Senior Ecologist wanted to join our south-west business

Ellendale Environmental have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Ecologist to be based in  the south-west of England. We are an established team with a busy workload and have great aspirations to grow.

We are looking for a Senior/experienced Ecologist to lead our ecology surveys, to manage our existing clients and to develop new business relationships. Whilst our nominal team office is in Chippenham, we are flexible on location for the right person with a salary between £27,000 - £35,000.

What are the benefits of working with us?

·        We are a friendly and supportive team, with a relaxed atmosphere

·        There is an excellent opportunity to lead and manage your own project work and to see a project all the way through, from start to completion.

·        External and internal training will be provided, to enhance your knowledge and progress your career

·        25 days annual leave plus public holidays

·        Payment of professional membership fees

·        Flexible working options and a healthy work-life balance is encouraged

A successful candidate for this role will typically have:

·        Experience in a senior or similar role within a consultancy setting, typically 3 – 5 years’ experience

·        Protected species survey licence(s) – preferable, but not essential (as training can be provided)

·        Experience in wildlife mitigation design, and having previously acted as Named Ecologist on Natural England mitigation licences – again, preferable, but not essential 

·        Excellent species ID skills, including botanical (i.e., Phase 1 habitat surveys)

·        In-depth understanding of current legislation, policy and industry best practice

·        Excellent communication, reporting and organisational skills

·        Experience of managing the work of other ecologists 

·        Project management experience

·        A full UK driving licence, as there will be regular travel to sites across England and the rest of the UK

 The role will suit someone who:

·        Is keen to get involved in all aspects of a project, from tendering, client liaison, surveying and reporting, and where required, long-term monitoring and management

·        Enjoys working as part of a team, but can also work independently and remotely

·        Is happy to travel to project sites throughout the UK and can stay away where this is required

·        Can undertake a number of surveys types and perform an ECoW role on a range of projects

If you are interested in applying, then please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience to info@ellendale-environmental.co.uk 

Please also feel free when you get in touch to ask us any questions you may have that are not already answered in the supporting information.

Ellendale Environmental is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or beliefs, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. As an employer we are committed to promoting and safeguarding the physical and mental health of all our staff.