Job Title: Senior Ecologist
Ref. No.: CJD150925E
Location: Brighton
Salary: GBP30,000 : GBP37,000
This is an exciting opportunity to join my client, an eco:conscious, innovative Ecological and Environmental Planning Consultancy, lending their expertise to a diverse range of projects across the public and private sectors. They are on the lookout for a capable, experienced Senior Ecologist, willing to take on a number of challenging projects alongside a growing team of professionals, based near the vibrant, diverse, cultural city of Brighton and Hove.
Benefits for the role of Senior Ecologist include (but are not limited to):
* A competitive basic salary plus benefits package
* Access to a contributory pension scheme
* Generous annual leave entitlement (as well as your Birthday off)
* Private medical insurance
* Opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), including CIEEM Membership
* Career progression opportunities
* Access to a number of important, high:profile projects
Responsibilities for the role of Senior Ecologist include:
* Liaising with a range of clients across the public and private sectors, regarding all aspects of project delivery
* Ensuring projects are delivered within budget and on time, to the highest possible standards
* Producing the highest quality technical reports and assessments, as well as overseeing, reviewing, and amending content produced by colleagues
* Mentoring colleagues and providing them with technical guidance and support
Required skills and experience for the role of Senior Ecologist include:
* A Bachelors Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Ecology (or similar, relevant discipline)
* Member of/Chartership within the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM), or similar professional institute
* Extensive experience of conducting a range of ecological surveys, including Habitat Surveys and Protected Species Surveys, utilising field data to influence and author reports and assessments
* Demonstrable experience in producing Phase 1 Reports, Preliminary Ecology Appraisals (PEA), Protected Species Surveys Reports, Ecological Mitigation and Enhancement Plans, etc.
* Hold Protected Species Survey Licences for at least two species/groups (e.g., bats, Great Crested Newts, barn owls, etc.)
* Outstanding communication (written and verbal) communication and interpersonal skills
* Experience of liaising and engaging with clients and other stakeholders
* An understanding of GIS software and its applications
* Hold a valid UK driving licence, with a willingness to travel to a variety of sites, as and when required (with the possibility of staying away from home for periods of time)0
Desirable skills and experience for the role of Senior Ecologist include:
* A Higher Degree (e.g., MSc, Ph.D., etc.) in a relevant subject
* Experience of having drafted applications for European Protected Species Mitigation (EPSM) Licences, and having successfully obtained these
* Working knowledge of drafting Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIA) and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA)
* Good working knowledge of ArcGIS
* Prior experience of Business Development within the ecological sector, such as preparing bids and tenders, etc.
If you are interested in the role of Senior Ecologist, please do not hesitate to contact the Ecology Team at Penguin Recruitment. Please also see our website for a range of other roles currently available. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a recruitment agency in respect to this vacancy.