Ecologist / Ornithologist - Newcastle

Ecologist/Ornithologist - Newcastle

BSG Ecology

Newcastle
£26,000 - £33,000 pa
Full Time • Permanent
Closing on Fri, 10th Jul 2026

Ecology

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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

• 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

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About BSG Ecology

Established in 1997 we are a multi-award winning, industry leading consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability amongst our clients and fellow professionals. We are a 100% employee-owned company.

Working at BSG Ecology provides an opportunity to be involved with interesting, challenging and high-profile projects, working alongside a highly experienced team of ecologists, many of whom have 15+ years of experience and are leaders in their field.

We provide a supportive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, mentoring, training and personal development. Health and safety and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do.

Established in 1997 we are a multi-award winning, industry leading consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability amongst our clients and fellow professionals. We are a 100% employee-owned company. Working at BSG Ecology provides an opportunity to be involved with interesting, challenging and high-profile projects, working alongside a highly experienced team of ecologists, many of whom have 15+ years of experience and are leaders in their field. We provide a supportive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, mentoring, training and personal development. Health and safety and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do.

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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.,

• 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
  
  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., About BSG Ecology
Established in 1997 we are a multi-award winning, industry leading consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability amongst our clients and fellow professionals. We are a 100% employee-owned company. Working at BSG Ecology provides an opportunity to be involved with interesting, challenging and high-profile projects, working alongside a highly experienced team of ecologists, many of whom have 15+ years of experience and are leaders in their field. We provide a supportive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, mentoring, training and personal development. Health and safety and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do. Established in 1997 we are a multi-award winning, industry leading consultancy with a strong reputation for technical ability amongst our clients and fellow professionals. We are a 100% employee-owned company. Working at BSG Ecology provides an opportunity to be involved with interesting, challenging and high-profile projects, working alongside a highly experienced team of ecologists, many of whom have 15+ years of experience and are leaders in their field. We provide a supportive environment with an emphasis on teamwork, mentoring, training and personal development. Health and safety and staff wellbeing are at the forefront of everything we do.

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.