Ecologist (West Wales)
| Posting date: | 23 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £250.0 to £310.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £250 - £310 P/Day (PAYE/Umbrella/LTD) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 April 2026 |
| Location: | Knighton, Powys, LE1 1AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4782334_1774266078 |
Summary
Your new company
My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large-scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others
Your new role
My client is looking for a General Ecologist to work on a contract basis in the West Wales area, outside IR35 regulations if required.
You will be working on-site conducting general ecology duties across the west of Wales. UK Wide projects available in the future.
Works may include
- Ecological Clark of works (ECoW)
- Habitat Assessments
- Protected species surveys
- Botanical surveys
- Report writing
- BNG assessments
What you'll need to succeed
- Extensive Ecological experience
- CSCS Card
- Own PPE, specialist equipment is desirable.
- Full driving licence and vehicle
- PTS (depending on project)
- Protected species licences are desirable.
- FISC qualification is also desirable.
What you'll get in return
- £250 - £300 day rate DOE (outside IR35 options available)
- Flexible contract duration with potential for extension
- Opportunity to support high‑profile environmental projects
- Ongoing support from an experienced environmental recruitment team
What you need to do now
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