Senior Ecologist — Flexible Remote, Impactful Biodiversity

CleanTech Talent

Exeter

Hybrid

GBP 36,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work
Mentors & professional development
Health & wellbeing benefits
CIEEM chartership support
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Job summary

CleanTech Talent is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead exciting projects across environmental sectors. You will conduct ecological surveys, prepare reports, and advise on mitigation strategies, bringing strong field and regulatory knowledge.

The role offers flexible remote work with two days in the office, a supportive team, and opportunities to progress towards CIEEM chartership. You will collaborate with planners, GIS specialists, and clients to deliver high-quality outputs.

Qualifications

  • A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
  • Proven experience in ecological surveys and reporting.
  • Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead ecological surveys including protected species considerations.
  • Prepare EcIA and Biodiversity Net Gain reports.
  • Advise clients on ecological constraints and mitigation options.
  • Collaborate with landscape planning and arboriculture teams.
  • Support Environmental Impact Assessments and planning applications.
  • Liaise with clients, regulators and stakeholders for project delivery.
  • Contribute to fee proposals and tender documents.

Skills

Ecology
GIS
Report writing
Communication
Teamwork
Driving license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Tools

QGIS
Ecology field surveys

Job description

CleanTech Talent is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead exciting projects across environmental sectors. You will conduct ecological surveys, prepare reports, and advise on mitigation strategies, bringing strong field and regulatory knowledge.

The role offers flexible remote work with two days in the office, a supportive team, and opportunities to progress towards CIEEM chartership. You will collaborate with planners, GIS specialists, and clients to deliver high-quality outputs.

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