Ecologist

Ecologist UK Travel £35,000 – £38,000 Company Vehicle + All Expenses Paid Are you an experienced Ecologist looking for a role that takes you out of the office and into the field? We’re recruiting for a dynamic, independent position. This is not your typical desk-based job — it’s a rare opportunity to become the sole ecological lead in an organisation making a tangible impact on the environment across a wide range of sites. What You’ll Be Doing: Work closely with arborists, environmental teams, and drone survey specialists Analyse data and contribute to planning and compliance with biodiversity legislation Conduct ecological site surveys, habitat assessments, and protected species work Produce high-quality PEAs, EcIAs, BNG reports, and ecological management plans Act as Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) on infrastructure projects The Role Includes: Company vehicle + fuel card All travel, overnight accommodation, and site expenses are fully covered Access to drone survey data to support your fieldwork Regular travel across the UK, with a base near the Southeast A mix of field, remote and occasional office work (hybrid-friendly) About You: Degree in Ecology or related field CIEEM membership (minimum ACIEEM or working toward) Strong report writing and project delivery skills Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively Experience with protected species and ecological consultancy is a bonus The Offer: Up to £38,000 , depending on experience Company pension scheme Supportive team culture with autonomy and room to grow Progression Opportunities Support and Upskilling