Job Summary
We are looking for a Bat Ecologist or Senior Bat Ecologist to join the growing team at Cornwall Environmental Consultants (CEC). In this role you will work across the South West on a range of projects, from barn conversions to major infrastructure, while knowing that 100 % of our profits are reinvested into the team and gifted to Cornwall Wildlife Trust to protect and enhance nature for future generations.
Benefits
* Salary range £28,000‑35,000 depending on experience plus company profit share scheme.
* Hybrid working and flexible hours – full‑time or part‑time applications welcome.
* Location: Cornwall Wildlife Trust HQ, Five Acres, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 9DJ – you will need to be within reach of sites.
* Full‑time, contract type permanent.
* Hybrid and flexible working to support work‑life balance.
Responsibilities
* Lead and deliver bat surveys, assessments, and mitigation designs.
* Apply for bat mitigation licences and ensure projects meet the highest technical standards.
* Manage projects, budgets, and client communications.
* Produce clear, professional reports.
* Mentor and support junior ecologists.
* Contribute to bids, tenders, and promote CEC’s services and profile.
Qualifications
* Experience delivering bat surveys and mitigation, ideally with a bat licence and ability to apply for mitigation licences.
* Excellent report‑writing and project‑management skills.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* Commitment to quality, professionalism, and a positive team culture.
* Flexibility to work some evenings and travel across Cornwall (and occasionally Devon and Dorset) for site work.
The Practical Bits
Hours: Core hours are 8.30 – 4.30, Monday to Friday (with evening survey work in season).
Location: Hybrid working available – you will need to be within reach of sites.
Contract: Permanent, full‑time or part‑time.
Application
If you are a bat ecologist who wants a career that balances professional challenge with lifestyle, gives back to nature, and invests in its team, we would love to hear from you.
Send your CV and a short cover note to LNKD1_UKTJ.
Closing Date
Sunday 16 November 2025
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