Consultant Ecologist | Hybrid, Flexible Hours & Growth

Energy Jobline CVL; Kent (OH); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Pension scheme

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Bakerwell is seeking a motivated Consultant Ecologist to join its Kent team. The role offers a varied portfolio across residential, commercial and public sector developments and provides opportunities to develop skills in PEAs, EcIAs, protected species surveys and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).

The successful candidate will work with experienced ecological professionals, liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams, with hybrid working and ongoing professional development supported by the

Qualifications

• Experience working within an ecological consultancy
• Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies
• Experience undertaking PEAs, EcIAs, protected species surveys, or BNG assessments
• Strong technical report-writing and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or within a commutable distance of Kent

Responsibilities

• Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs)
• Conducting protected species surveys and habitat assessments
• Contributing to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and reports
• Preparing accurate technical reports, survey documentation, and ecological assessments
• Liaising with clients, developers, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Supporting the delivery of ecological solutions across a range of projects
• Ensuring survey work and reporting comply with relevant ecological legislation and guidance

Skills

PEAs and EcIAs experience

Protected species surveys

Technical report writing

Team collaboration

Driving licence (UK)

Job description

Bakerwell is seeking a motivated Consultant Ecologist to join its Kent team. The role offers a varied portfolio across residential, commercial and public sector developments and provides opportunities to develop skills in PEAs, EcIAs, protected species surveys and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG).

The successful candidate will work with experienced ecological professionals, liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams, with hybrid working and ongoing professional development supported by the