Location
Milton Keynes
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
25/06/2026
Closing date
16/07/2026
Ecologist
£32,000 -£38,000
Milton Keynes
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Ecologist to join a growing, multi-disciplinary environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality ecological, arboricultural, landscape, archaeology and planning services across the UK. With a collaborative culture and continued investment in people, this is an excellent opportunity for an Ecologist looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking team based in Milton Keynes.
The successful Ecologist will work on a diverse range of projects within the planning and development sector, supporting clients through ecological assessments, protected species surveys, biodiversity net gain projects, mitigation strategies and technical reporting. This Ecologist position offers exposure to varied projects and the opportunity to work alongside experienced environmental specialists.
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible working arrangements
* Paid overtime and structured TOIL system
* Ongoing training, CPD and career development support
* Company vehicle access, survey equipment and PPE provided
* Additional annual leave over the Christmas period
* Pension scheme
* Supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment
Requirements:
* Experience within ecological consultancy or a similar environment
* Strong report writing and ecological survey experience, including PEA surveys
* Membership of CIEEM or working towards an appropriate level
* Full UK driving licence
* Full right to work in the UK
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Strong understanding of UK ecology, legislation and planning processes
* Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Milton Keynes office
We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.