Senior Ecologist
- Stirling
- 35,000 - 40,000 Annual
- Permanent
Senior Ecologist
Perth £35,000–£40,000 Hybrid
A small, specialist environmental consultancy in Perth is looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist. With a close-knit team of fewer than five people - including consultants with almost 30 years of experience - this is an opportunity to work directly alongside highly skilled practitioners and gain exposure to a wide range of ecological and environmental projects across Scotland.
About the Consultancy
The business has grown from decades of successful environmental practice, built on a clear, evidence-led and jargon-free approach. The team delivers ecological, hydrological, contamination and rehabilitation studies for both public and private sector clients at local and national scale.
Their ethos centres on:
- Clear communication and early engagement
- Tailored, pragmatic and achievable solutions
- Strong client relationships built on trust and transparency
- High-quality, affordable environmental services
The consultancy’s expertise spans multiple disciplines, including:
- Aquatic science
- Ecology and ornithology
- Biodiversity Net Gain
- Water quality
- Hydrology
- Peatland restoration
- Blue-green algae control
- Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
- Air quality
- Forestry and habitat management
Role Responsibilities
As Senior Ecologist, you will play a key role in delivering ecological input across a varied project portfolio. Responsibilities include:
- Leading ecological surveys and fieldwork
- Managing small to medium-sized projects and client communication
- Preparing and reviewing technical reports, assessments and licence applications
- Supporting habitat management and restoration programmes
- Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues
- Contributing to project planning, scheduling and operational delivery
What’s on Offer
- £35,000–£40,000 DOE
- Hybrid working with flexibility
- Paid training and CPD
- Professional membership fees covered
- Varied and meaningful project work across Scotland
- Close collaboration with highly experienced consultants