Ecologist - South West England
Salary: £30,000–£35,000 DOE
Contract: Full-time, permanent
We are an independent, forward‑thinking ecological consultancy based in the South West, looking for a passionate and motivated Ecologist to join our growing team. You'll be working across a wide range of habitats, delivering high‑quality ecological surveys, reports, and advice to support clients in conservation‑minded and sustainable development projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out a range of ecological field surveys, including protected species and habitat assessments.
* Prepare clear, accurate ecological reports, including PEA, EcIA, mitigation plans, and survey write‑ups.
* Assist with project management, client liaison, and coordination of fieldwork.
* Contribute to the design and implementation of ecological mitigation and enhancement strategies.
* Maintain excellent standards of data collection, GIS mapping, and record keeping.
About You
* Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
* At least 1–2 years' consultancy experience (or strong equivalent experience).
* Good working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
* Competency in at least one protected species survey area (e.g., bats, dormice, reptiles, GCN).
* Strong written communication and report‑writing skills.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the South West.
Desirable (but not essential)
* Protected species licence(s).
* Experience using QGIS or similar GIS platforms.
* Membership or eligibility for CIEEM.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary of £30–35k DOE.
* Support for training, CPD, and gaining protected species licences.
* Opportunities to work on diverse, meaningful conservation‑led projects.
* Friendly, collaborative small‑team environment.
If you're an enthusiastic ecologist who wants to contribute to positive environmental outcomes and join a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply
Contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment
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