About the role
Looking for More Variety, Responsibility and a Supportive Team?
Ocean to Earth Recruitment is working with an established, independent environmental consultancy seeking a Senior or Principal Ecologist to join its growing team in Winchester or Worthing.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Ecologist looking for greater autonomy, interesting projects and the chance to work alongside landscape architects, planners and arboricultural specialists.
Our client offers a friendly, collaborative working environment where ecological expertise plays an important role in shaping development projects, habitat creation and biodiversity improvements.
The Opportunity
You will take a leading role in delivering ecological projects across residential development, education, green infrastructure and public realm schemes.
Responsibilities include:
Leading ecological surveys, assessments and technical reporting.
Preparing and reviewing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs).
Undertaking Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and UKHab surveys.
Preparing ecological mitigation strategies and protected species licence applications.
Managing projects and providing technical advice to clients.
Working collaboratively with landscape architects and environmental specialists.
Mentoring junior ecologists and supporting team development.
At Principal level, providing technical leadership and contributing to the growth of the ecology team.
About You
We would welcome applications from experienced Senior Ecologists and established Principal Ecologists with:
Strong UK ecological consultancy experience.
Full or eligible membership of CIEEM.
At least one protected species licence, ideally bats or hazel dormice.
Strong botanical identification skills.
Experience delivering PEAs, EcIAs, BNG assessments and UKHab surveys.
Excellent report-writing, project management and client communication skills.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Experience with European Protected Species mitigation licences would be advantageous.
What's on Offer?
Salary of £35,000 to £48,000, depending on experience.
Flexible hybrid working.
24 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
Enhanced company pension scheme.
Salary sacrifice electric car scheme.
Cycle to Work Scheme.
Ongoing professional development and CPD.
Regular team social events.
Genuine opportunities for career progression and increased responsibility.
Why Consider This Role?
If you are looking for a smaller, less corporate consultancy where your contribution is valued and you can influence projects from an early stage, this could be an excellent next step.
You will enjoy the variety of working across ecology, landscape design and planning, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise, client relationships and leadership skills.
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At Ocean to Earth Recruitment, we specialise in connecting environmental professionals with opportunities that align with their experience, ambitions and values.