BNG Ecologist, Wirral

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  

• 3+ years consultancy experience  

• Relevant degree e.g. Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Conservation  

• Experienced in protected species surveys e.g Bat, GCN etc  

• Good knowledge of UKHat and relevant ecological legislation and planning policy  

• Strong botanical identification skills  

• A full UK driving license  

• FISC accreditation (desirable but not necessary)  

Key Responsibilities  

• Undertaking habitat surveys and botanical assessments  

• Leading and supporting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and reporting  

• Calculating biodiversity units using the statutory biodiversity metric 

• Delivering Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs)and ecological impact assessments  

• Supporting habitat creation, restoration and enhancement design  

• Project management  

This role comes with:  

• Flexible and hybrid working options  

• Enhanced pension scheme  

• Payment of professional memberships  

• Ecologist-designed TOIL scheme  

• Company-paid healthcare scheme  

• Tailored career development plan