Job Title: Ecologist
Location: Nottingham
Salary: GBP 30,000 : GBP 37,000
Permanent, full time with flexible and hybrid working options available
The Role
I am currently on the lookout for an enthusiastic and experienced Ecologist with a strong background in botany and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join a friendly team in Nottingham. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, helping to deliver high:quality ecological advice and measurable biodiversity outcomes across the East Midlands.
Requirements
3+ years consultancy experience
Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Conservation
Experienced in protected species surveys e.g Bat, GCN etc
Good knowledge of UKHat and relevant ecological legislation and planning policy
Strong botanical identification skills
A full UK driving license
FISC accreditation (desirable but not necessary)
Key Responsibilities
Undertaking habitat surveys and botanical assessments
Leading and supporting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and reporting
Calculating biodiversity units using the statutory biodiversity metric
Delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)and ecological impact assessments
Supporting habitat creation, restoration and enhancement design
Project management
This role comes with:
Flexible and hybrid working options
Enhanced pension scheme
Payment of professional memberships
Ecologist:designed TOIL scheme
Company:paid healthcare scheme
Tailored career development plan