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Senior or Principal Ecologist

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Senior / Principal Ecologist
Location: Haywards Heath or Portsmouth
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

Our client delivers a wide range of environmental and engineering projects, with a strong focus on nature-based solutions, climate resilience and sustainable development. Their work spans habitat creation, river restoration, natural flood management and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), supporting clients across the public, private and third sectors.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering meaningful environmental outcomes while working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of ecological projects, taking responsibility for both delivery and client engagement.

Working closely with engineers, geomorphologists, planners and other specialists, you will contribute to the design and implementation of practical, evidence-led solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading ecological surveys, assessments and mitigation strategies 
Delivering Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and advising on habitat creation 
Managing projects to meet programme, budget and quality expectations 
Producing high-quality reports including PEAs, EcIAs and HRAs 
Supporting and mentoring junior team members 
Contributing to business development, including bids and client engagement 
Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated project outcomes 

Candidate Requirements

Advance TRS is seeking candidates with strong consultancy experience and a proactive, collaborative approach. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Solid experience in ecological consultancy, including project management and client-facing work 
Strong field skills across habitats and protected species (licences desirable) 
Experience delivering BNG assessments and applying biodiversity metrics 
Good understanding of UK environmental legislation and planning policy 
Ability to produce clear, accurate technical reports in line with industry standards 
Confident communication skills with clients, regulators and internal teams 

Qualifications & Memberships

Degree in Ecology or a related discipline 
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. working towards or holding Chartered status) 
Full UK driving licence 

Desirable Experience

Experience in river restoration, natural flood management or water-based environments 
Knowledge of the Water Framework Directive (WFD) 
Experience as an Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) 
GIS capability and spatial data analysis 
Experience working on large or complex infrastructure or environmental projects 

Working Arrangements

This role offers flexibility, with a mix of office, home and site-based working. Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Why Apply?

Opportunity to work on environmentally focused, purpose-driven projects 
Collaborative and supportive team environment 
Clear opportunities for career development and progression 
Flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

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