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Ecologist
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: South West
Expire in: a month
Job Description
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
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