Junior Terrestrial Ecologist & Field Consultant

WSP Global Inc.; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Terrestrial Ecologist to join their Biodiversity team. The role involves field surveys, data processing, and producing baseline biodiversity reports across South Africa and potentially other parts of Africa.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on fieldwork experience, develop ecological competencies, and contribute to multidisciplinary projects while travelling as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-years experience in the environmental field, with demonstratable experience undertaking field surveys and compiling relevant reports.
• Familiarity and experience with standard terrestrial ecology survey techniques in both fauna (mammal, amphibian, reptile, avifauna) and flora required, and a broad understanding of aquatic and wetland sampling techniques, advantageous.
• SACNASP candidacy or higher required.
• Valid South African Passport required.
• Valid driver's license and capability to operate manual transmission 4x4 vehicles required, 4x4 offroad experience is preferable.
• Previous consulting experience is beneficial.
• Technical report writing skills in fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Preparing for and undertaking terrestrial ecology field surveys, including habitat, flora and fauna assessments.
• Processing, managing and formatting ecological field data.
• Preparing baseline biodiversity and site sensitivity reports.
• Supporting the preparation of ecological and biodiversity impact assessment reports.
• Preparing terrestrial ecology monitoring reports covering habitats, fauna and flora.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients and other technical specialists.

Skills

Ecology

Fieldwork

Report writing

GIS

Education

Ecology degree

Botany

Environmental Science

Tools

GIS software

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Terrestrial Ecologist to join their Biodiversity team. The role involves field surveys, data processing, and producing baseline biodiversity reports across South Africa and potentially other parts of Africa.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on fieldwork experience, develop ecological competencies, and contribute to multidisciplinary projects while travelling as required.