Location
Cardiff
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
08/05/2026
Closing date
29/05/2026
Consultant Ecologist - Cardiff
£30,000 - £37,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Ecologist to join a long-established, award-winning environmental consultancy based in Cardiff. This independent multi-disciplinary practice delivers services across major infrastructure, renewable energy, conservation and development projects throughout the UK.
The successful Consultant Ecologist will join a collaborative and friendly team working on a varied portfolio of projects across the public and private sectors. The Consultant Ecologist role will involve undertaking ecological surveys, protected species work, ecological impact assessments, mitigation strategies, reporting and supporting planning applications.
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible and hybrid working
* Private medical insurance and pension scheme
* Professional membership fees paid
* Ongoing CPD and training support
* Additional annual leave purchase scheme
* Supportive and collaborative team culture
Requirements:
* Experience working as a Consultant Ecologist or within ecological consultancy
* Strong ecological survey and report writing skills
* Knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy
* Protected species survey experience desirable
* Full UK driving licence
* Full right to work in the UK
* Degree in Ecology or related discipline
* CIEEM membership desirable
* Must live within commuting distance of the Cardiff office
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ecologist looking to develop their career. We have many more vacancies on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk.