Assistant Ecologist/Ecologist/Senior Ecologist

Salary/Rate:£26,000 - £40,000
Town/City:Telford
County:Shropshire
Sector:Ecology and Forestry
Job ref:970187
Post Date:12.02.25
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

Our client is an integrated team of professional Chartered Landscape Architects, Ecologists, and Arboriculture consultants. They are creative, friendly, and commercially focused, placing their clients' aspirations and environmental sustainability at the heart of everything they do. Their services encompass Ecology, Landscape Architecture, and Greenspace management.

Our Client’s Values:

Our client is passionate about people and the natural environment. Strong environmental ethics and sustainability underpin all their activities. They make ethical purchasing decisions, seek ways to address their carbon footprint, and support their community.

The Role:

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our client's Ecology team at various levels, including Assistant Ecologist, Ecologist, and Senior Ecologist. The successful candidates will work on a diverse range of projects, contributing to ecological assessments, habitat management plans, and biodiversity strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct ecological surveys and assessments.
  • Prepare technical reports and habitat management plans.
  • Provide ecological input into landscape design and planning applications.
  • Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
  • Mentor junior team members (for Senior Ecologist position).

Qualifications and Experience:

  • A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • Relevant experience in ecological consultancy or a related sector.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., CIEEM) is desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
  • A valid UK driving license.

What Our Client Offers:

  • A supportive and flexible working environment that promotes a healthy work/life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
  • Involvement in a variety of projects that make a positive impact on the environment and local communities.
  • A commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about ecology and looking to further your career with a company that values its people and the planet, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to info@oceantoearthrecruitment.com.

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