junior ecologists. The ideal candidate has a degree in Ecology or Environmental Science, strong knowledge of biodiversity principles, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary, hybrid work options, and professional development support are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Hybrid and flexible working options

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM is required.
• Strong technical knowledge of the Defra Metric and habitat condition assessments is essential.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and strategies.
• Provide technical advice on habitat creation and enhancement.
• Oversee ecological surveys and impact assessments.

Skills

Technical knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles

Strong communication skills

Experience managing ecological inputs

Ability to mentor others

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Postgraduate qualification (preferred)

Job description

Senior Ecologist - Biodiversity Net Gain Specialist

Location: Stonehouse (Hybrid Working)
Sector: Environmental Consultancy
Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy dedicated to delivering sustainable environmental solutions across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist with specialist expertise in Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join their growing ecology team based in Stonehouse.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious ecologist to take a lead role in shaping nature-positive outcomes on a diverse range of infrastructure, development, and restoration projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and strategies for a variety of public and private sector projects.
• Provide technical advice on habitat creation, enhancement, and offsetting to achieve measurable ecological improvements.
• Oversee ecological surveys, impact assessments, and habitat management planning.
• Mentor and support junior ecologists, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure ecological objectives are clearly understood and met.
• Contribute to proposals, bids, and business development activities related to biodiversity and natural capital services.

About You

• Degree (and ideally postgraduate qualification) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Membership (or eligibility) of CIEEM.
• Strong technical knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles, including use of the Defra Metric and habitat condition assessments.
• Proven experience managing ecological inputs to development projects and working with planning frameworks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites as required.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Ongoing professional development and support with chartership.
• The opportunity to work with a supportive, forward-thinking team delivering projects that make a genuine difference for biodiversity.

Join our client in delivering a nature-positive future