Senior Ecologist in York, North Yorkshire

Energy Jobline CVL; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consultancy in environmental services based in York seeks a Senior Ecologist. You will lead ecological assessments across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with UK wildlife legislation. The ideal candidate has a degree in Ecology and experience in ecological consultancy. The company offers a great bonus scheme, professional membership coverage, and supports career growth through mentorship and volunteering opportunities.

Benefits

Great bonus scheme

Covers cost of professional memberships

Mentoring programs

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Previous experience in ecological consultancy or a related field.
• Strong skills in ecological survey methods and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological assessments and habitat surveys.
• Conduct fieldwork, including protected species surveys.
• Prepare high-quality ecological reports and impact assessments.
• Act as the main client contact and provide expert advice.
• Support and mentor junior ecologists.

Skills

Ecological survey methods

Data analysis

Report writing

Communication

Interpersonal abilities

Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation

Ecological best practices

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Master's or PhD

Job description

Overview

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Senior Ecologist – York

We\'re on the lookout for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established consultancy based in York. You\'ll have the chance to work on a wide variety of projects - from local conservation initiatives to major infrastructure developments. The company offers a great bonus scheme, covers the cost of professional memberships, and supports career growth through mentoring programs and paid volunteering days.

What We\'re Looking For

• Previous experience working in ecological consultancy or a related field.
• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline - a Master\'s or PhD would be a bonus.
• Strong skills in ecological survey methods, data analysis, and report writing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Solid knowledge of UK wildlife legislation, planning policy, and ecological best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ecological assessments, habitat surveys, and impact studies across a range of projects.
• Conduct and supervise fieldwork, including protected species surveys, habitat evaluations, and ongoing ecological monitoring.
• Prepare high-quality ecological reports, impact assessments, and tailored mitigation strategies.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, offering expert advice and building strong, professional relationships.
• Support and guide junior ecologists, with opportunities to take on mentoring responsibilities.
• Ensure all project work complies with relevant environmental legislation, planning policies, and best practice standards.

Interested in this Senior Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy or any other roles, please do not hesitate to contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment

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