At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with ecological surveys and support environmental assessments on diverse projects.
- Company: Join a growing team in a dynamic ecology-focused company in Central Belt, Scotland.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with hands-on experience alongside experienced ecologists.
- Why this job: Kickstart your ecology career while making a positive impact on the environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for ecology and willingness to learn; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 35000 £ per year.
Location: Central Belt, Scotland (Hybrid - home, office and site-based work)
Pay Rate: 33,000 to 35,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time
Driving Licence: Essential
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to join our growing team in Scotland's Central Belt. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their ecology career while working on a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, development and environmental sectors. The successful candidate will support ecological surveys, reporting, mitigation projects and environmental assessments, working alongside experienced ecologists while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with a variety of ecological field surveys, including habitat and protected species surveys.
- Support ecological impact assessments (EcIA) and mitigation projects.
- Conduct desk studies, data collection and ecological research.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, survey findings and ecological appraisals.
- Use GIS/QGIS software to map habitats and ecological constraints.
- Support data management, analysis and accurate record keeping.
- Assist with ecological clerk of works (ECoW) duties and species mitigation where required.
- Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, landowners and project teams.
Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with relevant legislation and best practice guidelines.
