Senior Ecologist

Job Description An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Ecologist to join a well-established environmental consultancy based in Winsford, Cheshire, established since 1997. With a current headcount of 14 you will be working from their collaborative office environment. You'll play a key role in supporting a range of planning and environmental permitting projects for waste management and minerals developments across the UK.Senior Ecologist Job OverviewThis is a senior level position suited to someone with a strong work ethic and the confidence to take initiative without relying heavily on others. You'll be expected to take ownership of your workload, contribute effectively within multi-disciplinary teams, and provide expert ecological input across a range of nationwide schemes. The role is primarily office-based, with regular travel to sites across the UK, working closely alongside surveyors and planning consultants.Senior Ecologist Job Requirements3-4 years minimum experience working as an Ecologist.Confident working by yourselfComfortable with regular travel to project sites across EnglandStrong initiative and a proactive, can do attitudeStrong understanding of UK habitats, protected species and relevant planning legislationAbility to lead and deliver ecological surveys and reports to support planning and permitting applicationsConfident liaising with clients, regulators and internal technical teamsFull UK driving licenceSenior Ecologist Salary & BenefitsSalary: 35,000 - 45,000 per annumAccess to a fleet of vehiclesFuel allowanceFlexible hours, as long as you're working between 10am and 4pmInvolvement in diverse projects across the UKBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-12-16