Consultant Ecologists

Bakerwell Ltd is recruiting for experienced Consultant
Ecologists with knowledge of BNG/QGIS to join a growing ecology team in a full time,
permanent position.

This permanent position will be based from
our Sussex or Kent office.

As a Consultant Ecologist at Bakerwell you can expect to get involved with delivery of all
elements of field surveys, assessment, tender, report writing and project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Protected species and botanical surveys.
• Design of habitat restoration / creation on schemes.
• Habitat assessment, mapping and metric use for delivering Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Providing technical leadership on projects.
• Managing all stages of Ecological Impact Assessments from planning to delivery and
  monitoring.
• Supported communication with our clients, providing sound ecological advice at all project
  stages.
• Protected species mitigation license applications and supervision.
• Providing guidance for junior / trainee ecologists.

Who we’re looking for

• At least 3 years experience at ecologist level in the industry.
• Graduate / Post-graduate degree in related topic.
• Full UK Driving Licence, access to your own vehicle and be in a commutable distance from
  either our Kent or Sussex office.
• Membership with CIEEM.
• Hold one or more protected species license/s.
• Experience in a range of field surveys, producing ecological reports and plans using QGIS.
• Experience in UK Habs and the Defra Biodiversity Net Gain metric.
• Experience preparing protected species mitigation licence applications..
• Experience of managing projects, site supervision and liaising effectively with junior
  staff, clients, subcontractors and site staff.

Salary And Benefits

• £24,000 – £30,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
• You will get to work in a small, friendly, supportive team with frequent team building days
  and birthdays off.
• Hybrid homebased working availability.
• Training and mentoring to enhance your skillset.
• Opportunity for growth within the company.
• TOIL scheme for hours worked over those contracted.
• CIEEM membership and protected species license applications / renewals fees paid.
• Private healthcare benefits.

If you are interested in this role, please get in touch with any questions or send a copy of
your CV to [email protected].