Ecologist - Penguin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Ecologist | Cardiff | Hybrid Working

Salary: Circa £30,000

We're looking for an experienced Ecologist to join a passionate team making a real difference in projects across Wales, SW England, and the West Midlands. If ecology is your calling and you're ready to work on projects that span highways, renewable energy, green infrastructure, and conservation, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role: You'll lead and support field surveys, ecological assessments, biodiversity reports, and site work on projects involving protected species like bats, lapwings, and dormice. This role offers the chance to work closely with other disciplines, manage projects, and bring ecology expertise to meaningful projects.

Ecologist Requirements:

• Several years' worth of hands-on experience in Ecological Consultancy
• CIEEM Membership and a strong record in project management
• Demonstrable report-writing skills and a working knowledge of GIS software

Ecologist Benefits:

• Competitive Salary aligned with your skills and experience
• Career Growth: Paid professional membership, personalised training, and mentoring to support your path forward
• Work-Life Balance: 28 days of leave plus bank holidays, with the chance to add 5 more, flexible working, and team socials to connect and unwind

If you are interested in this or other opportunities in Ecology, please feel free to send your CV to Joe at or contact . We have numerous additional vacancies listed on our website. This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this role.