Senior Ecologist
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £41.69 to £55 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Loughborough, East Midlands, LE11 2TX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | ESSENTIAL EMPLOYMENT LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MP224735CT1757-OR22665-06022026 |
Summary
Senior Ecologist needed in Loughborough Paying £41.69 per hr ref OR22665
Full time hours on a temporary basis
Key Responsibilities- Lead ecological surveys, including Phase 1 and UKHab surveys, protected species surveys, and habitat assessments.
- Manage projects from proposal to delivery, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
- Prepare high‑quality technical reports, including EcIA, biodiversity net gain assessments, and mitigation strategies.
- Provide expert advice to clients, planners, and stakeholders on ecological issues and statutory requirements.
- Mentor and support junior ecologists with fieldwork, analysis, and reporting.
- Liaise with local authorities, environmental bodies, and contractors.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Wildlife and Countryside Act, Habitats Regulations, and protected species licensing.
If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to verity@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.
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