Senior Ecologist

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ecological consultancy is seeking a Senior Ecologist to lead the development of their in-house Ecology team. The role involves managing ecological projects, conducting surveys, and liaising with stakeholders. This is an opportunity to shape the future of the team while working within a supportive environment offering comprehensive benefits and career progression.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Onsite gym

Bonus scheme for new clients

Financial support for memberships

Career progression and development budget

Enhanced maternity/paternity policy

Close-knit team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Ecologist.
• Confident to lead on ecological projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead smaller ecological surveys from conception to completion.
• Collaborate with external Ecologists on larger projects.
• Conduct BNG Assessments and report writing.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Degree in Environmental or relevant subject

Job description

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Hays

Location:

bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Your new company
An arboricultural consultancy that specialise in providing tree surveys and reports for planning, development and risk management. Technical experts with the knowledge and resources to solve complex problems for their client across residential, industrial, educational, hospitality and private owners.
They currently offer Arboriculture services in house and Ecological / BNG services through a subcontracted business. Based in Macclesfield, they have a large presence in the north west and venture across the nation for a diverse scope of projects.
Your new role
They have decided to bring some of the Ecological services in house with the aim of eventually having a full Ecology team, you'll be the first Ecologist in the business so will help to shape the Ecology team for the future. Although you are the only official ecologist in this organisation, you'll work closely with the in house arboriculture team and external ecologists on larger projects.
Typical duties could include...

• Leading on smaller surveys from conception to completion
• Working with external Ecologists on larger projects
• BNG Assessments
• PEA's, HRA's and Protected species surveying
• Report writing on a large range of ecological issues
• Liaising with stakeholders, external subcontractors, colleagues and clients

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree in an Environmental or relevant subject
• Previous experience as an Ecologist
• Confident to lead on the full lifecycle of ecological projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to help grow and lead a team
• A full UK driving license

What you'll get in return

• Fully comprehensive healthcare (no excess)
• Gym in the office
• Bonus scheme for bringing new clients with you
• Financial support on memberships with industry bodies
• Career progression and development budget
• Enhanced maternity / paternity policy
• Working with a close-knit team

What you need to do now
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