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Consultant Ecologist - Ecosupport

Countryside Classroom, Hampshire, IL, United States


Role
Ecosupport Ltd are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team. As part of the role, you will plan, manage, and deliver professional ecological services to a broad range of clients. You will also be responsible for the coordination of surveys and field staff, as well as liaison with clients and professionals.

Ecosupport Ltd are based in Lee-on-Solent, Hampshire, and will require travel throughout the region and surrounding counties. Although this is predominantly a field‑based role, our assistant ecologists are expected to work within the office and in the field.

Responsibilities

Independently carry out and manage ecological services such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals

Produce technical ecological reports including impact assessments and mitigation strategies

Liaise with clients and other professionals

Assist with the production of EPS Licence applications

Assist senior‑level ecologists in carrying out ecological services

Project coordination and management, including the coordination of surveys and field staff

Analyse technical data, such as bat acoustics analysis, habitat mapping, and use of QGIS

Complete and lead in‑field ecology and protected species surveys

Potentially use your own car for site visits, with mileage and business insurance claimed back (if Ecosupport Ltd cars are in use)

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 2+ years working as an ecologist with strong client liaison skills and experience with project management

Relevant degree in a related field

Strong all‑around field skills, particularly in flora and fauna identification

Strong all‑round experience with protected species surveys, bat acoustic analysis, and / or QGIS

Experience producing a range of technical reports and ecological services such as impact assessments, mitigation strategies, and EPS Licences

Protected Species survey licences desirable but not mandatory, particularly for bats

Strong communication, organisational, and team working skills as well as a positive attitude, self‑disciplined, and a desire to learn and be challenged

A full driver’s licence

Benefits

Company laptop

Regular in‑house and external training

Regular social events

Flexible working hours

Time in lieu

Overtime pay (including as a standard for bat surveys)

Access to Medicash with licensed counsellors, early mental‑health intervention, financial wellbeing advice, menopause support, manager coaching, and self‑help resources

Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay aimed at providing more support to working parents

Salary
Starting salary at 32k - 35k per annum (with opportunities for overtime / additional pay)

How to apply
To apply for the role of Consultant Ecologist at Ecosupport Ltd, please email info@ecosupport.co.uk with your Curriculum Vitae and cover letter.

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