Graduate Ecologist

Tetra Tech Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical consultancy in the UK seeks a Graduate Ecologist to join its Early Careers Programme. The role offers training in ecological survey practices and report writing, supporting senior ecologists on various projects. Candidates should have a minimum 2:1 degree in ecology or a related field, with excellent communication skills and a willingness to travel. Opportunities for mentoring and Chartership support are provided.

Benefits

Mentoring opportunities

Chartership support

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in ecology, conservation, or related discipline.
• Understanding of ecological survey principles.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and travel.

Responsibilities

• Support senior ecologists on habitat and protected species surveys.
• Develop field craft and consultancy skills as part of a team.
• Contribute to fee proposals and project delivery.

Skills

Ecological survey principles

Good communication skills

Flexible working hours

Willingness to travel

Education

Minimum 2:1 Degree in ecology or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Graduate Ecologist role at Tetra Tech Europe. Join a leading technical, engineering, and environmental consultancy delivering data-driven water, environment, infrastructure, energy, and international development solutions in the UK and Europe.

Tetra Tech operates with a global support network while maintaining a nimble, local presence with over 6,000 employees and more than 50 offices in the UK and Europe. We value collaboration, performance, innovation, and creativity, and provide a pathway for early career development.

Role Title

Graduate Ecologist

Start Date

Summer 2026

Location

Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Cumbria

Role Description

Are you looking to put your academic learning into practice and turn your passion for Ecology into a career? This role offers training and mentoring to develop field craft and consultancy skills from a team of ecology experts, with exposure to a range of habitat and protected species surveys, desktop studies, data analysis, and report writing. The position is part of Tetra Techs Early Careers Programme, with opportunities for mentoring, Chartership support, bonuses, and more.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist senior ecologists on habitat and protected species surveys (including bats, reptiles, amphibians, otters, barn owls), desktop studies, data analysis, and report writing.
• Develop field craft and consultancy skills as part of a professional ecology team.
• Contribute to fee proposals and project delivery in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Work with colleagues across the wider business on multi-disciplinary opportunities and projects.

About the Ecology Team

Over 90 permanent ecologists across 14 offices, offering internal and external training and mentoring. The team emphasizes flexible working, career progression, and opportunities to achieve Chartered Ecologist status through CIEEM.

Qualifications / Skills

• Minimum 2:1 Degree or equivalent in ecology, conservation, or a related discipline.
• Student or qualifying member of CIEEM (or evidence of working towards it).
• Understanding of ecological survey principles and mitigation work.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional early mornings.
• Willingness to travel for work and valid UK driving licence (vehicle access preferred).
• Ability to obtain SC clearance and DBS check.

Other Details

Application Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Assessment Centre: February 2026

We offer flexibility around where and when you work, with office or site attendance as required to deliver the role. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and can discuss reasonable adjustments in the application process.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

Employment Type

• Full-time

Seniority Level

• Internship