Ecologist

Consultant Ecologist Location: Chelmsford, Essex (REMOTE POSITION) Salary: £27,000 – £40,000 Pebble Recruitment is working with a leading Ecological Consultancy seeking an Ecologist or Senior Ecologist + to join their growing team around Chelmsford, Essex / surrounding areas. This consultancy is seeking Ecologists of all levels to join a new, exciting company with a Director who has a superb track record in growing companies. Get in early and join this impressive start-up (already employing top talent)! With a strong industry reputation, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving young business with a healthy pipeline of projects. Our client is known for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions while supporting both clients around the Chelmsford and surrounding areas, as well as a real focus on employee well-being. You’ll work closely with the ecology team on a range of projects, including protected species surveys, PEAs, and BNG assessments. The Ecologist Role * Undertake protected species surveys * Prepare tenders and fee proposals * Produce technical reports (PEA, BNG, protected species) * Manage small to medium projects (with support on larger ones) Ecologist Requirements * 3–8 years’ industry experience * Degree in Ecology, Environmental Management, or similar * At least one protected species licence (preferred) * Full UK driving licence * Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation * CIEEM membership (advantageous) Ecologist Benefits * £27,000 – £40,000 DOE * 23 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more) * Generous pension scheme * Hybrid or fully remote working * TOIL and excellent CPD budget * Clear progression and training opportunities If this sounds like the next step in your career, click “Apply Now” or contact Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment for a confidential chat

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