Bat Surveyor | Ecology Specialist, Flexible Working

Place; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Place, Bristol-based ecological consultancy, is seeking a Bat Surveyor to join its growing ecology team. You will undertake bat surveys, support reporting, and contribute to mitigation recommendations on residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

The role requires bat survey experience, a good understanding of UK wildlife legislation, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to fieldwork; a bat licence and broader protected species experience would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have bat survey experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK wildlife legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proactive fieldworker with a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bat surveys including dusk emergence, dawn re-entry, activity, and roost assessments.
• Assist with technical reporting and mitigation recommendations.
• Work with ecologists and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality ecological advice.
• Support diverse projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.

Skills

Bat survey experience

Wildlife legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Fieldwork oriented

Job description

Place, Bristol-based ecological consultancy, is seeking a Bat Surveyor to join its growing ecology team. You will undertake bat surveys, support reporting, and contribute to mitigation recommendations on residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

The role requires bat survey experience, a good understanding of UK wildlife legislation, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to fieldwork; a bat licence and broader protected species experience would be advantageous.