Ecologist Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Ecologist roles are classified under Conservation professionals (SOC 2151) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What conservation professionals earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most conservation professionals in the UK earn between £32,344 and £49,400 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £36,000 (SOC 2151), sitting at the 44th percentile of what UK employers pay and £1,128 below the median. Since this falls below the general salary threshold, sponsors must pay at least £41,700.
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Join Tetra Tech’s award‑winning ecology team as a Senior Ornithologist and lead high‑impact surveys and advisory work that protect species and shape development across the UK. If you want technical challenge, mentoring responsibility and clear career progression in a supportive, multidisciplinary consultancy, read on. Purpose & Scope of the Role You will deliver ornithological advice and project management within Tetra Tech’s national ecology team, contributing to surveys, impact assessments
Join Tetra Tech’s award‑winning ecology team as a Senior Ornithologist and lead high‑impact surveys and advisory work that protect species and shape development across the UK. If you want technical challenge, mentoring responsibility and clear career progression in a supportive, multidisciplinary consultancy, read on. Purpose & Scope of the Role You will deliver ornithological advice and project management within Tetra Tech’s national ecology team, contributing to surveys, impact assessments
Join Tetra Tech’s award‑winning ecology team as a Senior Ornithologist and lead high‑impact surveys and advisory work that protect species and shape development across the UK. If you want technical challenge, mentoring responsibility and clear career progression in a supportive, multidisciplinary consultancy, read on. Purpose & Scope of the Role You will deliver ornithological advice and project management within Tetra Tech’s national ecology team, contributing to surveys, impact assessments
The Vacancy Seasonal Ecologist Are you looking for a kickstart in your ecology career, and looking to gain valuable experience? Want to work on some exciting projects and encounter a wide variety of different wildlife and habitats? Well then SES has the perfect opportunity for you! The Role: Southern Ecological Solutions (SES) part of the wider RSK Group is recruiting Seasonal Ecologist to join our team on a one year fixed term contract. This role is ideal for aspiring professional ecologists lo
Closing Date: 8 June 2026 Salary: Grade 10 ranging from £37,280 - £41,771 per annum Are you ready to play a leading role in shaping the future of Somerset’s natural environment? This is your opportunity to apply your ecological expertise to influence sustainable development across the county. You’ll help shape major planning decisions, biodiversity net gain and nutrient neutrality, while contributing to high-impact initiatives like the Local Nature Recovery Strategy and Pollinator Action Plan. C
Are you looking for a kickstart in your ecology career, and looking to gain valuable experience? Want to work on some exciting projects and encounter a wide variety of different wildlife and habitats? Well then SES has the perfect opportunity for you! The Role Southern Ecological Solutions (SES) part of the wider RSK Group is recruiting Seasonal Ecologist to join our team on a one year fixed term contract. This role is ideal for aspiring professional ecologists looking to gain excellent, hands-o
The Vacancy Elevate Your Career as a Principal Consultant at Southern Ecological Solutions (SES) Are you a seasoned ecological professional ready to take on a leadership role? Southern Ecological Solutions (SES), a forward-thinking member of the RSK Group, is seeking a highly experienced Principal Consultant to join our dynamic team. This full-time, permanent position offers a hybrid working model, ideal for those within commuting distance to our Essex office. Lead a team, drive growth, and shap
The starting salary for this role is £41,585 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Ecologist to join the Natural Environment Team at Surrey County Council. You will play an integral role within the Natural Environment team to help deliver the biodiversity duties of the Council. You will be expected to do some office working (a minimum of two days a week is encouraged) as well as travel to other offices and places within the County for meetings as well
The Vacancy Senior/Principal Ecologist The Vacancy 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? Well then look no further... Here at RSK Biocensus part
Tasks HARP is a major scheme to maintain drinking water supplies across Cumbria, Lancashire and Greater Manchester for future generations. The Haweswater Aqueduct is a 110km pipeline which runs from the Lake District, through Lancashire and into Greater Manchester. Originally constructed in the 1950s, the pipeline needs essential upgrade work and will see the replacement of the existing tunnel sections to ensure it can continue to supply customers for generations to come. The Ecologist will prov
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Ecologist roles fall under SOC 2151 (Conservation professionals), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Ecologist positions.