Career Opportunities
Senior/Principal Ecologists
We are seeking energetic, enthusiastic and professional ecologists at Senior and Principal Grade to join our busy CIEEM Registered Practice. Individuals will have strong experience across a variety of areas, including protected species surveying (in particular bats and amphibians), licensing and mitigation, Biodiversity Net Gain assessment, Habitat Regulations Assessment and BREEAM. We’re particularly keen to hear from candidates who also have experience in habitat creation and restoration, including design and supervision thereof, and who will be able to support growth of our sister company Mortimer Habitats.
The advertised roles offer flexibility in working arrangements, diversity in challenges and technical development, and mentorship in commercial and project management aspects of the business. They will complement our closely knit team and contribute to a variety of team gatherings and training events.
- Starting salary – £33 to £48K p/a (depending on experience).
- Location: Henley-in-Arden / West Midlands
- Full or part-time (permanent)
- 30 days paid leave
- Professional memberships & protected species licences paid
- Agile & flexible working arrangements to support wellbeing
- Regular in-house & external training opportunities / learning events
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: [email protected]
Seasonal Ecologists – Positions now filled for 2025
We’re on the lookout for motivated and enthusiastic individuals, committed to a career in ecology and biodiversity enhancement and who relish a challenge! As part of our friendly team, you’ll engage in protected species surveys (such as bats, badgers and great crested newts) and contribute to project planning, coordination and reporting. You will be based at our office in Henley-in-Arden.
What we want:
- Previous experience with wildlife surveying e.g., bat emergence surveys, great crested newt surveys and / or work with local wildlife / conservation organisations;
- Some knowledge of protected species legislation and / or biodiversity net gain requirements;
- Good written and verbal communication skills and experience with GIS;
- You will need access to a car and a full UK driving licence.
What you get:
- Starting salary of £26k (pro rata);
- 30 days annual leave (pro rata);
- Training opportunities and mentoring within our close-knit team;
- 6-month contract in the first instance (with potential to become a permanent member of our team at the end of the survey season).
To apply please send a CV and covering letter to: [email protected]
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