Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist

(or Principal Ecologist)

Location: Hennock, Devon
Salary: £33,000 - £50,000 DOE
Benefits: Hybrid Working + Flexible Hours + TOIL + Progression + Generous Holiday Package + Professional Development

We are working with a respected and growing UK consultancy that is looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Ecologist to join their Hennock, Devon team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecology consultant who is looking for a role with genuine progression, a varied project portfolio and the chance to take on more technical, project management and client-facing responsibility.

The company works across a wide range of ecology, planning, infrastructure, development and environmental projects, offering strong technical support, flexible working and a positive team culture.

The Role:

As a Senior / Principal Ecologist, you will be involved in the delivery of a broad range of ecological projects across Devon and the South West.

Your responsibilities will include:

Managing and delivering ecology projects from inception through to completion across Devon and the South West
Undertaking and coordinating protected species and habitat surveys
Preparing and reviewing technical reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, protected species reports and mitigation strategies
Supporting clients through the planning and development process throughout Devon and the South West
Managing project budgets, deadlines and workloads
Liaising with clients, stakeholders, contractors and internal teams
Supporting junior members of the ecology team through mentoring and technical guidance
Providing input into BNG, UKHab surveys, habitat assessments and ecological mitigation
Assisting with business development and work-winning where appropriate

Ideal Candidate:

Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology or a related subject
Strong experience within a UK ecology consultancy
Experience managing ecology projects, budgets and deadlines
Confident producing and/or reviewing technical ecology reports
Good knowledge of UK protected species legislation and the planning system
Experience with PEAs, EcIAs, protected species surveys and mitigation
BNG, UKHab and habitat condition assessment experience would be beneficial
Protected species licences, such as bat or GCN, would be desirable but are not essential
CIEEM membership, or working towards this, would be advantageous
Full UK driving licence

This role would suit an experienced Senior Ecologist looking to progress, or an established Principal Ecologist seeking a new opportunity with a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.

Benefits:

Competitive salary of £38,000 - £55,000 DOE
Hybrid working
Flexible working hours
TOIL
Generous holiday package
Pension scheme
Ongoing professional development
Clear progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Varied and high-quality project work

If you are interested in this Senior / Principal Ecologist position, please APPLY NOW or contact Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment for a confidential chat.