Ecologist

Job Title:

Ecologist

Location:

Worcester

Salary: £30,000 - £37,000

Permanent, full time – with flexible and hybrid working options available

The Role

I am currently on the lookout for an enthusiastic and experienced Ecologist with a strong background in botany and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join a friendly team in Worcester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, helping to deliver high-quality ecological advice and measurable biodiversity outcomes across the West Midlands.

Requirements

* 3+ years consultancy experience

* Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Conservation

* Experienced in protected species surveys e.g Bat, GCN etc

* Good knowledge of UKHat and relevant ecological legislation and planning policy

* Strong botanical identification skills

* A full UK driving license

* FISC accreditation (desirable but not necessary)

Key Responsibilities

* Undertaking habitat surveys and botanical assessments

* Leading and supporting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and reporting

* Calculating biodiversity units using the statutory biodiversity metric

* Delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs) and ecological impact assessments

* Supporting habitat creation, restoration and enhancement design

* Project management

This role comes with:

* Flexible and hybrid working options

* Enhanced pension scheme

* Payment of professional memberships

* Ecologist-designed TOIL scheme

* Company-paid healthcare scheme

* Tailored career development plan