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Senior Ecologist - East Midlands
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, dependent on experienceContract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)Location: Castle Donington, East Midlands
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Ecologist to join an innovative consultancy that champions sustainable practices and forward-thinking solutions. This is your opportunity to work on high-profile ecological projects and work alongside a talented team within a supportive, growth-driven environment.
Benefits of the Senior Ecologist Role:
- Sustainable Work-Life Balance: Customise your work arrangements with flexible hours and remote working options.
- Flexible working options.
- Performance Bonuses: Annual bonuses that recognise and reward your contributions.
- Fully Funded Professional Memberships: Fees covered for memberships and necessary licences.
- Employee Well-being Focus: Be part of a workplace that prioritises your health and work-life harmony.
- First class training
The Role:
- Lead on diverse ecological projects from initial concept to final delivery.
- Team Development: Mentor junior ecologists, sharing your knowledge to help them thrive.
- Field Surveys: Carry out site assessments with precision, ensuring the highest quality of data.
- Report Quality Control: Oversee and carry out the production of top-tier reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments.
- Client Liaison: Guide clients through each stage of their projects.
- Aid in securing new projects, contributing to proposals and tenders.
- Strategic Expansion: Work with leadership to broaden the scope of ecological services offered.
What You Bring:
- Experience: Extensive experience in Ecology or a related discipline.
- Educational Background: A degree in Ecology or a related field.
- Technical Knowledge: Expertise in Biodiversity Net Gain and Ecological Impact Assessments.
- Professional Affiliation: Membership of a relevant body (e.g., CIEEM) or commitment to apply.
- Specialist Skills: Experience with UKHab surveys or protected species licences is an advantage.
- Driver's Licence: Full UK driving licence required.
- Right to Work: Eligibility to work in the UK is essential.
Interested in this exciting opportunity or others within the ecology sector? Send your CV to Joe at or call for more information.Explore more vacancies on our website.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position.
