Senior Ecologist (Hybrid) - Biodiversity & BNG Expert

ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD; East Leake; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential Employment Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Ecologist for a hybrid role paying £45.43 per hour (ref OR117995). The position is on a temporary basis with full-time hours.

You will conduct ecological surveys, PEAs, biodiversity assessments, and compile reports while liaising with planners and stakeholders. GIS analysis and site inspections are key, with responsibilities spanning compliance and BNG delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting ecological surveys and habitat assessments.
• Ability to prepare Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and protected species surveys.
• Strong understanding of ecological constraints and development impacts.
• Proven report writing and data management skills.
• Familiarity with GIS analysis and mapping tools.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological surveys, habitat assessments, and site inspections.
• Conduct PEAs, habitat surveys, and protected species surveys.
• Assess ecological constraints, risks, and opportunities for proposals.
• Prepare high-quality ecological reports, impact assessments, and management plans.
• Deliver Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and support creation/enhancement initiatives.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Habitat assessments

PEAs

Tools

GIS

Job description

Essential Employment Ltd in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Ecologist for a hybrid role paying £45.43 per hour (ref OR117995). The position is on a temporary basis with full-time hours.

You will conduct ecological surveys, PEAs, biodiversity assessments, and compile reports while liaising with planners and stakeholders. GIS analysis and site inspections are key, with responsibilities spanning compliance and BNG delivery.