Ecologist, South Wales

Ecologist, South Wales Pay rate £35.52 per hour Contract role, Planning Ecologist We are seeking to recruit a planning ecologist with excellent communications skills to support the delivery of development that enhances the built and natural environment in a Local Authority in South Wales.  The post holder will provide specialist advice and information on ecology (and nutrient neutrality) with regard to the land use planning process primarily in respect of the Local Planning Authority's Development Management function ensuring compliance with related legislation and policy.  

• You will need a degree in ecology or related subject with a significant period of relevant experience of work of a similar nature.  

• Knowledge of applicable legislation such as the Habitats Regulations and planning legislation and guidance is also essential.  

• You will be an articulate and effective communicator, self-motivated, organised and highly computer literate, including using GIS and databases.  

The post is likely to be part time, number of hours dependent on relevant experience and costs associated. This is for a fixed term appointment until the end of December 2025. Home based working will be considered. Please get in touch for more information. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- 

• A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to 

• An easy registration process (all done online) 

• Referral schemes and incentives  

• Ongoing compliance managed for you 

• Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. 

Please contact Graham Leatham on or email for more information.  We recruit across all areas of Housing, Public Sector, Planning and Local Government work. If you are experienced in this sector, and this isn’t the role for you, contact us about other roles.