Field Ecologist (6 month contract)

APEM Group; Banbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established environmental consultancy is seeking a Field Ecologist to join their team for a 6-month contract. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for graduates or post-graduates passionate about ecology to gain hands-on experience in ecological field surveys. You will work closely with a team of experts, conducting surveys for protected species such as bats and great crested newts. If you are enthusiastic about nature and eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to environmental protection and make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Graduate or post-graduate with a passion for ecology.
• Experience in ecological field survey work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ecological surveys for protected species.
• Support experienced terrestrial ecologists in the field.

Skills

Ecological field survey work

Knowledge of UK wildlife

Nature identification skills

Flexibility and enthusiasm

Education

Degree in Ecology

Post-graduate qualification

Job description

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About The Role

Are you a graduate or post-graduate with a passion for ecology, looking to gain experience of ecological field survey work? Have you already worked for a season and are looking for more defined work over a 6-month period to help further develop your nature identification skills? Do you love getting outdoors and carrying out surveys for Britain's protected species such as bats, badgers and great crested newts?

About The Role

Are you a graduate or post-graduate with a passion for ecology, looking to gain experience of ecological field survey work? Have you already worked for a season and are looking for more defined work over a 6-month period to help further develop your nature identification skills? Do you love getting outdoors and carrying out surveys for Britain's protected species such as bats, badgers and great crested newts?

We are looking for seasonal ecologists to assist with survey work, in the Oxfordshire/Hertfordshire area. You will be supporting and supported by an experienced in-house team of terrestrial ecologists who provide ecological consultancy services to a well-established base of high-profile clients. With a focus on integrating ecological habitats and wildlife benefits within new developments. During the role you will undertake a range of terrestrial ecology survey work and site supervisions. Focusing on faunal species, including bats, reptiles, great crested newts, with potential to work with other species including dormouse and badger. You will also gain exposure to assisting with simple reporting of data from survey results.

To Be Successful In This Role You’ll Need

• A flexible and enthusiastic approach.
• Confidence to work with protected species surveys (e.g. reptiles, amphibians), training provided.
• Sound knowledge of UK wildlife and a keen interest in Natural History.
• Ability to work ecological hours and travel with some requirement for overnight stays.
• Willingness to work up to five days per week, with opportunities for weekend work.
• A full driving licence and own car, insured for business use.
  
  

We have one role available with a start in May to support our busy teams this summer and can guarantee 6 months of work at a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Next steps

We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can’t tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.

If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately on our website. All we need some basic information and your CV, we will review all applications quickly and will respond to all applications.

About You

About Us

The APEM Group is a global environmental consultancy, we work with a range of clients including large corporations and governments to help them understand and solve a wide variety of environmental projects in the UK and globally. Our successful pioneering work has enabled us to grow and combine forces with other businesses who share our ethos and integrity. At our core, our people are working towards the protection of the environment across the globe.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

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  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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