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Principal Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Posted 12 hours ago, valid for 6 days

Petersfield, Hampshire GU32 3QD, England

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Principal Ecologist position is located in Petersfield, Hampshire with a salary of circa £50,000.
The role requires extensive experience within ecological consultancy, particularly with UK protected species and relevant legislation.
As a Principal Ecologist, you will manage ecological services, conduct site surveys, and assist in assessments for various projects.
The company offers a hybrid working environment, competitive benefits including 20 days leave plus bank holidays, and opportunities for growth.
Candidates must possess a Protected Species Licence, project management experience, and a full UK driving licence.

Job Title: Principal EcologistLocation: Petersfield, Hampshire

Salary: Circa £50,000

Join a rapidly expanding, family-run contractor and consultancy that specialises in providing services within the rail, forestry, and environmental sectors. This fast-growing company is expanding its in-house environmental team and looking for a PrincipalEcologist to help drive their success.

In this full-time, permanent role, you will manage and oversee ecological services across a range of exciting projects. You will manage Ecological Site Surveys, produce Preliminary Ecological Assessments, and assist in Ecological Impact and Habitat Regulation Assessments. Additionally, you'll lead and assist in Protected Species Surveys and play an active role in data analysis, report writing, and designing mitigation measures.

Principal Ecologist Benefits:

Competitive Salary
Growth Opportunities
20 days leave + bank holidays, full PPE
Flexible Working: Hybrid office and site work with WFH options
Exciting Projects: Be part of the ongoing national expansion
Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Principal Ecologist Requirements:

Extensive experience within Ecological consultancy
Protected Species Licence(s)
Extensive knowledge of and experience working with UK protected species and relevant legislation
Full UK driving licence
Project management experience

If you are interested in this or other opportunities in Ecology, please feel free to send your CV to Joe at or contact . We have numerous additional vacancies listed on our website. This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this role.

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