Railway Ecologist: Biodiversity & Field Surveys

Network Rail; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail Scotland is seeking a dedicated ecologist to join our in-house ecology team. Play a hands-on role delivering ecological expertise across Scotland's Railway, aligning Network Rail standards with environmental best practice.

The role covers vegetation management, geotechnical work, maintenance and renewal projects, and contributes to the wider ecology strategy. A professional ecologist with CIEEM Associate level and licences is preferred.

Qualifications

• A relevant higher degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biological Sciences, or other Environmental Sciences.
• Good understanding of UK/EU wildlife legislation and best practice guidance.
• Able to identify baseline ecological constraints during site visits.
• Experience with standard survey protocols and methodologies.
• Ability to complete rare species surveys and write robust reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide ecological advice to project managers, site managers, engineers and planners.
• Undertake ecological field surveys including protected species surveys and habitats assessments.
• Produce robust ecological reports and environmental documentation.
• Design mitigation measures and support licensing processes.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

Higher degree in Ecology

Zoology degree

Biological Sciences degree

Tools

ISO 14001 knowledge

Job description

Network Rail Scotland is seeking a dedicated ecologist to join our in-house ecology team. Play a hands-on role delivering ecological expertise across Scotland's Railway, aligning Network Rail standards with environmental best practice.

The role covers vegetation management, geotechnical work, maintenance and renewal projects, and contributes to the wider ecology strategy. A professional ecologist with CIEEM Associate level and licences is preferred.