Upland Peatlands Ecologist — Hybrid/Remote & Field Work

Countryside Classroom; Briton Ferry; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Remote work flexibility

Temporary contract until 2029

Job summary

Countryside Classroom is seeking an Ecologist to join the Countryside & Wildlife Team and deliver the Lost Peatlands Connections Project in South Wales. You will lead habitat management, carry out ecological and hydrological surveys, and engage communities and volunteers across partner organisations and councils.

The role offers a mobile hybrid setup with remote work flexibility and opportunities to contribute to landscape-scale nature recovery across upland habitats in South Wales Valleys.

Qualifications

• Strong flora and fauna identification skills, especially for upland species.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team in remote upland locations.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake ecological surveys and ecological and hydrological monitoring.
• Act as Ecological Clerk of Works and supervise contractors delivering habitat restoration.
• Support community and volunteer activities and events.

Skills

Flora/Fauna ID

Teamwork

Remote upland work

Education

Ecology degree

Job description

Countryside Classroom is seeking an Ecologist to join the Countryside & Wildlife Team and deliver the Lost Peatlands Connections Project in South Wales. You will lead habitat management, carry out ecological and hydrological surveys, and engage communities and volunteers across partner organisations and councils.

The role offers a mobile hybrid setup with remote work flexibility and opportunities to contribute to landscape-scale nature recovery across upland habitats in South Wales Valleys.