Job Detail

Ecologist

• Field: Medical & Pharmaceutical
• Deadline: 2026-04-03 11:04
• Nationwide

We are seeking motivated ecologists at all levels to support a growing ecological consultancy team working across a variety of development and infrastructure projects.

The role is predominantly field based and will involve survey work across different sites and habitats. This may include early starts, occasional night work, weekend work and bank holidays depending on project and seasonal survey requirements.

Why join us?
• Opportunity to build experience across a wide range of habitats and protected species surveys
• Predominantly field-based role with strong technical exposure
• Structured support, mentoring and training from an experienced ecology team
• Clear progression pathways and support towards licences and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

The role
The successful candidates will support and deliver field ecology work across multiple projects, with responsibilities typically including:
• Undertaking site-based ecological surveys and data collection in line with current best practice and guidance
• Assisting with, or leading, site-specific ecological appraisals and walkover surveys
• Supporting habitat and species protection and implementing mitigation measures on site
• Acting as Ecological Clerk of Works where required, advising site teams on compliance
• Carrying out Phase 2 habitat surveys and protected species scoping surveys
• Identifying and recording invasive non-native species and advising on management approaches
• Collecting data to support Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and ecological reporting
• Accurately recording survey data and contributing to reports under the guidance of senior staff

Key attributes
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Flexible and willing to work away from home when required, including variable hours
• Confident communicator with the ability to work independently in the field
• Adaptable, with the ability to respond effectively to changing site conditions

Salary (approximate, dependent on experience)
Graduate Ecologist: £28,000 per annum
Assistant Ecologist: £33,000 per annum
Ecologist: £38,000 per annum
Senior Ecologist: £42,000 per annum