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Senior Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 7GY, England

Salary

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Senior Ecologist position in Crawley offers an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their ecological careers with a dedicated team.
  • Candidates should have experience in ecological consultancy or a related field, along with a degree in Ecology or Environmental Science; a master's or PhD is preferred.
  • The role involves leading ecological assessments, conducting field surveys, and preparing detailed reports while ensuring compliance with legislation.
  • Excellent communication skills and knowledge of UK wildlife legislation are essential for success in this position.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and the company provides a bonus scheme, paid professional membership fees, and opportunities for career progression.

Senior Ecologist - Crawley

If you're ready to take the next step in your ecological career and work with a passionate team based near Crawley, we'd love to hear from you!

You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects from local conservation, to large-scale infrastructure developments. This role offers a supportive work environment, with opportunities for career development and progression.

Key Responsibilities;

  • To lead and manage ecological assessments, habitat surveys, and impact studies for various projects.
  • To conduct and oversee field surveys, including protected species surveys, habitat assessments, and ecological monitoring.
  • Wrepare detailed ecological reports, impact assessments, and mitigation strategies.
  • Client Liaison: Build and maintain relationships with clients, providing expert advice and guidance on ecological issues.
  • Assisting with supporting junior ecologists with the option to mentor
  • Ensure projects comply with relevant legislation, planning policies, and environmental standards.
What We're Looking For;
  • Experience within an ecological consultancy or a related field.
  • A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline. A master's degree or PhD is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in ecological survey techniques, data analysis, and report writing. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A strong understanding of UK wildlife legislation, planning regulations, and best practices in ecological management.

The company offer an excellent bonus scheme, paid professional membership fees as well as having an employee mentoring scheme and paid volunteering days.

Interested in this Senior Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy or any other roles, please do not hesitate to contact Ashleigh Garner on or send your CV to

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.