At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct ecological surveys and design strategies for biodiversity conservation.
- Company: Join a friendly, passionate team at Bakerwell Ltd in the beautiful Kent countryside.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, 28 days leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Mentoring, training, and excellent career growth opportunities await you!
- Why this job: Make a real impact on biodiversity while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: 2+ years experience in ecology, strong communication skills, and a passion for learning.
The predicted salary is between 32999 - 32999 £ per year.
Bakerwell Ltd are looking for an experienced Consultant Ecologist to join our friendly, growing team in the Kent countryside. We are happy to consider full and part time positions.
The Bakerwell team carry out surveys and design strategies, working with our clients to ensure conservation outcomes for biodiversity can be delivered.
We work across the southeast, occasionally further afield, with much of our work within the Kent and Sussex area.
We are a passionate, dedicated and experienced group who take pride in the friendly and communicative service we provide to our clients and the support and training we provide to our team.
We are looking for a motivated experienced ecologist with strong organisational, technical report writing, QGIS or Arc GIS, and field survey skills experience.
If you have enthusiasm for continued learning and a creative, pragmatic and passionate interest for the ecology industry please do get in touch!
What you will be doing
- Protected species and botanical/habitat surveys.
- Design of habitat restoration/creation on schemes.
- Habitat assessment, mapping, metric use for delivering Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
- Undertaking Ecological Impact Assessments
- Project management
- Protected species mitigation license applications and supervision.
- Providing guidance for junior/trainee ecologists.
What we offer
- £28,000-£32,999 per annum, dependant on skills and experience.
- A small, friendly, supportive team.
- Mentoring with training program designed to enhance your skillset.
- Regular internal training and team building days.
- Opportunities and support for growth within the company.
- CIEEM membership and protected species license applications/renewals fees paid.
- Hybrid homebased and office working policy.
- 28 days leave and birthdays off.
- Pension contributions
- Free parking at office locations
What you will bring to the role
- A minimum of 2+ years experience within a consultancy environment.
- Graduate/post-graduate degree in ecology or a related topic.
- Enthusiasm, sense of humour and passion to learn.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work on multiple projects.
- One or more protected species survey license/s, evidence of progress towards others.
- Experience in a range of habitat and field surveys on small to large projects, analysing and interpreting data.
- Evidence of preparing professional reports including PEA and EA.
- Good understanding of the planning process, ecological legislation, policy, application for mitigation and management measures.
- Experienced in UK Habs and BNG metric and reporting.
- Ability to work outdoors, at appropriate times for species surveys in line with survey guidance in a variety of locations (usually in the southeast).
- Hold a UK driving licence, have own vehicle, be prepared to travel to different sites.
- CIEEM membership.
- Experience of EDS, EMP, Ec IA, HRA and protected species mitigation licence applications.
- Named ecologist/ accredited agent on EPSML within the last 3 years.
- FISC level 3/4 (or equivalent) level.
- Experienced managing projects, site supervision, liaising with junior staff, clients, subcontractors, and site staff.
- CSCS card
- Applications
If you have some but not all of the above experience, or more please do feel free to apply as we will consider your application and how your experience aligns to this or other roles.
Please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter to .
Please note we will interview strong candidates on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the vacancy if the right candidate is found, so do apply early!
- Details
- Company Bakerwell Ltd
- Location South East England (including London)
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Consultant Ecologist (Bakerwell Limited) in England employer: Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management
The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises environmental conservation and employee development. Located in Oxford, this role provides unique opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that directly impact biodiversity, while also benefiting from professional growth through training and support in GIS and data management. Join us to make a difference in nature recovery and enjoy a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.
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