Seasonal Ecologist

RSK Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in Bristol seeks Seasonal Ecologists for six-month fixed-term roles, with possible permanent positions. Candidates will conduct ecological surveys and assist senior team members. Strong enthusiasm for ecology and a full UK driving licence are required. The position offers a salary of £23,809.50 per annum and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Continual professional development opportunities

Life assurance

Flexible benefits program

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individual keen to develop an ecology career.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Access to your own vehicle must be insured for business purposes.
• Open to flexible working hours including nights and weekends.
• Experience with European Protected Species survey work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct various ecological surveys and assist senior colleagues.
• Perform desk studies, consultations, research, and reporting.
• Ensure work meets timescales and quality standards.

Skills

Ecological surveys

Data management and analysis

Report writing

Job description

Job Overview

ADAS, part of the RSK Group, is seeking Seasonal Ecologists to join our highly skilled ecology team. These fixed-term contract positions are for six months, starting in March/April, with the possibility of extending into a permanent position for the right candidates. The role is based in Bristol.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of ecological surveys (skills dependent) and assist senior colleagues with other surveys to develop your skill set.
• Carry out desk studies, consultations, research, data management and analysis, and report writing.
• Deliver work as efficiently as possible in order to meet agreed timescales and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individual keen to develop an ecology career.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to your own vehicle (must be insured for business purposes).
• Open to flexible working with regard to the type of work, timing and location, including night and weekend work as and when required.
• Experience with European Protected Species survey work (not essential).

Compensation & Benefits

• £23,809.50 per annum (full-time equivalent).
• Working 37.5 hrs per week.
• Excellent continual professional development opportunities as part of our training commitment.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership.

About the Company

With over 75 years' experience in the agricultural and environmental sector, ADAS is one of the leading consultancy and research providers in the UK. We work with a wide range of clients in both the public and private sectors to provide sustainable, long term solutions across a range of disciplines. Our Ecology business focuses on delivering services to a wide range of clients, particularly developers, utility companies and the renewable energy and rural industries.

Application Process

Applications are being reviewed as and when received. Successful candidates will be invited for an initial online interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.