Senior Ecologist
Senior Ecologist
40,000 - 50,000
Bristol
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Senior Ecologist to join a growing, independent environmental consultancy through a specialist recruitment partner. The company has built an excellent reputation for delivering practical, planning-focused ecological advice, protected species surveys, biodiversity net gain assessments and ecological support for a wide range of development projects. Known for its collaborative approach and commitment to quality, the business offers an excellent environment for career progression.
As a Senior Ecologist, you will lead ecological surveys, prepare high-quality technical reports, manage projects from inception to completion, provide expert advice to clients, mentor junior team members and support the delivery of ecological solutions across diverse developments. The successful Senior Ecologist will be based in Bristol, with opportunities to work on varied and rewarding projects throughout the region.
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working arrangements
- Ongoing CPD and professional development
- Support towards protected species licences and career progression
- Varied and interesting project portfolio
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities
Requirements:
- Experience working as a Senior Ecologist or within ecological consultancy
- Strong knowledge of UK ecology, protected species and planning legislation
- Excellent report writing and project management skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Full right to work in the UK
- Living in or within a commutable distance of the Bristol office
- CIEEM membership or working towards chartership is desirable
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.