Login to Apply

Lead Ecologist/Senior Ecologist – Hybrid working

£30,000-£55,000 (DOE) + Benefits including additional training, company bonus and vehicle access.

Established a decade ago, our client specialises in projects across South-East England, delivering expert ecological solutions.

To continue delivering key projects in the region they are looking for an experienced Lead Ecologist/ Senior Ecologist with strong project management skills, including confidence in client liaison, quote and tender production, and budget management.

Key duties for the Lead Ecologist / Senior Ecologist will include:

* Overseeing regional ecological projects from inception to completion.

* Organising and conducting ecological surveys, with 1-2 days on-site and 2 days remote working.

* Producing reports on protected species licences, legislation, planning policy, ecological conditions, and site recommendations.

* Managing ecological projects, planning processes, and leading teams (once established).

* Developing bio-diversity plans and sustainable development projects.

* Working towards chartered status to advance in the ecology field.

To apply the Lead Ecologist / Senior Ecologist will require the following background:

* Hold a Degree, and/or Masters in an ecology related discipline.

* Have a track record working projects from inception through to completion acting as a mentor to junior staff.

* Be confident liaising with clients face to face offering expert guidance.

* Be chartered or be keen to work towards this level.

* Hold a full driving license

In return the Lead Ecologist / Senior Ecologist will receive additional training, an exciting career path to enhance their reputation in the market and a flexible working environment with opportunities for remote working to maintain a healthy work/life balance.

For more information, please email Nick Lewis with an up-to-date version of your CV.

Keywords - Ecological Impact Assessment (EIA), Environmental Consultancy, Habitat Restoration, Sustainability, Protected Species Surveys, Ecological Surveys, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), Ecological Mitigation, Botanical ID, Habitat ID, Invasive Species, Wetland Ecology, Woodland Management, Ecological Compliance

Commutable Locations – Winchester, Southampton, Portsmouth, Basingstoke, Reading, Newbury, Chichester, Salisbury, Guildford, Hampshire, Berkshire