Assistant/Consultant Ecologist - West Midlands, near Derby
£25,000 - £35,000 (Depending on Experience)
We're working with a well-established, independent environmental consultancy based near Derby. They're growing steadily and are now looking for an Upper Assistant/Consultant Ecologist to join the team.
You'll be working alongside around 40-50 colleagues, including specialists in ecology, arboriculture, archaeology, landscape architecture and construction. It's a collaborative, hands-on team where you'll be supported to do quality work - not rushed through checklists.
This isn't a large corporate. Decisions are made quickly. Good ideas are taken seriously. And your progression isn't tied up in red tape.
What the role involves:
Carrying out ecological surveys and assessments
Writing reports (PEAs, PRAs, UKHab, BNG, etc.)
Visiting sites, liaising with clients, and supporting senior ecologists
Contributing to project delivery in a way that genuinely values ecological outcomes
What you'll need:
A degree in a relevant subject
Some consultancy experience - the more, the better
A full, clean UK driving licence
Helpful, but not essential:
Bird ID or wider ornithological skills
One or more protected species licences
What's on offer:
£25,000 - £35,000 salary (DOE)
Paid overtime
Company iPhone and laptop
Use of company vehicles for site visi...