Ecologist

Ecologist

Permanent role

Rail Industry

Location - Sites across South of England

Hybrid - Field work and home based

Salary - up to £45,000 + Company car / allowance

An Ecologist is required to join a vibrant and charismatic team, with the company's Head Quarters based in the Midlands. This is a hybrid role combining fieldwork and site visits with office-based tasks, offering a varied and rewarding workload. The successful candidate will support ecology- related activities across multiple rail contracts throughout the UK, with a particular focus on projects in the South of England and Wales. You will play a key role in leading, advising, and upskilling the business on mitigation strategies for protected species, including dormice, otters, great crested newts, and badgers.

Ecologist - BENEFITS

• Salary - up to £45,000
• Company car / allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Cashplan with optical and dental cover
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contribution of 5%
• Life assurance 3x Salary
• Training and development support
• Flexible working / hybrid options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to an independent financial advisor

Ecologist - REQUIREMENTS - Essential

• At least 5 years' experience in an ecologist role
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience working with hazel dormouse, GCN, badger, and otter

Ecologist - REQUIREMENTS - Desired

• BS 42020 / CIEEM membership

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