Assistant Ecologist Barnard Castle, England
Job description
Rocket Ecology, part of the Rocket Group, are looking for enthusiastic assistant ecologists to
grow our team in the northeast of England. We are looking for an ecologist who has a passion
for UK wildlife and a keen approach to gaining skills and experience in ecological surveys,
report writing and tendering for new work.
About the role:
Providing field and office ecological support on a wide range of projects
Providing input into varying types of ecological reports
Protected species licence applications and mitigation
Design of habitat restoration/creation schemes and delivering Biodiversity Net Gain
Ecological Clerk of Works roles
Liaising with project teams, clients, stakeholders and the public
Qualifications/requirements:
The role is suitable for entry level ecology graduates or those with up to 2 seasons of
experience.
You should possess and be able to demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and
knowledge:
Have an ecological/environmental related degree or appropriate qualification
Have some practical experience of undertaking ecological surveys
Have an understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain
Have excellent written and oral communication
Have the ability to organise, manage and prioritise work, with or without supervision, in
order to meet tight deadlines and deliver well-planned work schedules
Are willing to work unsociable hours as required by the business in order to deliver
specific contracts
Hold a full UK driving licence
Qualifying member of CIEEM or working towards membership
The following experience is also preferred but not essential;
Bat Sound Analysis
Experience of using QGIS or similar
Have (or working towards) a protected species licence or an interest in botany
Benefits:
20 days annual leave, plus public holidays, and additional paid holiday during an end of
year office shutdown
Fully paid professional accreditation membership fees
Private healthcare plan (following completion of a probationary period)
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Caroline at [email protected]
