Senior Ecologist – Didcot, Oxfordshire

We are looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our well-established and friendly Oxfordshire team, and one of the most successful independent ecological consultancies in the UK.

You will take responsibility for complex, high-profile and ecologically interesting projects. We will work with you to develop your skills in all aspects of ecology and consultancy work through mentoring, a structured review process and tailored training programme.

We are particularly looking for more experienced candidates including strong project managers and those with specialist interest in bats (including tree climbers), badgers, water vole, holders of mitigation licences, and botanists.

We have recently moved office location to Milton Park, Didcot. Located just off the A34, and with excellent public transport links, Milton Park is a dedicated science, technology and business park with a large number of amenities including cafes, gym & swimming pool, nursery, pharmacy, urban gardens and a programme of community events throughout the year.

In addition to a competitive salary and 25 days (excluding bank holidays) annual leave, we offer benefits that include private healthcare, company-funded social events, long service rewards and health and wellbeing benefits.

Why work for BSG Ecology?

• We are a 100% employee-owned company. We have taken the positive step to employee-ownership to help us to ensure that the company remains independent for the long-term and that the interests and values of the business are maintained for the benefit of current and future employees.
• We are a multi-award winning, highly respected, industry leading consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability amongst our clients and fellow professionals. We are proud to be Ecologist owned and Ecologist led.
• All our ecologists have the opportunity to work on projects across a wide range of sectors including heritage, renewable energy, residential, leisure and minerals and with a diverse range of clients.
• We are committed to investing in training and career development. We have a structured programme of internal training for new starters that is complemented by additional external training and mentoring.
• Health and safety and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do. We recognise the importance of maintaining a good work life balance. We do this through careful resourcing of work, the implementation of robust TOIL policies and flexible working arrangements.
• We have sophisticated cloud-based project management and tailored GIS systems, allowing us to work across offices and remotely.

What We Are Looking For

You will have:

• Relevant professional ecological experience (ideally including at least three years full-time experience working in ecological consultancy)
• A broad ecological skill-set and, ideally, one or more protected species licences
• Knowledge and understanding of the planning system and current and evolving wildlife policy and legislation
• Confidence in written and verbal communication
• Effective project management and client liaison skills
• The ability to identify, understand, and resolve ecological issues
• Enthusiasm for ecology and the environment in the UK
• The desire to promote high professional standards in ecology
• An organised approach to work, flexibility and a high level of motivation
• A good BSc and / or MSc in a relevant subject
• A full driving licence and access to your own transport