Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist £25,000 - £30,000 Inverness This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Ecologist to join a supportive team and gain exposure to a varied portfolio of projects across the Highlands. The Assistant Ecologist will contribute to ecological surveys, fieldwork, reporting and ecological mitigation, with opportunities to develop experience across a broad range of protected species and habitats. The Assistant Ecologist role will involve :
Undertaking habitat and protected species surveys
* Supporting ecological impact assessments and reporting
* Assisting with ecological mitigation and monitoring
* Contributing to ECoW and construction-related ecological work
* Travelling across the Highlands and Islands, with occasional overnight stays What's on offer:
Competitive salary
* Generous annual leave
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Supportive and friendly working environment
* Varied project portfolio
* Opportunities to develop specialist ecological skills To be considered:
Relevant degree or equivalent experience in ecology/environmental science
* Some practical ecology survey experience
* Good understanding of Scottish ecology and protected species
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
* Full right to work in the UK
* Living in or within a commutable distance of Inverness If you are interested in this or other positions in the Ecology industry, please do not hesitate to contact Jack porter on . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.