Senior Ecologist

Ocean to Earth Recruitment is working with an established and highly regarded environmental consultancy looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist to join its growing terrestrial ecology team in West Sussex.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ecologist who enjoys a genuine balance of fieldwork, technical reporting, project management and client engagement.

You'll join a friendly, experienced team delivering a varied portfolio of projects across residential and commercial development, infrastructure and renewable energy.

The consultancy offers a supportive working environment, access to a broad range of technical expertise and excellent opportunities for professional development, including progression towards Principal Ecologist.

The Role

As a Senior Ecologist, you will:

• Lead habitat and protected species surveys, including UKHab, bats, badgers, dormice, GCN, reptiles and birds.

• Prepare ecological reports, including PEAs, EcIAs, BNG assessments and Environmental Statement chapters.

• Manage ecological projects from initial survey through to completion.

• Provide technical advice and develop strong client relationships.

• Support tender preparation and project delivery.

• Mentor junior ecologists and review technical work.

• Work collaboratively with experienced environmental specialists.

About You

We're looking for someone with:

• At least three years' relevant experience in ecological consultancy or a related field.

• Strong terrestrial ecology and protected species survey experience.

• Experience preparing ecological assessments and technical reports.

• A sound understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning requirements.

• Confidence managing projects and communicating with clients.

• Associate or Full CIEEM Membership, or eligibility.

• A full UK driving licence.

Protected species licences, botanical expertise, GIS skills and mentoring experience would be advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Salary of £35,000 – £45,000.

• A friendly, supportive and experienced ecology team.

• Varied projects across development, infrastructure and renewable energy.

• Opportunities to develop technical, commercial and leadership skills.

• Exposure to a broad range of environmental disciplines.

• Clear progression opportunities towards Principal Ecologist.

Interested?

If you're an experienced ecologist looking for greater responsibility, technical variety and long-term career development within a supportive consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV to vicky@oceantoearth.co.uk

All enquiries will be treated confidentially, and your CV will never be shared without your consent.

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