Senior Ecologist

TipTopJob; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Training support

Career progression

Company pension

Volunteer days

Wellbeing initiatives

Social events

Parental leave

Protected species licences support

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a Senior Ecologist for a Newcastle-based role within a well-established environmental consultancy. You will lead ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting, guiding projects from inception to completion while mentoring junior ecologists and supporting business development.

The successful candidate will work across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and conservation developments, collaborating with planners, developers, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven consultancy experience within the ecology sector.
• Strong report writing and project management capabilities.
• Protected species survey licences (desirable).
• Membership of CIEEM (preferred).
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ecological surveys, assessments, and technical reporting.
• Carry out protected species surveys and habitat assessments.
• Manage projects, budgets, and client relationships.
• Mentor junior members of the ecology team.

Skills

Report writing

Project management

Communication

Mentoring juniors

Education

Degree in Ecology or Environmental Science

Job description

Senior Ecologist : Newcastle

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist to join a well:established and expanding environmental consultancy in Newcastle. This role is perfectly suited to a motivated ecologist looking to progress their career within a collaborative, supportive, and environmentally focused organisation.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in delivering a wide variety of ecological projects throughout the UK, supporting residential, commercial, infrastructure, and conservation developments. Working alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to guide projects from initial stages through to completion, while mentoring junior ecologists and contributing to the ongoing growth of the ecology team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Paid professional memberships and training support
• Structured career progression opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Paid volunteering days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Regular social events and team away days
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Support towards protected species licences and chartership

As a Senior Ecologist, Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Leading and managing ecological surveys, assessments, and technical reporting
• Carrying out protected species surveys and habitat assessments
• Managing projects, budgets, and client relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the ecology team
• Assisting with business development and tender submissions
• Liaising with planners, developers, and key stakeholders
• Ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and to a high technical standard

Requirements

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Proven consultancy experience within the ecology sector
• Strong report writing and project management capabilities
• Protected species survey licences (desirable)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Membership of CIEEM (preferred)
• A full UK driving licence

This is an excellent opportunity to join a passionate and forward:thinking consultancy dedicated to delivering high:quality ecological solutions and promoting biodiversity and sustainable development.