Senior Ecologist

Senior Ecologist Location: Aberdeen, AB12 Salary: Competitive DOE Contract: Full Time, Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Benefits: Flexible Toil policy, Company pension contribution, CPD training and paid support with professional membership About us: Astell Associates is a small company based in Aberdeen, Scotland. We are a respected ecological and arboricultural consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high quality ecological services in the north of Scotland. We have a diverse client base and are committed to balancing sensitive development with ecological sustainability. Job Role: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Ecologist to join our close-knit team of enthusiastic professionals. This is a key role offering the opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior staff and contribute to the future development of the company. This is a full-time post with flexibility to work additional/anti-social hours when required. Main Responsibilities: You will be responsible for leading and managing ecology projects, including: • Preliminary Ecological Appraisals • Ecological Impact Assessments • Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments • Protected Species Surveys, Licensing & Mitigation Strategies • Tree Surveys and Tree Management Recommendations You will play an active role in: • Generating new business and the preparation of quotations and proposals for new projects • Consulting with sub-contractors, interdisciplinary teams, and conservation bodies • Ensuring the steady progression of projects by coordinating work in-house and with • clients and contractors • Providing mentoring and support to junior team members, helping to develop company • processes and efficient working practices • Operating at all times in accordance with the CIEEM Professional Code of Conduct Knowledge, Skills & Experience: • Relevant degree or master’s qualification in ecology or closely related subject • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, ideally within consultancy • Excellent survey skills, including UK Habitat Classification • Strong report writing, communication and project management skills • Knowledge of and ability to produce BNG assessments • Working knowledge of QGIS, ArcGIS and AutoCAD • Understanding of current UK/Scottish nature conservation legislation and planning policy • Full membership of CIEEM (or working toward) • Holder of one or more protected species licences • Fluent English speaker • Full driving licence If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up-to-date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance. No agencies please

Location: AB12, Charlestown, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025