Ecologist - Scotland - £28,000 - £50,000 + Company Vehicle + Benefits

Ecologist - Scotland -£28,000 - £50,000 +Company Vehicle + Benefits

Based from either the Stirling or Nairn area, this position reports directly to the Head of Ecology and plays a key role in leading ecological projects, advising internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring high environmental standards across a varied portfolio of land management and development projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting to make a meaningful environmental and social impact within a commercially focused organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Representing and promoting high environmental standards
• Delivering ecological services aligned to client and business objectives
• Undertaking and managing ecological surveys (habitats and protected species)
• Analysing survey data and preparing technical reports and assessments
• Managing ecological and protected species licence applications
• Carrying out Ecological Clerk of Works (ECoW) duties
• Managing project budgets, timelines and resources
• Advising on environmental legislation and regulatory compliance
• Supporting forestry and land management operations on ecological matters
• Supervising and mentoring colleagues on ecological best practice

The Candidate

• Relevant qualification in ecology, environmental science, land use or related discipline
• Membership of (or working towards) CIEEM or equivalent professional body
• Proven experience delivering and coordinating ecological surveys (habitats, protected species, birds, reptiles)

The Package

• Salary £28,000 - £50,000 DOE
• Company vehicle (business & private use)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance

Please email your CV to Charlotte Powell, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, .