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£30,500 - £36,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

37.5 hours per week office/field/home based.

Closing Date: Monday 3rd November 2025 9am

Interview Date: November 2025 (Date TBC)

Who Are We?

Habitat Works Ltd is entering an exciting period of growth. Having recently moved into larger offices and expanded our team, we are now looking to further strengthen our established ecology division with the appointment of a Consultant Ecologist.

At Habitat Works, we are more than just an ecological consultancy. As both a consultancy and environmental contracting company, we deliver a diverse and rewarding range of projects for clients nationwide. Our services include ecological and botanical surveys, planning support, Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW), protected species surveys, wildlife licensing, and mitigation works.

Our ecology team is made up of highly skilled professionals with experience in areas such as bat, badger, great crested newt, crayfish, bird, botanical, and specialist aquatic macrophyte surveys. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a wide variety of projects while being supported by internal mentoring and both internal and external training opportunities to further your professional development.

In addition to consultancy, our in-house environmental contracting team delivers a broad range of habitat management and creation projects. These include meadow creation and management, tree planting, moorland restoration, artificial badger sett creation, community engagement projects, pond creation, and more. This unique structure allows our ecologists to be involved not only in the survey and assessment stages but also in the practical delivery of habitat enhancement works.

The role will be based at our Head Office in Denby Dale, West Yorkshire, with the flexibility of home working where suitable. Our location is ideally placed for commuting from Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, and the surrounding areas. The successful candidate should also be prepared to work on project sites across the UK as required.

About the Role

As a Consultant Ecologist, you will:

• Undertake and lead ecological and protected species surveys
• Prepare high-quality reports, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), habitat and species assessments, and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) contributions
• Assist with Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments and Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs)
• Support senior colleagues while mentoring and encouraging junior members of the team
• Contribute to a variety of projects from initial survey through to project delivery

What We’re Looking For

• A good understanding of ecological processes, survey techniques, and wildlife legislation
• Membership (or eligibility for membership) of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)
• Strong report-writing skills and the ability to produce professional, client-ready reports
• A protected species licence (bat or great crested newt) is desirable
• Experience of BNG assessments and HMMP input is an advantage
• A full UK driving licence is essential

Why Join Habitat Works?

At Habitat Works, you’ll be more than just part of a team — you’ll be a valued contributor in a supportive, collaborative environment. As a growing company, we offer the benefits of a close-knit culture where your ideas are heard, your work is recognised, and you’ll have the chance to influence how we develop.

Unlike larger corporates, we pride ourselves on variety and opportunity: you won’t be restricted to a single function but instead will gain broad experience across consultancy and contracting, with real scope to develop your skills and career.

If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be seen, supported, and appreciated as part of an ambitious and friendly team, we’d love to hear from you.

Employee Benefits

We want our team to feel supported, valued, and able to thrive in their careers. As part of Habitat Works, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary, reviewed annually
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Time off in lieu (TOIL) policy for additional hours worked
• Company pension scheme
• Paid professional membership fees (e.g. CIEEM)
• Generous training and development budget for internal and external courses
• Mentoring and clear pathways for career progression
• Opportunities to gain practical experience with our in-house contracting team
• A friendly, collaborative culture where your contributions make a real difference

How to Apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to joe.travis@habitatworks.co.uk

For further information or to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Joe Travis, Ecology Team Manager, on 07399 759515.

Habitat Works Ltd is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection are based solely on merit. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and providing equality of opportunity. If you require support with your application, please contact us at 01484 482629 or info@habitatworks.co.uk.