Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist

As an Assistant Ecologist you will join our growing Nature Services Team and work on engaging projects within a supportive and varied team of technical experts. We offer flexible working arrangements to help you find a working pattern that suits you.

• Assist with and undertake ecology surveys including macroinvertebrate sampling, electric fishing and macrophytes.
• Assist with and prepare tenders for a range of schemes, and suites of habitat, botanical and protected species surveys.
• Contribute to ecological deliverables such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Water Framework Directive assessments (WFDa), Ecological Impact Assessments (EcIAs), biodiversity chapters of EIAs, and Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA).

• Appropriate academic qualification in Ecology or a related discipline.
• Qualifying Member status with CIEEM (or eligibility for this).
• Demonstrable experience in at least one type of freshwater aquatic survey (macroinvertebrates, fish, macrophytes and algae) and knowledge of methods for surveying other groups.
• Experience gained in a consultancy environment preferred but voluntary work considered.
• Enthusiastic and energetic outlook with willingness to learn.
• Appreciation of relevant legislation covering freshwater fish, macroinvertebrates and macrophytes.
• Full UK valid driving licence.
• Self‑confidence, motivation, good communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in ecological consultancy with development of core field and reporting skills.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team and welcome applications from all backgrounds.