Assistant Ecologist

We are looking for an enthusiastic ecologist to join our team on a full-time basis (37.5hrs per week) to help us with a wide range of project work, which will include:

· Assisting with habitat surveys using the UK Habitat Classification and Biodiversity Net Gain tools and metric;

· Assisting with preliminary bat roost assessments and emergence surveys;

· Assisting with protected species survey and mitigation work;

· Assisting with data management and report writing;

· The role will require evening and night work and may include occasional stays away from home.

A successful candidate would usually have:

· Degree in ecology, biology or relevant discipline;

· Previous experience of ecological fieldwork;

· Desire to learn with a keen interest in wildlife;

· Good understanding of ecological survey and mitigation techniques and policy, legislation and guidance,

· Full driving licence and use of own vehicle for business;

· Membership of CIEEM or eligibility to apply for membership.

· Excellent report writing and data management skills with a close attention to detail;

· Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a close knit team;

· Willingness to be based within commuting distance of our Wokingham office and occasionally work away from home.

The following skills and experience would be beneficial:

· Experience of using GIS software (especially QGIS) for habitat mapping;

· Experience with the UK Habitat Classification system;

· Experience of using bat detectors and bat call analysis using BatExplorer or similar software;

· Experience of data management and report writing;

· Registration under Natural England protected species licence(s);

· Masters degree in ecology, biology or a relevant discipline

In return, successful candidates will join a small, friendly team of staff based in rural surroundings just outside Wokingham with the following benefits:

· Salary – £24,000-£26,000 pa

· Training opportunities with external providers using a generous training budget;

· Staff socials and in-house training;

· Payment of professional membership fees;

· Budget for field equipment and work wear;

· Flexible working arrangements with TOIL.

· Contributory pension scheme;

· 25 days holiday

To apply for this job email your details to info@wenman-ecology.co.uk, To apply please email your CV, and a covering letter, to info@wenman-ecology.co.uk.

Interviews will be held at the earliest opportunity for strong candidates.

To apply for this job email your details to info@wenman-ecology.co.uk