Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Ecologist
Ecologist at Penguin Recruitment Ltd, based in Nottingham, East Midlands, paying £30,000 - £43,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £30,000 - £43,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Nottingham, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- Research Scientist
23% below the typical rate for research scientist
Reference 57381754
About the role
Ecologist - Birmingham
An established environmental consultancy is looking to appoint an Ecologist to join its team in Birmingham. The role would suit an ecologist with experience in ecological surveys, assessments and reporting who is looking for a varied position with opportunities to develop their technical and project management skills. The successful candidate will work across a range of projects, undertaking field surveys, preparing ecological reports and providing practical advice to clients and project teams. The role will involve working across the Midlands, with opportunities to contribute to a varied portfolio of development and environmental projects.
- Undertaking ecological and protected species surveys
- Preparing ecological reports, assessments and mitigation strategies
- Supporting ecological impact assessments and planning applications
- Providing ecological advice to clients, contractors and project teams
- Assisting with habitat creation, enhancement and mitigation schemes
- Supporting project delivery and managing fieldwork
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider environmental team
The position offers:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Professional development and ongoing training
- Support with professional memberships
- Opportunities to work on a varied range of projects
- A collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for career progression
This is a good opportunity for an Ecologist to join an established environmental team in Birmingham, working across the Midlands on a varied range of projects while continuing to develop their technical and professional experience.
Interested in this opportunity? Please contact Ashleigh Garner from Penguin Recruitment for more information.
Reference: 57381754 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 4 Nov 2026 · Listed via Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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