Senior Ecologist

Company: EcoVigour Ltd

Location: Newport

Posted: May 1st, 2026

We’re hiring: Senior Ecologist (South Wales & South West)

EcoVigour is growing and we’re looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our team.

We work across infrastructure, rail, utilities, and housing, delivering high-quality ecological services across South Wales and the South West.

If you’re looking for a role where you can lead projects, work closely with clients, mentor others, and genuinely shape outcomes this could be for you.


What you’ll be doing:

• Managing ecological projects from start to finish

• Leading habitat & protected species surveys

• Producing EcIAs, PEAs & management plans

• Supporting EPS licences, HRAs & BNG/NBB

• Liaising with clients, regulators & stakeholders


What we’re looking for:

• Consultancy experience & strong ecological knowledge

• Strong reporting, project management & GIS skills

• CIEEM membership (or working towards)

• Full UK driving licence

• Passion for ecology and continuous development


What you’ll get:

• £38k – £45k salary (DOE)

• Paid overtime / TOIL + enhanced rates

• Flexible / hybrid working

• Career development & training support

• Dog-friendly rural office (Caerwent )

• Supportive team & social culture



Apply now:

Send your CV + short covering email to:

info@ecovigour.com

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