Graduate Ecologist - Water - 2026 (Leeds)

targetjobs UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm is seeking a Graduate Ecologist to join their team in Leeds for a 2026 Graduate Programme. The successful candidate will perform fieldwork, conduct ecological surveys, and prepare high-quality technical reports. This role is perfect for recent graduates passionate about the water industry and environmental solutions. Full-time employment with a competitive salary and benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong interest in the water industry.
• Ability to conduct habitat classification.
• Experience with protected species assessments.

Responsibilities

• Undertake fieldwork and office-based tasks across ecosystems.
• Conduct ecological surveys and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Fieldwork

Ecological surveys

Technical reporting

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Zoology

Bachelor's degree in Ecology

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences

Job description

Graduate Ecologist - Water - 2026 (Leeds)

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Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what's possible.

Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what's possible.

Application Deadline

Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your Role

We are looking for a Graduate Ecologist to be based in Leeds, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme. Our national success in securing major Water Company frameworks has ignited growth within our ecology team. We're seeking passionate and talented ecologists to deliver innovative environmental solutions across the water industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake fieldwork and office-based tasks across terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
• Conduct ecological surveys, including habitat classification and protected species assessments.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports such as ecological appraisals, ecological impact assessments, and protected species survey reports.
  
  

About You

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. We welcome applications from graduates with a strong interest in the water industry and a Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines:

• Biology
• Zoology
• Ecology
• Geography
• Environmental Sciences
  
  

Personal Attributes

• A perseverer: composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• An adapter: calm in new and changing situations, able to switch between a variety of dynamic tasks.
• Focused: able to tune out distractions and perform effectively in any situation.
• Collaborative: works effectively with a wide range of people, considering others' perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• Eager to learn: learns from experiences and the world around you, anticipating how situations may unfold.
  
  

Work Pattern

Graduates are expected to be in the office 4 days per week to ensure you receive sufficient time with your team and the appropriate level of support.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract, demonstrating our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment, Early Careers peer group, and wider Employee Resource Group network
  
  

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We address today's challenges while keeping a fairer, better tomorrow in sight—delivering clean growth, supporting radical changes in our economy, and meeting the needs of future communities.

Equal Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations, or any other condition of employment. Stantec complies with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Inclusion and Accessibility

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

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