Ecologist - Botany

Consultant Ecologist - Botany

Location: York
Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE)

A renowned multidisciplinary consultancy specializing in master planning, urban design, landscape architecture, environmental assessments, ecology, arboriculture, and green infrastructure is seeking an Ecologist with expertise in Botany to join their dynamic team in York.

Ecologist Benefits?

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses.
• Generous 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase additional days.
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive BUPA health and wellness cashback scheme.
• Retirement plan to secure your future.
• Opportunities for volunteering and participation in social events to promote well-being.
• A workplace that values employee health, satisfaction, and professional growth.
• Access to incentive programs and a range of exclusive benefits.

About the Role:

As a Consultant Ecologist specialising in Botany, you will contribute botanical expertise to diverse and meaningful projects. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will focus on vegetation surveys, habitat assessments, and biodiversity enhancement initiatives. Your work will drive the development of high-quality habitat restoration plans and biodiversity strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed botanical surveys and habitat condition assessments.
• Assist in creating biodiversity management plans and botanical inventories.
• Integrate botanical insights into biodiversity net gain (BNG) strategies.

About You:

To thrive in this role as an Ecologist specialising in Botany, you will need:

• Proven experience in botany and habitat assessments within ecological consultancy.
• Proficiency in botanical surveying techniques and plant identification.
• Familiarity with biodiversity assessment tools (e.g., DEFRA Metric) and GIS systems.
• A full UK driving license and the right to work in the UK.
• Membership with CIEEM.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about botany and want to make a meaningful impact, send your CV to Joe at (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information.

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Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy. This is a permanent position.