About the role
Job Title: Ecologist
Location: Wirral
Salary: £30,000 - £37,000
Permanent, full time – with flexible and hybrid working options available
The Role
I am currently on the lookout for an enthusiastic and experienced Ecologist with a strong background in botany and Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) to join a friendly team in Wirral. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, helping to deliver high-quality ecological advice and measurable biodiversity outcomes across the North West.
Requirements
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3+ years consultancy experience
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Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Conservation
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Experienced in protected species surveys e.g Bat, GCN etc
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Good knowledge of UKHat and relevant ecological legislation and planning policy
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Strong botanical identification skills
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A full UK driving license
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FISC accreditation (desirable but not necessary)
Key Responsibilities
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Undertaking habitat surveys and botanical assessments
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Leading and supporting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and reporting
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Calculating biodiversity units using the statutory biodiversity metric
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Delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)and ecological impact assessments
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Supporting habitat creation, restoration and enhancement design
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Project management
This role comes with:
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Flexible and hybrid working options
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Enhanced pension scheme
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Payment of professional memberships
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Ecologist-designed TOIL scheme
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Company-paid healthcare scheme
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Tailored career development plan
How to apply
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