Seasonal Ecologist

About the Opportunity

We’re looking for seasonal survey assistants to support our experienced ecologists on a variety of projects. You will work alongside specialists in protected species and habitat surveys, gaining hands‑on experience in ecological surveying and data collection. If you have experience leading surveys, we would like to hear from you.

Our ecology team is over two hundred strong, providing mentoring and career support to ensure your professional development.

• Support the national team of ecologists on a range of projects.
• Provide survey support and logistic planning.
• Conduct ecological surveying and biological data collection.

The role may involve early mornings, late evenings and overnight stays. All travel and accommodation expenses are covered and a subsistence budget is provided.

• Flexibility & Control – choose when you work, ideal for balancing jobs, study or family commitments.
• Statutory Rights – entitlement to the National Minimum/Living Wage, paid holiday, rest breaks, payslips, and protection from discrimination.
• Opportunity & Experience – chance to build skills, gain experience and potentially transition to a permanent role.
• Short Notice Protections – recent changes protect workers from unfair deductions if shifts are cancelled last minute.
• Variable income – earnings are not guaranteed and you are typically classified as a worker.

• Enthusiasm for a career in wildlife or ecology.
• Organised, dependable and with good time‑management skills.
• Proactive mindset and drive to succeed in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to work away from home and stay away for up to four nights a week.
• Valid driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Eligibility for CIEEM membership.
• Degree in ecology or a related subject.
• Previous experience in ecological surveys.

Immediate availability is required. Interviews will be arranged as soon as possible, with an anticipated start date of late June or early July.

We are a disability confident employer and will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for the role.

Jacobs is an equal opportunity employer. We accept people for who they are and champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace. All are encouraged to apply.

If you require reasonable adjustments for recruitment or the role, please contact the Careers Support team. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.