Assistant Ecologist — Flexible Work & Growth Opportunities

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Assistant Ecologist in our Leeds office to join the expanding Nature Services Team. You will work on engaging projects within a supportive, technical group and contribute to surveys, reports and ecological deliverables.

You will gain hands-on experience with Phase 1 habitat surveys, protected species surveys, tender preparation and ecological impact assessments, while developing core field and reporting skills in a consultancy setting.

Qualifications

• An appropriate academic qualification in Ecology or a related discipline.
• Qualifying Member status with CIEEM (or eligible).
• Experience in extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys and protected species surveys.
• Experience in ecological survey, ideally in consultancy; voluntary work accepted.
• Appreciation of wildlife legislation and survey methodologies.
• Full UK driving licence; ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ecology surveys including extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys and protected species surveys.
• Assist with tender preparation for schemes and ecological surveys.
• Input into deliverables such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Impact Assessments, and related reports.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Protected species surveys

Phase 1 habitat surveys

Communication skills

Driving licence

Self-motivation

Education

Ecology degree or related discipline

CIEEM member or eligible

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an Assistant Ecologist in our Leeds office to join the expanding Nature Services Team. You will work on engaging projects within a supportive, technical group and contribute to surveys, reports and ecological deliverables.

You will gain hands-on experience with Phase 1 habitat surveys, protected species surveys, tender preparation and ecological impact assessments, while developing core field and reporting skills in a consultancy setting.