Graduate Ecologist

tsu.edu; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is offering a Graduate Ecologist role in Belfast as part of our Next Gen Talent development programme. You’ll gain hands-on experience on real projects while benefiting from structured learning, mentoring and Chartership support.

Based in Belfast with hybrid working options, you’ll join an award-winning ecology team supporting habitat surveys, data analysis and report writing while developing the skills and experience needed for a successful long-term career with Tetra Tech.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 degree in ecology, conservation or related discipline.
• Student or qualifying member of CIEEM (or working towards).
• Good written and verbal communication; field survey and mitigation understanding.
• Willingness for flexible hours, travel and UK driving licence (ideally with vehicle).
• SC clearance and DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Support habitat and protected species surveys in the field.
• Assist desktop studies, data analysis and report writing.
• Contribute to fee proposals and multidisciplinary projects.
• Collaborate with planners, archaeologists, landscape architects and engineers.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Field surveys

Report writing

Education

2:1 degree in ecology or related

CIEEM membership (or working towards)

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Graduate Ecologist

Graduate Ecologist
Location: Belfast
Start Date: September 2027

Joining Tetra Tech as a graduate is more than starting a new job – you’ll become part of our Next Gen Talent development programme, designed to support you as you build your career with us. Alongside hands‑on experience and exposure to real projects, you’ll benefit from a structured programme of regular learning, training and development opportunities, helping you grow your technical and professional skills as you progress.

You’ll be supported throughout your development by experienced colleagues, giving you the opportunity to learn, build your network and develop the skills and experience needed for a successful long‑term career with Tetra Tech.

Joining Tetra Tech as a graduate is more than starting a new job – you’ll become part of our Next Gen Talent development programme, designed to support you as you build your career with us. Alongside hands‑on experience and exposure to real projects, you’ll benefit from a structured programme of regular learning, training and development opportunities, helping you grow your technical and professional skills as you progress.

You’ll be supported throughout your development by experienced colleagues, giving you the opportunity to learn, build your network and develop the skills and experience needed for a successful long‑term career with Tetra Tech.

Looking to turn your passion for ecology into a career where you can help shape places, projects and biodiversity outcomes? Join an award‑winning ecology team and build your technical and consultancy skills from day one.

Purpose & Scope of the Role
Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy delivering data‑driven solutions across water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development. Our UK and Europe business includes over 6,000 people and 50+ offices, combining local delivery with global capability. This Graduate Ecologist role sits within our award‑winning Ecology team, supporting a national team of 90+ ecologists working across a wide range of projects and sectors. You’ll gain training, mentoring, Chartership support and access to our Early Careers Programme.

Your Impact in this position
You’ll support highly skilled ecologists with habitat and protected species surveys, including bats, reptiles, amphibians, otters and barn owls, alongside desktop studies, data analysis, report writing and fee proposals. You’ll also work with colleagues across the wider business on multidisciplinary projects, helping deliver practical, high‑quality ecological solutions.

5 Core Capabilities
Survey Delivery – Support habitat and protected species surveys in the field, building confidence and fieldcraft.
Desktop Studies & Data Analysis – Review site information, analyse findings and contribute to robust ecological assessment.
Report Writing – Help prepare clear, accurate reports and supporting project documentation.
Consultancy Skills – Develop your client‑facing and professional consultancy approach with expert mentoring.
Teamworking & Collaboration – Work closely with planners, archaeologists, landscape architects, masterplanners and engineers.

Training, Qualifications & Experience
You’ll need a minimum 2:1 degree in ecology, conservation or a related discipline, and be a student or qualifying member of CIEEM (or working towards this). Good written and verbal communication, an understanding of ecological survey and mitigation, willingness to work flexible/unsociable hours, travel, and a valid UK driving licence (ideally with vehicle access) are essential. SC clearance and DBS check required.

Working Environment
Based in Belfast, with flexible and hybrid working supported in line with project needs. As a graduate role, you’ll be expected to spend more time in the office initially to support learning and development. You’ll be expected to attend offices, sites and events as required, and some time in the office will be needed initially to support learning, collaboration and development.

Application Closing Date: 31st October 2026
Assessment Centre to be held: February 2027