Consultant / Senior Ecologist

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Professional development

Membership/licence support

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd, a well-established ecological consultancy, is seeking a Consultant or Senior Ecologist to join its expanding team in the UK. You will deliver ecological projects, support clients through the planning process, and provide expert ecological advice to ensure high technical delivery.

You will take ownership of projects from inception to completion, with involvement in fieldwork, reporting, and client interaction.

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable ecological consultancy experience.
• Strong field survey experience with habitat and protected species surveys.
• Proven report writing experience (PEAs and EIA reports).
• Solid understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy.
• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines; full UK driving licence.
• For senior level: project and client management experience; mentoring knowledge.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain principles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ecological projects and support clients through planning.
• Take ownership of projects from inception to completion.
• Conduct fieldwork, reporting, and client interactions.
• Contribute to business growth and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Ecology

Field surveys

Report writing

Wildlife legislation

Project management

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

26/09/2026

About this job

Your new company A well-established and growing ecological consultancy is looking to appoint a Consultant or Senior Ecologist to join its expanding team.

The organisation delivers high-quality ecological services across a wide range of projects, supporting clients within the planning and development sectors.

Known for its pragmatic and commercially aware approach, the business offers a supportive environment with strong opportunities for career progression.

Your new role As a Consultant or Senior Ecologist, you will play a key role in the delivery of ecological projects, supporting clients through the planning process and providing expert ecological advice.

Depending on your level of experience, you will take ownership of projects from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery to a high technical standard.

You will be involved in a broad mix of fieldwork, reporting, and client interaction, contributing to both project delivery and wider business growth.

What you'll need to succeed A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline Demonstrable experience within ecological consultancy Strong field survey experience, including habitat and protected species surveys Proven experience in report writing, including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals and Ecological Impact Assessments A sound understanding of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines Full UK driving licence For senior-level applicants, you will ideally also have: Experience managing projects and client relationships Protected species survey licences (e.g. bats, great crested newts) Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) principles

What you get in return Competitive salary of £30,000 - £42,000 (DOE) Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Ongoing professional development and training Support towards professional memberships and protected species licences Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects A collaborative and supportive working environment