Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist

27,000 - 34,000

Bristol

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Ecologist to join an established, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy specialising in ecology, arboriculture, landscape architecture and natural capital. The company has over 30 years of experience and is a CIEEM Registered Practice, delivering practical, evidence-led solutions across development and land management projects.

As an Assistant Ecologist, you will work across a varied project portfolio, undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, supporting planning applications and contributing to Biodiversity Net Gain, protected species work, ecological mitigation and habitat enhancement. You will also collaborate with arboriculturalists, landscape architects and wider project teams.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible/hybrid working
• Training, CPD and professional development
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to varied and high-profile projects
• Collaborative multi-disciplinary environment

Requirements:

• Relevant degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline
• Consultancy experience with ecological surveys and reporting
• Good understanding of UK ecology, protected species and relevant legislation
• Experience with PEA, EcIA and/or BNG desirable
• Strong report-writing and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or within a commutable distance of the Bristol office
• Willingness to travel for site work

If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on (url removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.