SENIOR ECOLOGIST,

BSG Ecology Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy in Newport is looking for a Senior Ecologist to manage complex projects and mentor junior staff. The role requires at least three years of ecological consultancy experience, project management skills, and a relevant degree. Benefits include a competitive salary, private healthcare, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Company-funded social events

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of ecological consultancy experience.
• Broad ecological skill set with protected species licences preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex ecological projects.
• Collaborate with the team for skill development through mentoring.
• Support client liaison for high-quality ecological services.

Skills

Ecological consultancy experience

Communication skills

Project management

Understanding of wildlife policy

Education

BSc or MSc in a relevant subject

Job description

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Overview

SENIOR ECOLOGIST, NEWPORT – £33,000 – £42,000 (35 hr week). This is a great opportunity to join our friendly and supportive team in Newport, one of the UK’s largest and most experienced independent ecological consultancies. You will undertake complex, high-profile and ecologically interesting projects and develop your skills across ecology and consultancy through mentoring, a structured review process and a tailored training programme. We are particularly looking for more experienced candidates with a specialist interest in ornithology and an aptitude for project management, including detailed bird survey programmes for a strong renewable energy portfolio in Wales.

In addition to a competitive salary and 25 days (excluding bank holidays) annual leave, benefits include private healthcare, company-funded social events, long service rewards and health and wellbeing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for complex, high-profile ecological projects.
• Collaborate with the team to develop skills across ecology and consultancy through mentoring and a structured training programme.
• Support project management and client liaison as part of delivering high-quality ecological services.
• Contribute to detailed programmes of bird survey, particularly in the context of the renewable energy portfolio in Wales.

What We Are Looking For / Qualifications

• Relevant professional ecological experience (ideally including at least three full years of ecological consultancy)
• A broad ecological skill-set and, ideally, one or more protected species licences
• Knowledge and understanding of the planning system and current and evolving wildlife policy and legislation
• Confidence in written and verbal communication
• Effective project management and client liaison skills
• The ability to identify, understand, and resolve ecological issues
• Enthusiasm for ecology and the environment in the UK
• The desire to promote high professional standards in ecology
• An organised approach to work, flexibility and a high level of motivation
• A good BSc and / or MSc in a relevant subject
• A full driving licence and access to your own transport

How to Apply

Please send a CV, along with a covering letter telling us about yourself and what you feel you will bring to our team to Rowena Scott-Campbell ([e-mail]) by Monday 13th October 2025.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Why work for BSG Ecology?

• We are a 100% employee-owned company with a focus on long-term independent ownership and employee interests.
• We are a multi-award-winning consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability.
• Ecologists work on projects across sectors including heritage, renewable energy, residential, leisure and minerals, with a diverse client base.
• We invest in training and career development through internal training and mentoring.
• Health and safety and staff wellbeing are priorities, with flexible working arrangements and TOIL policies.
• We use sophisticated cloud-based project management and GIS systems to enable remote and multi-office work.

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