Assistant Ecologist – Flexible Working & Field Reporting

WSP Global Inc.; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join our Nature Services Team in the Liverpool, Manchester or Wrexham offices.

You will support ecology surveys, tender preparation and delivery of ecological reports and licences on diverse projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have an Ecology degree, be eligible for CIEEM, have field survey experience (Phase 1/UKHab and protected species), a full UK driving licence, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• An 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 consultancy or voluntary work.
• Willingness to learn and good communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with and undertaking ecology surveys including extended Phase 1 habitat/UKHab surveys and protected species surveys.
• Assisting with and preparing tenders for a range of schemes and suites of habitat, botanical and protected species surveys.
• Input into ecological deliverables including Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Ecological Management Plans, Protected Species Reports, licence applications, Ecological Impact Assessments and HRA.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Field surveys

Wildlife legislation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Ecology degree or related discipline

Job description

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join our Nature Services Team in the Liverpool, Manchester or Wrexham offices.

You will support ecology surveys, tender preparation and delivery of ecological reports and licences on diverse projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have an Ecology degree, be eligible for CIEEM, have field survey experience (Phase 1/UKHab and protected species), a full UK driving licence, and strong communication skills.