Senior Ecologist Perth £35,000–£40,000 Hybrid
About the Consultancy
A small, specialist environmental consultancy in Perth is looking to appoint a Senior Ecologist. With a close‐knit team of fewer than five people— including consultants with almost 30 years of experience—this is an opportunity to work directly alongside highly skilled practitioners and gain exposure to a wide range of ecological and environmental projects across Scotland.
The business has grown from decades of successful environmental practice, built on a clear, evidence‐led and jargon‐free approach. The team delivers ecological, hydrological, contamination and rehabilitation studies for both public and private sector clients at local and national scale.
Their ethos centres on:
* Clear communication and early engagement
* Tailored, pragmatic and achievable solutions
* Strong client relationships built on trust and transparency
* High‐quality, affordable environmental services
The consultancy's expertise spans multiple disciplines, including:
* Aquatic science
* Ecology and ornithology
* Biodiversity Net Gain
* Water quality
* Hydrology
* Peatland restoration
* Blue‐green algae control
* Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW)
* Air quality
* Forestry and habitat management
Role Responsibilities
* Leading ecological surveys and fieldwork
* Managing small to medium‐sized projects and client communication
* Preparing and reviewing technical reports, assessments and licence applications
* Supporting habitat management and restoration programmes
* Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues
* Contributing to project planning, scheduling and operational delivery
What's on Offer
* £35,000–£40,000 DOE
* Hybrid working with flexibility
* Paid training and CPD
* Professional membership fees covered
* Varied and meaningful project work across Scotland
* Close collaboration with highly experienced consultants
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