Position: Ornithologist
Location: Exeter
Salary: £23,000 - £32,000 (DOE)

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy specialising in areas such as masterplanning, urban design, landscape architecture, environmental assessments, ecology, arboriculture, and green infrastructure is seeking an Ornithologist to join their team in Exeter.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with annual bonuses
Retirement plan
25 days of annual leave with the option to purchase additional holiday days
Flexible working arrangements
BUPA health and wellness cashback scheme
Employee well-being initiatives, including volunteer opportunities and social events
Various benefits and incentive programs
Strong focus on employee health and job satisfactionKey Responsibilities:
As an Ornithologist, you will collaborate closely with Ecologists, Landscape Architects, and Design Planners, with responsibilities including:

Leading and conducting ornithological surveys
Collecting and analysing data, performing desk-based research, and preparing technical reports
Experience in Ecological Impact Assessments and Shadow Habitats Regulations Assessments is a strong advantage
Supporting additional ecological surveys, such as those for water voles, otters, badgers, bats, and various habitats
Offering ecological and ornithological advice to clients, stakeholders, and project teams
Mentoring colleagues with an interest in ornithology, fostering their professional growth
Building and nurturing relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodiesRequirements:

Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field
Strong bird identification skills and experience in ornithological survey techniques
Willingness to travel as required
Solid knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and bird conservation statuses
Proven report writing skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
Familiarity with scientific data collection, analysis, and accurate data storage methods
CIEEM membership is desirable
Experience with GIS software is a plus
Full UK driving license and access to a vehicleInterested?
If you're interested in this or other Ecology roles, send your CV to Joe at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). More vacancies are listed on our website. This is a permanent position, and Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy