SENIOR ECOLOGIST, NEWPORT – £30,000 – £42, hr week)
The Opportunity
This is a great opportunity to join our friendly and supportive team in Newport and one of the UK's largest and most experienced independent ecological consultancies.
You will take responsibility for complex, high-profile and ecologically interesting projects. We will work with you to develop your skills in all aspects of ecology and consultancy work through mentoring, a structured review process and tailored training programme.
We are particularly looking for more experienced candidates with a specialist interest in ornithology and an aptitude for project management. We have a very strong renewable energy portfolio in Wales and this requires detailed programmes of bird survey.
In addition to a competitive salary and 25 days (excluding bank holidays) annual leave, we offer benefits that include private healthcare, company-funded social events, long service rewards and health and wellbeing benefits.
Why work for BSG Ecology?
* We are a 100% employee-owned company. We have taken the positive step to employee-ownership to help us to ensure that the company remains independent for the long-term and that the interests and values of the business are maintained for the benefit of current and future employees.
* We are a multi-award winning, highly respected, industry leading consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability amongst our clients and fellow professionals.
* All our ecologists have the opportunity to work on projects across a wide range of sectors including heritage, renewable energy, residential, leisure and minerals and with a diverse range of clients.
* We are committed to investing in training and career development. We have a structured programme of internal training for new starters that is complemented by additional external training and mentoring.
* Health and safety and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do. We recognise the importance of maintaining a good work life balance. We do this through careful resourcing of work, the implementation of robust TOIL policies and flexible working arrangements.
* We have sophisticated cloud-based project management and tailored GIS systems, allowing us to work across offices and remotely.
What We Are Looking For
You Will Have
* Relevant professional ecological experience (ideally including at least three full years of ecological consultancy)
* A broad ecological skill-set and, ideally, one or more protected species licences
* Knowledge and understanding of the planning system and current and evolving wildlife policy and legislation
* Confidence in written and verbal communication
* Effective project management and client liaison skills
* The ability to identify, understand, and resolve ecological issues
* Enthusiasm for ecology and the environment in the UK
* The desire to promote high professional standards in ecology
* An organised approach to work, flexibility and a high level of motivation
* A good BSc and / or MSc in a relevant subject
* A full driving licence and access to your own transport
How To Apply
Please send a CV, along with a covering letter telling us about yourself and what you feel you will bring to our team to Rowena Scott-Campbell ) by Monday 13th October 2025.