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 . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to . This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position