Assistant Ecologist

Overview

Role:

We are seeking an ambitious and motivated team player with a desire to develop your professional career as a Consultant Ecologist. We’re looking for a confident communicator with enthusiasm and self-motivation to join our friendly and busy consultancy based on the South Wiltshire/Hampshire border.

As an Assistant Ecologist / Field Ecologist you will be working as part of a small team to help deliver Ecological surveys and assessments across Central and Southern England.

Primary duties will include assisting with:

• Phase 1 Habitat Surveys
• Protected Species Surveys
• Ecological Impact Assessments
• Ecological Watching Briefs
• Desk Studies
• Habitat restoration and creation
• Habitat management
• Producing detailed reports and maps
• Liaising with stakeholders

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Self-motivated, confident and enthusiastic with a keen desire to learn
• Proven experience working effectively within a team
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Ecology or related subject
• 1+ years’ experience working in ecological consultancy
• Undertaking ecological surveys
• Producing high quality Ecological reports
• A full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle
• An understanding of UK environmental legislation

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid CSCS Card
• Experience of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessments and Calculations
• Knowledge of UK Habs classification system

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary  £22,500 – £26,000 per annum depending upon experience
• 21 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working arrangements can be agreed – potential to work from home occasionally
• Support in achieving a healthy work-life balance
• Training stipend and opportunities throughout the year for Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Training on a wide range of survey skills
• Funding toward professional memberships
• Advice and guidance toward achieving your career goals