Assistant Freshwater Ecologist – Field Surveys & Analysis

Thomson Environmental Consultants; Guildford; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Enhanced stakeholder pension scheme

Life insurance

Discounted gym membership

Paid professional memberships

Clothing allowance

Performance-related rewards and long‑d

Free parking

Regular social and company events

Job summary

Thomson Environmental Consultants invites applications for an Assistant Freshwater Aquatic Ecologist. The role focuses on developing skills in survey work, data analysis, reporting and ecological assessments across rivers and lakes.

You will operate in a small, growing Aquatic Ecology team and gain practical experience in consultancy projects. Based anywhere in England or Wales, you will organise surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and contribute to tenders and quotes to support revenue

Qualifications

• Degree or postgraduate degree in Aquatic Ecology, Hydro-Ecology or related subject.
• Valid driving licence and vehicle, insured for business use.
• Ability and willingness to travel and stay away at survey sites in various locations in the UK.
• Self-motivation with the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Organise and coordinate surveys, desk surveys and ecological assessments.
• Liaise with clients and landowners.
• Assist in business development by contributing to tenders and quotes, and supporting revenue growth.

Skills

Self-motivation

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree or postgraduate degree in Aquatic Ecology or related

Job description

Thomson Environmental Consultants invites applications for an Assistant Freshwater Aquatic Ecologist. The role focuses on developing skills in survey work, data analysis, reporting and ecological assessments across rivers and lakes.

You will operate in a small, growing Aquatic Ecology team and gain practical experience in consultancy projects. Based anywhere in England or Wales, you will organise surveys, liaise with clients and landowners, and contribute to tenders and quotes to support revenue