Senior Ecologist (Maternity Cover)

We are a leading south west based Ecology and Landscape consultancy. We have a mission; to work
with people who share our values and who want to leave a legacy for future generations. If you are
considering a new role we may have the perfect role for you as part of our growing, friendly and
diverse team.

We are looking for a Senior Ecologist (12-month contract – maternity cover) to join
our ecology team based at our Buckfastleigh office in Devon. Salary £30k+ depending on skills and
experience, generous leave allowance, additional day of holiday for birthdays, flexible and hybrid
working, access to health care and company volunteering. Potential for the role to become permanent
for the right candidate.

Office base:

Buckfastleigh, Devon (remote working available)

Your role:

Provide technical expertise
and input into a range of services including preparation of mitigation licence applications, EcIA,
Biodiversity Net Gain assessments. Providing input and support in client liaison and project
management and Quality Assurance.

As our Senior Ecologist you will bring:

• Excellent client communication and engagement skills
• Full Membership of the Chartered Institute of
  Ecological and Environmental Management
• Protected species licence(s)
• A proportional and pragmatic
  approach to technical solutions
• Excellent written communication skills, ability to produce
  accurate, comprehensive and concise reports to high professional standards
• Ability to work with a
  range of people at all levels of seniority across all sectors
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Full
  UK driving licence with access to own car for business use
• Ability to work flexibly on species
  surveys outside of normal working hours

Desirable:

• Named ecologist on protected species mitigation licences
• EPS class survey licences –
  Class 2 bat licence particularly desirable
• Relevant academic degree

Equality, Diversity and
Inclusivity

We are a small but incredibly diverse and friendly company celebrating and supporting equality,
diversity and inclusivity in everything we do.

We are committed to the health and wellbeing of all
our staff and contractors.

Your Development

As a CIEEM Registered Practice we are committed to the
development and progression of every member of our team. We will support your training and
development throughout your time with us.

Please apply by emailing your CV to [email protected] by the
31.01.24.