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Principal Ecologist

TN United Kingdom

Exeter

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 70,000

4 days ago

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An innovative and world-leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Principal Ecologist to join their dynamic team. This hybrid role based in Exeter involves overseeing infrastructure projects while collaborating with diverse teams across the Southwest and Wales. The successful candidate will utilize their extensive ecological expertise to conduct field surveys, analyze data, and provide guidance on ecological mitigation efforts. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact on ecological projects while enjoying a competitive benefits package. If you are passionate about ecology and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is for you.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance (4x salary)

Tax-free defined contribution pension

First-class training and development opportunities

Extensive experience in ecology with a focus on field surveys.
Strong background in botany and ecological data analysis.

Oversee and coordinate infrastructure projects across the Southwest and Wales.
Conduct field surveys and analyze data for ecological assessments.

Ecological Surveying

Data Analysis

Project Management

Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)

Natural Capital Assessment

BSc in Ecology

MSc in Ecology

Ecological Survey Software

A world-leading, multidisciplinary engineering and design consultancy is looking for an individual with extensive experience in the ecology field to take on the role of Principal Ecologist, in a hybrid role based in Exeter, also covering Wales and the Southwest.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (+ option to buy or sell leave)
Life assurance (4x salary)
Competitive, tax free defined contribution pension arrangement
First-class training and development opportunities

Responsibilities as Principal Ecologist:

As Principal Ecologist for this world-leading multidisciplinary consultancy, whilst working with diverse teams and stakeholders, you would oversee and coordinate infrastructure projects and project management across the Southwest and Wales. The Principal Ecologist will use their extensive experience to plan and conduct field surveys, analyse survey data using methods like biodiversity net gain (BNG) and natural capital, and coordinate ecological mitigation efforts. They will write and review ecological reports and licence applications and provide guidance and support to other team members.

Minimum Requirements:

BSc/MSc in ecology or similar relevant field (essential)
Strong background in botany (FISC level 4 is desirable)
Protected species survey licence(s) e.g., Bat licence (desirable)

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