Senior Ecologist

Astell Associates; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected ecological consultancy in Aberdeen seeks a Senior Ecologist to lead projects and mentor junior staff. The role involves managing ecological assessments and ensuring compliance with regulations, requiring a relevant degree and at least five years' experience in consultancy. Join a dedicated team committed to ecological sustainability while delivering high-quality services.

Benefits

Flexible Toil policy

Company pension contribution

CPD training and paid support with professional membership

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in ecology consultancy.
• Holder of one or more protected species licences.
• Full membership of CIEEM (or working toward).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ecology projects including surveys and assessments.
• Consult with interdisciplinary teams and ensure project progression.
• Mentor junior staff and develop effective working practices.

Skills

Survey skills

Project management

Communication

Education

Relevant degree or master's in ecology

Tools

QGIS

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Ecologist

Location: Aberdeen, AB12
Salary: Competitive DOE
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Benefits: Flexible Toil policy, Company pension contribution, CPD training and paid support with professional membership

About us:

Astell Associates is a small company based in Aberdeen, Scotland. We are a respected ecological and arboricultural consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high quality ecological services in the north of Scotland.

We have a diverse client base and are committed to balancing sensitive development with ecological sustainability.

Job Role:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Ecologist to join our close-knit team of enthusiastic professionals. This is a key role offering the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior staff and contribute to the future development of the company.
This is a full-time post with flexibility to work additional/anti-social hours when required.

Main Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for leading and managing ecology projects, including:

• Preliminary Ecological Appraisals
• Ecological Impact Assessments
• Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments
• Protected Species Surveys, Licensing & Mitigation Strategies
• Tree Surveys and Tree Management Recommendations

You will play an active role in:

• Generating new business and the preparation of quotations and proposals for new projects
• Consulting with sub-contractors, interdisciplinary teams, and conservation bodies
• Ensuring the steady progression of projects by coordinating work in-house and with
• clients and contractors
• Providing mentoring and support to junior team members, helping to develop company
• processes and efficient working practices
• Operating at all times in accordance with the CIEEM Professional Code of Conduct

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Relevant degree or master's qualification in ecology or closely related subject
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, ideally within consultancy
• Excellent survey skills, including UK Habitat Classification
• Strong report writing, communication and project management skills
• Knowledge of and ability to produce BNG assessments
• Working knowledge of QGIS, ArcGIS and AutoCAD
• Understanding of current UK/Scottish nature conservation legislation and planning policy
• Full membership of CIEEM (or working toward)
• Holder of one or more protected species licences
• Fluent English speaker
• Full driving licence

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.

No agencies please.