Ecologist
Echoes Ecology Ltd
Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join our experienced team and support the delivery of our varied workload. Echoes Ecology is a well-established consultancy with nearly 20 years of success. Our reputation is built on a strong team of professional ecologists with a wide range of expertise. We deliver high-quality, practical solutions for our clients on a variety of project types including renewable energy, quarrying, housing developments, forestry, and infrastructure. As much of our work is located in central Scotland, overnight stays are rarely required. We pride ourselves on producing the highest standard of deliverables and are proud of our strong reputation for excellence. All employees have regular close contact with senior staff members including the Managing Director, fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive working environment. We also offer fantastic training opportunities to allow you to maintain CPD.
For more details about Echoes Ecology see: www.echoesecology.co.uk.
Responsibilities of this role
- Planning and undertaking surveys including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, protected species surveys including bat emergence surveys and ecological assessments for EIAs
- Ecological Clerk of Works duties
- Preparation of technical reports including mitigation and compensation strategies and ecological enhancements
- Licence applications and production of Species Protection Plans
- Liaison with clients and contractors
- Data management and analysis, including mapping and bat sound analysis.
The following criteria are essential
- Experience of working in ecological consultancy and knowledge of ecological survey methodologies
- Knowledge of Scottish wildlife legislation
- Strong reporting skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communicative, team-working and organisational skills
- Willingness to work outside normal office hours and occasionally away from home
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car which is insured for business purposes
We offer you
- 24 days holiday plus eight days of public holiday annually
- Use of company vehicles for work-related travel
- Contributory pension with option for Salary Exchange
- Private medical insurance, with lifestyle benefits including free coffees and cinema tickets
- Life assurance cover
- One paid professional membership a year
- Training opportunities for CPD
- Potential for flexible and hybrid working.
Closing Date: 06.02.2026 at 5pm
Interviews: week commencing 16.02.2026 or 23.02.2026
Start Date: 01.04.2026
About Echoes Ecology Ltd
We specialise in the delivery of ecological surveys in Scotland and other areas of the UK for a wide range of species including bats, birds, badger, otter, water vole, great crested newt, reptiles, red squirrel and pine marten. We also conduct Phase 1, NVC (National Vegetation Classification) and invasive species surveys.
We are experienced in working with the following sectors: renewables (onshore wind and solar), mining and quarrying, infrastructure (road and rail), flood defences, woodland and forestry, and building construction.
We employ a large team, ranging from skilled office staff through to qualified field surveyors.
We specialise in the delivery of ecological surveys in Scotland and other areas of the UK for a wide range of species including bats, birds, badger, otter, water vole, great crested newt, reptiles, red squirrel and pine marten. We also conduct Phase 1, NVC (National Vegetation Classification) and invasive species surveys. We are experienced in working with the following sectors: renewables (onshore wind and solar), mining and quarrying, infrastructure (road and rail), flood defences, woodland and forestry, and building construction. We employ a large team, ranging from skilled office staff through to qualified field surveyors.
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