Ecologist

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy is seeking an enthusiastic Ecologist to join their Cardiff team. This contract role offers flexibility and the chance to work on nationally significant projects that enhance biodiversity and sustainability. Candidates should possess a degree in ecology, strong survey skills, and preferably CIEEM membership. Experience in a collaborative environment will be beneficial.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunity for professional development

Support for remote working

Qualifications

• Membership of CIEEM is preferred.
• Ability to lead protected species surveys at a CIEEM Capable level.
• FISC Level 3+ or equivalent field identification skills is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out ecological field surveys.
• Analyse survey data.
• Act as Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW).
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Protected species survey skills

Strong communication skills

Teamworking skills

Education

Degree in ecology or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Ecologist
Location: Cardiff
Type: Contract (up to 12 months, with potential to extend); hybrid/flexible working available

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Ecologist to support their growing Cardiff-based team. You’ll contribute to a wide variety of nationally significant projects that deliver real benefits for biodiversity, society, and sustainable development. Working within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, you’ll have opportunities to influence innovative approaches and award-winning ecological outcomes.

About the Client

Our client is a renowned infrastructure and engineering consultancy, consistently recognised among the top UK employers. They are deeply committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and offer a truly flexible working culture. Their ecological team has delivered industry-leading work across the UK, and you’ll be joining a group known for knowledge sharing, innovation and collaborative success.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out ecological field surveys
• Analyse and interpret survey data
• Act as Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders

What Our Client is Looking For

• A degree in ecology or a related field
• Membership of CIEEM (Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management)
• Strong protected species survey skills – especially hazel dormouse
• Ability to lead protected species surveys (CIEEM Capable level)
• FISC Level 3+ (desirable) or equivalent field identification skills
• Protected species licences (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• Full UK/EEC driving licence

What Our Client Offers

• A flexible, inclusive working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to award-winning, high-profile ecological work
• Support for remote working and work-life balance
• Expenses covered in line with company policy
• A culture that promotes professional development, innovation, and wellbeing

Eligibility

• Immediate start available
• No formal vetting required

Opportunity for Growth

This is a contract role (initially up to 12 months) with the possibility of extension. You’ll gain valuable experience across nationally significant infrastructure projects, working within a forward-thinking team that champions innovation, sustainability, and long-term career development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.