OCEAN TO EARTH RECRUITMENT LTD
Senior/Principal Bat Ecologist
Senior/Principal Bat Ecologist at OCEAN TO EARTH RECRUITMENT LTD, based in Basingstoke, South East, paying £30,000 - £50,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £30,000 - £50,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Basingstoke, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Research Scientist
16% below the typical rate for research scientist
Reference careers/senior-principal-bat-ecologist-multiple-offices-uk-wide-1345141-28666
About the role
Meet Our Recruiter
Vicky KenrickCo-Founder and Director[phone removed][email removed]About the Role
Are you an experienced bat ecologist looking for a role where you can take ownership of projects, influence ecological outcomes, and work on a diverse range of high-profile developments across the UK?
Ocean to Earth Recruitment is working with a well-established and highly regarded environmental consultancy that is looking to expand its ecology team with the appointment of a Senior or Principal Bat Ecologist. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking business with a strong reputation for technical excellence and a genuine commitment to delivering positive outcomes for nature.
You'll be joining a supportive multidisciplinary team, working on projects across sectors including infrastructure, residential, commercial, renewable energy and conservation. The role offers the opportunity to combine technical leadership with project management, mentoring and client engagement, while continuing to develop your own career within a growing organisation.
The Role
As a Senior or Principal Bat Ecologist, you will play a leading role in the delivery of ecological projects, with a particular focus on bat survey, mitigation and licensing work.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading ecological projects from initial scoping through to completion.
- Planning and overseeing bat surveys, impact assessments and mitigation strategies.
- Producing and reviewing high-quality technical reports and licence applications.
- Providing expert advice on bat ecology and protected species legislation.
- Supporting and mentoring junior ecologists within the team.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across a range of environmental disciplines.
About You
We would love to hear from ecologists who have a strong background in bat ecology and are looking to take the next step in their career.
You are likely to have:
- Proven experience delivering UK bat surveys, mitigation design and implementation.
- A bat survey and/or mitigation licence, with several years' experience working under licence.
- Experience with EPS licensing and a sound understanding of wildlife legislation.
- Recent Named Ecologist experience, or Accredited Agent experience with the ability to achieve Named Ecologist status.
- Excellent technical report writing and review skills.
- Experience managing projects and ideally supporting or mentoring colleagues.
- A degree in Ecology or a related environmental discipline.
- A proactive and organised approach, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
What's on Offer?
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
- The opportunity to work on varied and meaningful, nature-positive projects.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
- Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy.
- Access to modern tools and resources to help you do your best work.
Whether you're an established Senior Ecologist ready for a Principal-level opportunity, or an experienced Principal looking for a new challenge within a supportive and ambitious organisation, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
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