Are you passionate about ecology and looking to develop your career within a supportive, forward-thinking environment? We’re seeking a dedicated Ecologist to join our growing team in Exeter, contributing to a wide range of exciting and meaningful projects across the South West and beyond. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy team, delivering ecological surveys, assessments, and mitigation strategies for a variety of developments. You’ll play a key role in helping clients achieve sustainable outcomes while protecting and enhancing biodiversity.
Benefits
* Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
* Generous annual leave entitlement plus additional holiday purchase options
* Paid professional memberships and support for continued professional development (CPD)
* Structured mentoring and training opportunities to help you progress your career
* Company pension scheme and life assurance
* Access to wellbeing initiatives and a friendly, collaborative team culture
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake and lead ecological surveys (including habitat and protected species surveys)
* Prepare clear, accurate ecological reports and impact assessments
* Support the design and implementation of mitigation and enhancement measures
* Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to deliver high-quality outcomes
* Contribute to biodiversity net gain and nature recovery initiatives
About You
* Degree in ecology or a related environmental discipline
* Strong field survey skills and experience in UK habitats and protected species work
* Membership (or working towards membership) of CIEEM
* Understanding of relevant UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work
For more information contact – James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
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