Southampton
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
24/09/2024
15/10/2024
Ecologist (Project Management Experience)
Salary £27,000 - £32,000
Hampshire
We are currently seeking an Ecologist to join a leading Ecological consultancy based in rural Hampshire. This is a great opportunity for an individual passionate about ecology, who is looking to grow their career in a friendly, collaborative environment, in a company who will support you to get to where you want to be.
You'll be working as part of a supportive team of experienced ecologists, providing expert advice and implementing a variety of survey and mitigation strategies across a wide range of projects. You'll have the chance to make a real impact, ensuring that both development and conservation goals are achieved successfully.
Ecologist Requirements:
* A degree in Ecology or similar relevant subject
* Experience conducting protected species and habitat surveys
* Strong project management skills, particularly in small to medium-sized projects
* Excellent report writing skills - PEA, EIA and BNG reports
* Protected Species Licence(s)
* Understanding of UK and European Ecological legislation
* IT Proficiency
* Full UK driving licence.
* The right to work in the UK
* QGIS Experience
* CIEEM Membership
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Private GP appointments for employees and their family.
* First-class training with a generous training budget
* Employee assistance program for wellness and life support.
* Enhanced pay rates for evening bat surveys (time and a half).
* Flexible working hours
* Home working options.
* Company-provided laptop and phone.
* Paid CIEEM membership and species licence fees.
* A relaxed, rural office setting with free parking and gardens.
* Regular social events and charity days.
* Overtime pay/TOIL options.
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
* Additional leave for birthdays and long service milestones.
Explore more ecology opportunities on our website. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this permanent role.