Assistant Ecologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking environmental company as an Assistant Ecologist in Rochester. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on biodiversity and sustainability projects, contributing to impactful initiatives. You will collaborate with experienced ecologists, gaining hands-on experience in conducting surveys and reporting. The company fosters professional growth with a dedicated training budget, flexible hours, and a mentoring scheme. If you're passionate about ecology and eager to advance your career while making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Training and development budget

Paid membership annually

Dedicated volunteering time

Flexible working hours

Winter working hours

Mentoring scheme

Performance-related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in Ecology or related field is essential.
• Experience in conducting ecological surveys is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support experienced ecologists on various biodiversity projects.
• Conduct ecological surveys and assist in reporting.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Ecological Surveys

Education

Degree in Ecology

Degree in related field

Tools

Ecological Survey Equipment

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Assistant Ecologist – Rochester

We are looking for an Assistant Ecologist to join a small, environmental company in Rochester. The company focus on biodiversity and sustainability projects around the South 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 an someone wanting to grow with a company and to advance their career in ecology while contributing to impactful projects.

The company offer;

• 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

For this Assistant Ecologist role, you will ideally have;

• A degree in Ecology, or a related field,
• Experience in conducting ecological surveys,
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
• Proficiency in using ecological survey equipment and software is advantageous,

Interested in this Assistant Ecologist vacancy? To discuss this vacancy or any others, please do not hesitate to contact Ashleigh Garner on 07595373560 or send your CV to [e-mail]