Senior Ecologist - Penguin Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Senior Ecologist

Edinburgh £35,000-£45,000

I am looking for a Senior Ecologist to join a fantastic team in Edinburgh! This company has a keen passion about the environment and specialise in ecology, ornithology and hydrology, primarily focusing on renewable energy and grid networks.

The role involves collaborating with the team to deliver projects that have important environmental benefits. They work with some of the most successful developers in the UK!

Responsibilities include:

• Specialist field surveys.
• Preparation/review of Ecological Assessments, Habitats Regulations Assessments and Technical Reports.
• Responsibility for project management, coordination and delivery of ecology and peat projects.

Requirements include:

• Strong experience and understanding of the environmental planning system in relation to EIA's.
• People management and mentoring skills.
• Strong ecological field survey experience and comprehensive experience of project management.

Benefits include:

• Generous salary dependent on experience.
• Brilliant bonus scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Option of hybrid working.

This is a great opportunity to join an established consultancy and work with a developing team on some exciting projects. If you are interested and would like to hear more about the opportunity, then please send your CV to or call me on !