Position Details
Position: Consultant Ecologist
Location: Oxford
Salary: £26,000-£35,000 DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
About the Role
As a Consultant Ecologist, you will:
* Undertake ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting for a variety of infrastructure and development projects.
* Provide clear, practical ecological advice to support planning applications and environmental compliance.
* Work closely with clients, landowners, contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure ecological best practice.
* Support the design and delivery of mitigation and enhancement strategies that benefit both biodiversity and project outcomes.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
* Experience in ecological consultancy or environmental assessment.
* Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation, protected species, and habitat survey techniques.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
* A proactive, positive approach and the ability to manage tasks independently and collaboratively.
* Professional membership or working toward membership of CIEEM is advantageous but not essential. Protected species licences or survey experience (e.g., bats, GCN, reptiles) are also desirable.
What Our Client Offers
* Supportive, inclusive working environment
* Opportunities for career development and accreditation
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* The chance to contribute to meaningful, nationally significant projects
How to Apply
Please contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment.
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