Senior / Principal Ecologists - #1709323

Location: Nationwide, UK

The Vacancy

RSK Biocensus, an award-winning CIEEM company and part of the RSK Group, is recruiting Senior / Principal Ecologists to join their growing UK ecology team. The roles are based in Helsby, East Anglia, Cardiff, Coventry, Bristol, Hemel Hempstead, and Tonbridge. These are permanent and full-time positions, with part-time work considered for the long term. The work will be mixed, involving both home and office attendance at one of the listed locations.

As an Ecologist at RSK Biocensus, you will be involved in managing and delivering all aspects of field surveys, assessments, tender and report writing, and project management.

RSK Biocensus offers ecological services to private and public sector clients, supported by a team of over 200 experts in wildlife ecology, legislation, and policy. If you're ready to elevate your ecology consultancy skills with a forward-thinking and ambitious company, apply today and help shape the future of ecological consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Serving as the primary contact for clients, initially working from site offices as part of project teams and supporting during construction and restoration phases.


• Advising on and coordinating all ecology-related aspects of projects.


• Supporting the ECoW team and conducting field surveys as needed.


• Preparing reports, technical notes, method statements, and other documents.


• Liaising with technical experts regarding licensing, surveys, and mitigation requirements.


• Managing work related to licences for protected species.


• Collaborating with the RSK project team, including project directors, managers, finance, resourcing, data managers, GIS, and coordinators, to ensure smooth project delivery and support.

Person Specification

• Degree in a relevant discipline or vocational qualification.


• Relevant experience, ideally with large projects.


• Full UK Driving Licence.


• Species-specific personal licences are desirable.


• Full membership with CIEEM or working towards it.


• Adherence to CIEEM’s Code of Professional Conduct.


• Working towards Chartership (CEcol or CEnv).

Salary and Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme.


• Discounted gym memberships.


• Regular training and development opportunities.


• Flexible benefits including holiday purchase, health cash plan, and electric car scheme.


• Access to GPs, mental health support, and financial advice.

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RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or secondary agencies.

About Us

Biocensus provides ecological consultancy and contracting services across the UK, supporting large and complex projects with a multidisciplinary team of over 150 in-house staff and a network of 700+ ecologists. We offer comprehensive ecological services, including land purchase advice, surveys, impact assessments, licensing, and monitoring.

Part of the RSK Group, we aim to employ, develop, and reward talented individuals, fostering a supportive, innovative, and inclusive environment. We value diversity and are committed to providing workplace adjustments and flexible working arrangements to support all employees.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us in building a sustainable future. Do you have what it takes?

Note: This vacancy is no longer available.