Consultant Ecologist

An opportunity is available for an Ecologist to join a growing environmental consultancy working across a varied portfolio of development and conservation projects around the South East. You will be supporting the growth of the Ecology team, working alongside engineers and environmentalists.

The company have a flexible working environment with a strong emphasis on professional development, practical field experience, and maintaining a sensible work-life balance.

Benefits include:

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Paid professional memberships and training

TOIL policy for seasonal survey work

Pension contribution

Generous annual leave allowance

Access to specialist equipment and survey training

Opportunities to progress within a growing team

The role will involve:

Protected species surveys and habitat assessments

Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and ecological reporting

Supporting projects through the planning process

Assisting with Biodiversity Net Gain assessments

Fieldwork both independently and alongside a small team

Seasonal survey work, including occasional early mornings or evening surveys

The position would suit someone with a solid grounding in UK ecology and survey work.

Experience with bat surveys, protected species licensing, or Biodiversity Net Gain would be beneficial, though support for further development and training is available.

If you'd like to hear more about the role, please contact Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment