Assistant Ecologist

ZipRecruiter; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental company near Maidstone is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to contribute to biodiversity and sustainability projects. This role offers growth opportunities and the chance to work on impactful ecological initiatives while receiving dedicated training and mentoring.

Benefits

Dedicated training and development budget

Paid membership annually

Volunteering time for conservation projects

Flexible working hours

Winter working hours

Dedicated mentoring scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or a related field required.
• Experience in conducting ecological surveys is preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of projects from initial surveys to reporting.
• Work alongside experienced ecologists on biodiversity projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Ecology or related field

Tools

Ecological survey equipment

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Ecologist - Maidstone

We are looking for an Assistant Ecologist to join an environmental company based near Maidstone. The company focuses on biodiversity and sustainability projects around the South East and has another office based in the North East.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced ecologists, supporting a variety of projects from initial surveys through to reporting. This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to grow with a company and advance their career in ecology while contributing to impactful projects.

For this Assistant Ecologist role, you will ideally have:

1. A degree in Ecology or a related field
2. Experience in conducting ecological surveys
3. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Proficiency in using ecological survey equipment and software is advantageous

The company offers:

• A dedicated training and development budget to support your growth
• Paid membership annually
• Dedicated volunteering time for conservation projects
• Flexible working hours
• Winter working hours to reflect the changing seasons and the effect on our work
• A dedicated mentoring scheme
• Performance-related bonus scheme

Interested in this Assistant Ecologist vacancy?

To discuss this vacancy or any others, please contact Ashleigh Garner on (phone number removed) or send your CV to (url removed).