Birmingham
Job Title: Ecologist\n\nLocation: Birmingham\n\nSalary: £30,000 - £37,000\n\nPermanent, full time – with flexible and hybrid working options available\n\nThe Role\n\nI 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 Birmingham. 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 West Midlands.\n\nRequirements\n\n * \n\n 3+ years consultancy experience\n\n * \n\n Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Conservation\n\n * \n\n Experienced in protected species surveys e.g Bat, GCN etc\n\n * \n\n Good knowledge of UKHat and relevant ecological legislation and planning policy\n\n * \n\n Strong botanical identification skills\n\n * \n\n A full UK driving license\n\n * \n\n FISC accreditation (desirable but not necessary)\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Undertaking habitat surveys and botanical assessments\n\n * \n\n Leading and supporting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and reporting\n\n * \n\n Calculating biodiversity units using the statutory biodiversity metric\n\n * \n\n Delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)and ecological impact assessments\n\n * \n\n Supporting habitat creation, restoration and enhancement design\n\n * \n\n Project management\n\nThis role comes with:\n\n * \n\n Flexible and hybrid working options\n\n * \n\n Enhanced pension scheme\n\n * \n\n Payment of professional memberships\n\n * \n\n Ecologist-designed TOIL scheme\n\n * \n\n Company-paid healthcare scheme\n\n * \n\n Tailored career development plan