Lead Aquatic Ecologist – Rivers & Hydrology

Adler & Allan; Leeds; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme

Life insurance

Discounted gym membership

Paid professional memberships

Clothing allowance

Performance rewards and long service

Free parking

Regular social and company events

Job summary

Thomson seeks an Aquatic Consultant to join our Water team. You will lead and deliver aquatic ecology and hydro-ecology surveys, manage complex projects, and prepare technical reports for regulatory and investigative standards in riverine and estuarine environments.

Based anywhere across England or Wales, you will coordinate field surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and support business development through tenders and quotes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aquatic ecology, hydro-ecology, or related fields.
• Strong technical knowledge of ecology / hydro-ecology survey techniques, assessments, legislation, and project management.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and ownership / access to a car with business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver aquatic ecology and/ or hydrology projects, including macroinvertebrate surveys and consenting projects with supporting environmental assessments.
• Produce high quality reporting and assessment deliverables for clients, within allocated time and budget constraints.
• Coordinate field surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and ensure compliance with Thomson’s methods.
• Assist in business development by preparing tenders, quotes, and supporting revenue growth.
• Stay updated on ecology / hydrology relevant legislation and survey techniques, for continuous professional development.

Skills

Aquatic ecology

Hydro-ecology

Project management

Communication

Independent work

Job description

Thomson seeks an Aquatic Consultant to join our Water team. You will lead and deliver aquatic ecology and hydro-ecology surveys, manage complex projects, and prepare technical reports for regulatory and investigative standards in riverine and estuarine environments.

Based anywhere across England or Wales, you will coordinate field surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and support business development through tenders and quotes.