Assistant Ecological Consultant

Start your ecology career with ADAS while helping protect British wildlife

We’re looking for an Assistant
Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, working across a variety of project locations based around Leeds
.

This role is ideal for those just starting their ecology careers who are looking to develop their skills and pursue a consultancy career. You’ll work closely with Senior and Principal Ecologists, supporting the delivery of projects while gaining increasing responsibility.

As an Assistant Ecological Consultant at ADAS, you will play a key role in delivering field surveys, preparing technical reports, and supporting project management across a diverse portfolio, including infrastructure and development projects.

• Undertaking a range of ecological field surveys (including habitat and protected species surveys), supported by colleagues until able to do independently
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting survey data to inform project outcomes
• Preparing and contributing to technical reports, such as PEAs, EcIAs and species-specific survey reports
• Supporting the coordination and delivery of projects, ensuring work is completed to programme and budget
• Liaising with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders under the guidance of senior staff
• Ensuring compliance with wildlife legislation, policy, and best practice guidance

• Competitive salary, depending on skills, experience
• Company paid life assurance
• Contributed pension scheme
• Discounted gym memberships
• Regular career training and development
• Flexible benefits programme, including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan, and discounted gym membership

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.