Senior Ecologist

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Ethos Environmental Planning Ltd is part of the Celnor Group, a network of specialist environmental, testing, inspection, and risk‑management businesses committed to protecting people, places, and the planet. Being part of Celnor provides access to shared tools, development pathways, and group‑wide opportunities, while retaining the expertise and identity that makes Ethos a trusted ecological consultancy.

Department: Field Team

Location: Bath

Compensation: £32,000 – £39,000 / year

• Surveys & Fieldwork
  • Lead UK Habitat surveys and condition assessments
  • Lead protected species surveys (e.g., great crested newts, bats, reptiles, dormouse, birds)
  • Deliver ecological supervision including watching briefs, toolbox talks, and Ecological Clerk of Works duties
• Ecological Assessment
  • GIS mapping of habitats and ecological features
  • Conduct Biodiversity Net Gain assessments using DEFRA Metric and other similar metrics (including BREEAM, Habitat Regulations)
  • Prepare survey reports, Environmental Statement chapters, licence applications, management plans, mitigation strategies, and other documents
  • Analyse and interpret ecological data in detail
  • Assess development impacts and develop mitigation recommendations and monitoring schemes
  • Apply current ecological policy, legislation, and guidance
  • Undertake quality assurance of reports
• Project Management
  • Manage a range of projects, including more complex survey programmes
  • Lead communication with clients and stakeholders
  • Attend project meetings and provide ecological advice
  • Consult with statutory and non‑statutory consultees
  • Prepare quotes, invoices, and manage project budgets

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as an ecologist (including experience undertaking most of the aforementioned tasks)
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience
• Associate membership of CIEEM (or equivalent)
• Strong fieldwork and species s
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead and work collaboratively within teams
• Enthusiasm and initiative for learning
• Ability to manage your own time and workload independently
• Hold a UK driving licence

• Lead projects and practice in a senior, influential role
• Work as part of a growing and respected consultancy
• Access to group‑wide learning programmes, career development, and networks
• Contribute to projects that make a real environmental impact
• 25 days leave (pro rata)
• Ethos offers a discretionary 9‑day fortnight where staff receive every other Friday off
• Staff support/mentoring
• Flexible working hours are available, including working at home, to be agreed with the Managing Director
• TOIL and overtime
• We will provide a minimum of 4 days formal training per year (minimum 2 days external)
• Work related expenses paid, including mileage at 0.45p
• Statutory Sick Pay and Maternity leave will apply in line with the most recent government guidance
• A contributory pension scheme is available to employees where up to 4% of salary can be paid in by employees which is matched as a salary addition by the employer

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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