Principal Ornithologist
Location: Edinburgh
Competitive Salary
A unique opportunity has arisen for a Principal Ornithologist to lead a dynamic Ecology team within a forward-thinking environmental consultancy. This Principal Ornithologist role involves delivering high-quality ornithological advice on impactful projects across the low-carbon economy.
Principal Ornithologist Benefits:
- Competitive salary with additional benefits, including performance bonuses.
- Flexible working arrangements with options for hybrid home/office setup.
- Opportunities for career progression and involvement in cutting-edge projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage medium to large-scale projects, delivering Environmental Impact Assessments and Habitat Regulations Appraisals.
- Innovate and enhance service offerings in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and clients, using your excellent communication skills.
- Drive expertise in modelling techniques such as collision risk and spatial modelling.
- Mentor junior staff and provide expert technical advice.
Principal Ornithologist Requirements:
- Extensive ornithological experience with a focus on sustainable development.
- Strong knowledge of UK legislation and EIA.
- Degree in ecology or a related field
- Full driving licence and car
- Right to work in the UK
If you are interested in this or other opportunities in Ecology, please feel free to send your CV to Joe at or contact . We have numerous additional vacancies listed on our website. This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency for this role.