Ecologist / Senior Ecologist

Office-based
£30,000 – £40,000 DOE
Full-time, permanent

Overview

Ecologic Consultant Ecologists LLP is an ecological and arboricultural consultancy based in Exeter, Devon. We work on a range of projects across the southwest from small-scale householder projects such as loft conversions through to landscape recovery projects focused on habitat creation and enhancement. We are seeking to expand our experienced team with an experienced Ecologist or Senior Ecologist. This is a permanent, full-time position combining office-based and field-based work.

The Role

The role will be varied and will include the following responsibilities:

• Undertaking PEAs using the UK Habitat Classification System & Biodiversity Condition Assessments
• Undertaking protected species surveys
• GIS mapping
• Report writing
• Ecological Clerk of Works
• Managing projects

Criteria

• At least two years’ experience of working in an ecological consultancy
• Protected species licence/s
• Knowledge of wildlife policy and legislation
• Strong report writing skills
• Proficiency in QGIS
• Effective communicator
• Enthusiasm for sharing knowledge
• Organised and able to prioritise workloads
• Educated to degree level (minimum BSc)
• A full driving licence and access to your own transport
• Have or are working towards CIEEM membership

Benefits

Ecologic are dedicated to supporting your ongoing progression and are pleased to offer a competitive salary and the following benefits:

• Workplace pension scheme
• Use of company electric vehicles
• Payment of professional memberships & class licence fees
• Flexible working hours
• 24 days annual leave with additional days over the Christmas period
• Internal training sessions
• Generous external training budget
• TOIL policy
• Team social events

Ecologic is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and want our company to be one in which every employee feels respected and able to give their best. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities upon request.