Environmental Advisor (Ecologist)

Pertemps Specialist Talent Solutions; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and defence organisation is seeking an experienced Ecologist based in Glasgow to enhance their sustainability and environmental team. The role involves providing environmental compliance and sustainability advice, managing protected species, and performing field work across Scotland. Candidates must have at least 2 years' experience, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including matched pension and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlement

Matched pension with life assurance

Digital GP service and wellness support

Professional fees paid

Share scheme

Volunteering leave

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working as an Ecologist.
• Confident with field-based ecological surveying and protected species.
• Full UK driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental and sustainability advice to teams.
• Manage and monitor ecological features like protected species.
• Develop and maintain site Environmental Management Plan.
• Support environmental emergency preparedness.
• Conduct regular field work in varied outdoor settings.

Skills

Ecological field skills

Field-based ecological surveying

Knowledge of UK environmental regulations

Flexible working hours

Education

Relevant degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Job Title: Ecologist
Location: Cadder Yard, Glasgow (Hybrid & Multi-site Across Scotland)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 35 hours per week

About the Role

We are working in partnership with a leading engineering and defence organisation to recruit an experienced Ecologist into their expanding sustainability and environmental team. This position is based out of Cadder Yard in Glasgow, with regular travel to sites across Scotland. Applications are welcomed from candidates with strong ecological field skills who enjoy working outdoors and supporting practical delivery as well as compliance and reporting.

This is a hands‑on role where you will be directly involved in delivering the environmental compliance and sustainability strategy for major rail projects. You will support operational teams on the ground, ensuring project activities meet environmental legislation, ISO 14001 standards, and wider sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist environmental and sustainability advice to internal teams and external stakeholders
• Lead the management and monitoring of ecological features, including protected species such as bats and badgers
• Develop and maintain the site Environmental Management Plan, Environmental Risk Profile, and Aspects & Impacts Register
• Drive continuous improvement within the compliance management system
• Support environmental emergency preparedness and response planning
• Conduct regular field work in varied outdoor environments and weather conditions
• Travel across Scotland as required, including occasional night work to support project needs

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years' experience working as an Ecologist
• Confident with field-based ecological surveying, including experience with protected species (e.g. bats, badger setts)
• Strong understanding of UK environmental regulations and compliance requirements
• Flexible approach to working hours and travel demands
• Full UK driving licence essential

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of work, the ability to obtain UK Security Clearance may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive holiday entitlement
• Matched pension with life assurance
• Digital GP service, wellness support, and annual health checks
• Retail and lifestyle savings
• Professional fees paid
• Share scheme
• Volunteering leave
• Excellent development and career progression opportunities

Interested?

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