Senior Ecologist - Bio Net Gain

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Senior Ecologist - Biodiversity Net Gain Specialist

Location: Stonehouse (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client is a forward-thinking environmental consultancy delivering high-quality ecological and biodiversity services across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Ecologist with a strong focus on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join their team based in Stonehouse, with flexible hybrid working available.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious ecologist to play a key role in shaping and delivering BNG strategies on a diverse range of projects, working closely with planners, developers, and local authorities.

The Role

As a Senior Ecologist - BNG Specialist, you will:

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Lead and deliver Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and strategies in line with current legislation and best practice
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Undertake and oversee habitat surveys and ecological assessments
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Use the Defra Biodiversity Metric to calculate and report BNG outcomes
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Prepare high-quality technical reports, including Ecological Impact Assessments and BNG plans
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Provide expert ecological advice to clients, stakeholders, and project teams
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Support, mentor, and review the work of junior ecologists
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Assist with project management, including programme delivery and client liaison

About You

You will ideally have:

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A degree (or higher) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
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Significant experience working as an ecologist, with demonstrable BNG expertise
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Strong working knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
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Experience using the Defra Biodiversity Metric (Metric 3.1 or later)
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Proven report-writing and data analysis skills
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Membership (or eligibility) of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIEEM)
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A full UK driving licence

What's On Offer

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Competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
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Hybrid working with a base in Stonehouse
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Opportunity to work on varied and meaningful projects with real environmental impact
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Support for professional development and career progression
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Friendly, collaborative team culture within a growing consultancy

For more information, call James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment.
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Location:
Stonehouse
Salary:
£30,000 - £40,000 per annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Environment

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