Senior/Principal Ecologist Jobs

RSK Biocensus

Location:
United Kingdom, Cardiff

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

33500.00 - 56000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced Ecologist looking to take that next step in your career, or a new and exciting challenge? Do you want to be a part of a collaborative organisation that provides outstanding consultancy and contracting support through its professional, timely and cost-efficient services? Want to play a part in our mission to protect wildlife and a wide range of habitats across the UK? Here at RSK Biocensus part of RSK Group we are recruiting a tenacious and passionate Senior Ecologist to join our growing UK ecology team. You can expect to get involved with the delivery of elements of field surveys, assessment, tender and report writing and project management, on various nationwide and local projects. You can also expect to oversee aspects of site work and undertaking practical elements of habitat management or creation, under supervision.

Job Responsibility:

Managing and overseeing medium/large projects and tenders from commencement to completion and close-out
Promoting RSK in a positive light to clients and competitors
Managing medium-sized projects, including finance, resource allocation, managing sub-contractors, risk and quality assurance, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication, and seeking and responding to client feedback
Completing fieldwork, including out-of-hours surveys, travelling as required and working away from home
Assisting with the delivery of survey and research reports, to include document reviews, statistical analyses, licence applications, reporting, etc.

Requirements:

Degree or relevant qualification in Ecology or related subject
5 Years specific relevant experience within a similar role
Species specific personal licences are desirable
Associate membership with CIEEM
Abide by CIEEM’s Code of Professional Conduct
A full UK driving licence and use of own vehicle
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong attention to detail
Ability to manage a variety of workload under pressure
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and concise reports
Excellent leadership skills

Nice to have:

Species specific personal licences

What we offer:

Company paid life assurance
Contributed pension scheme
Discounted Gym Memberships
Regular career training and development
A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership
Life Assurance
Annual Leave Purchase
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted Gym Membership
Mental Health Support
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

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Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

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