Ecologist/Ornithologist – Newcastle

We are looking for an Ecologist with 1.5+ years full-time experience working in nature conservation or ecological consultancy to join our experienced and friendly Newcastle team, and one of the most successful and well-established independent ecological consultancies in the UK. We will work with you to develop your skills in all aspects of ecology and consultancy through mentoring and a comprehensive internal training programme.

We are particularly looking for candidates with a specialist interest in ornithology who would like to develop their skills in this area further. We have a range of projects for you to get involved with including wader and farmland bird studies.

Our Newcastle office is attractively placed on the riverside with excellent transport links and local amenities.

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 (1.5+ years full-time experience working in ecological consultancy)
• A broad ecological skill-set and, ideally, a protected species licences
• A working knowledge of current and evolving wildlife policy and legislation
• Confidence in written and verbal communication
• Some project management and client liaison skills
• 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