Principal Ecologist & Project Lead - Mentor & Grow Team

Access Talent Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing environmental consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to manage ecological surveys and mentor junior staff. You will play a key role in developing the company's projects and ensuring high-quality delivery. Candidates should hold protected species licences and have prior experience in managing ecological assessments. The company offers flexible working arrangements and is focused on finding the right fit for their team.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity to shape the company's future

Qualifications

• Hold protected species licences, ideally a level 2 Bat Licence.
• Have previous experience managing ecological surveys.
• Comfortable training and mentoring junior consultants.
• CIEEM membership is required.

Responsibilities

• Win and deliver a range of ecological surveys and assessments.
• Help in training and mentoring junior consultants.
• Lead in managing your own projects.
• Deliver desktop surveys, protected species and habitat surveys.

Skills

Protected species licences

Managing a range of surveys

Training and leading junior staff

CIEEM membership

Job description

A growing environmental consultancy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to manage ecological surveys and mentor junior staff. You will play a key role in developing the company's projects and ensuring high-quality delivery. Candidates should hold protected species licences and have prior experience in managing ecological assessments. The company offers flexible working arrangements and is focused on finding the right fit for their team.