Ecologist

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Colchester, Essex
  • Jun 06, 2026
Full time Executive

Job Description

Ecologist

Colchester

31,000 - 36,000

A growing environmental consultancy is looking to appoint an Ecologist to support a diverse portfolio of projects across the residential, commercial, infrastructure and public sectors. Based from their Colchester office, this opportunity offers the chance to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering practical ecological solutions and high-quality environmental advice.

The successful Ecologist will play an important role in project delivery, carrying out field surveys, ecological appraisals, habitat assessments and technical reporting. Working closely with planners, developers and environmental specialists, the Ecologist will help ensure projects achieve both regulatory compliance and positive environmental outcomes.

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
    Annual performance reviews
    Pension scheme
    Private health cover
    Life assurance
    Additional leave benefits
    Professional development and training support
    Opportunities for career progression
    Collaborative and experienced team environment

To be considered:

  • Degree qualified in Ecology, Environmental Management or a related discipline
    Experience working as an Ecologist within consultancy, planning or environmental sectors
    Understanding of UK ecological legislation and protected species guidance
    Ability to prepare clear and accurate ecological reports
    Strong organisational and communication skills
    Full UK driving licence
    Full right to work in the UK
    Comfortable undertaking regular site visits and fieldwork
    Must be located within a reasonable commute of the Colchester office

If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on (url removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.