Avian Ecologist — Field Surveys, Flexible Hours, Growth

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

TOIL

CIEEM training

Mentorship

Modern office

Field equipment

Diverse projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Manchester is seeking an ornithologist to join our ecology team. The role combines field and office work across renewable energy, infrastructure and conservation projects, with surveys and data analysis forming core duties.

The successful candidate will work on breeding and wintering bird surveys, habitat assessments, and contribute to reports, while developing professional accreditation and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in ornithology and bird surveys
• Strong field experience and willingness to travel across the UK
• Interest in conservation and development projects

Responsibilities

• Conduct breeding and wintering bird surveys
• Perform vantage point and flight surveys
• Carry out Schedule 1 and Red/Amber bird surveys
• Assess habitats and advise on mitigations
• Analyze data and contribute to reports
• Support senior ecologists within a multidisciplinary team
• Mentor junior staff occasionally
• Contribute to research and best-practice development

Skills

Ornithology

Field surveys

Data analysis

Education

Degree in Ecology/Ornithology

Tools

GIS

Field equipment

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Manchester is seeking an ornithologist to join our ecology team. The role combines field and office work across renewable energy, infrastructure and conservation projects, with surveys and data analysis forming core duties.

The successful candidate will work on breeding and wintering bird surveys, habitat assessments, and contribute to reports, while developing professional accreditation and mentoring junior staff.