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Senior Ecologist

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced ecologist to join a growing and dynamic team based in the East of England. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality ecological services on major development projects, supporting work from initial field surveys through to planning, mitigation, and implementation.

This organisation places strong emphasis on work-life balance and supports flexible working arrangements, including Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) for fieldwork commitments.

Benefits:

24-25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave
Company pension scheme
Share Incentive Scheme
Life assurance
Group income protection
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Health screening and dental care options
Cycle to Work scheme
Access to retail discounts via BenefitHub
Car allowance (role dependent)

Key Responsibilities:

Design and lead a range of protected species surveys for large-scale infrastructure and development projects across the East of England
Produce high-quality technical reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRAs), Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) reports, Landscape and Ecological Management Plans (LEMPs), and Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs)
Undertake Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, including habitat surveys, condition assessments, metric calculations, and reporting for planning submissions
Develop and deliver mitigation strategies, including securing protected species licences (e.g. bats, great crested newts, dormice, badgers, and water voles)
Contribute to tender preparation and fee proposals
Mentor and support junior team members, fostering professional growth and practical development

Candidate Requirements:

Strong proficiency in UK Habitat Classification and habitat condition assessment
Demonstrable experience in designing and delivering ecological surveys, with the ability to interpret findings for planning and mitigation
Experience in protected species licensing and Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) duties
A collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently when required
Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills
Full UK driving licence 

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply or contact Ashleigh Garner at Penguin Recruitment for a confidential discussion

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