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Ornithologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Posted 6 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Dorking, Surrey RH4 3JH, England

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The position of Ornithologist is available in Exeter with a salary range of £23,000 to £32,000 depending on experience.
  • The role involves leading ornithological surveys, data analysis, and preparing technical reports, along with mentoring colleagues and providing ecological advice.
  • Candidates should have a degree in Ecology or a related field, strong bird identification skills, and experience in ecological assessments.
  • A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience is preferred, along with a full UK driving license and familiarity with GIS software being advantageous.
  • The consultancy offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, flexible working arrangements, and various employee benefits.

Position: OrnithologistLocation: ExeterSalary: £23,000 - £32,000 (DOE)

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy specialising in areas such as masterplanning, urban design, landscape architecture, environmental assessments, ecology, arboriculture, and green infrastructure is seeking an Ornithologist to join their team in Exeter.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with annual bonuses
  • Retirement plan
  • 25 days of annual leave with the option to purchase additional holiday days
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • BUPA health and wellness cashback scheme
  • Employee well-being initiatives, including volunteer opportunities and social events
  • Various benefits and incentive programs
  • Strong focus on employee health and job satisfaction

Key Responsibilities:As an Ornithologist, you will collaborate closely with Ecologists, Landscape Architects, and Design Planners, with responsibilities including:

  • Leading and conducting ornithological surveys
  • Collecting and analysing data, performing desk-based research, and preparing technical reports
  • Experience in Ecological Impact Assessments and Shadow Habitats Regulations Assessments is a strong advantage
  • Supporting additional ecological surveys, such as those for water voles, otters, badgers, bats, and various habitats
  • Offering ecological and ornithological advice to clients, stakeholders, and project teams
  • Mentoring colleagues with an interest in ornithology, fostering their professional growth
  • Building and nurturing relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies

Requirements:

  • Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field
  • Strong bird identification skills and experience in ornithological survey techniques
  • Willingness to travel as required
  • Solid knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and bird conservation statuses
  • Proven report writing skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Familiarity with scientific data collection, analysis, and accurate data storage methods
  • CIEEM membership is desirable
  • Experience with GIS software is a plus
  • Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle

Interested?If you're interested in this or other Ecology roles, send your CV to Joe at or call . More vacancies are listed on our website. This is a permanent position, and Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.

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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.