Ecologist - Botany

Job Description

Ecologist (Botany Specialist) - Flexible

Working Location: Exeter, Devon | Salary: Competitive

Are you a passionate botanist looking to develop your career in a flexible and supportive environment? This is an opportunity to join an independent consultancy working on a wide range of projects across the Southwest, from small-scale developments to large habitat restoration initiatives.

As part of an expert team, you will contribute to high-quality ecological services, focusing on botanical surveys, habitat assessments, and biodiversity enhancement. The role offers variety, professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on conservation and ecological best practices.

Requirements:

1. Strong botanical skills with experience in UK Habitat Classification, biodiversity condition assessments, and protected species surveys.
2. Proficiency in QGIS and FISC Level 4 or higher (desirable).

Benefits:

1. Flexible working hours.
2. Access to company electric vehicles.
3. Generous training budget and internal training sessions.
4. 24 days' annual leave plus additional days over Christmas.
5. TOIL policy and workplace pension.
6. Payment of professional memberships and licence fees.

Essential Requirements:

1. Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
2. Full Right to Work in the UK.
3. Botany experience within ecological consultancy.

Interested? Send your CV to [email] or call [phone number removed] for more details. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy.