Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Salary: 25,000 - 29,000 p/a + benefits

My client is offering:

1. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED (but desired) - a relevant Environmental Management, Ecological (or similar i.e Zoology), degree

Pebble Recruitment are currently representing a client who is actively seeking an ambitious Assistant Ecologist to join their exciting consultancy, based in Bridgwater, Somerset. Our client has grown rapidly and now provides a variety of services to clients. Their spike in recruitment stems from their glowing reputation within the industry, which has resulted in them having a healthy pipeline of both repeat and new business. An exciting time to join!

The successful Assistant Ecologist will work closely alongside the ecology team in and around Bridgwater, assisting with protected species surveys around the Bristol / Somerset and Devon regions in the main.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Ecologist to get their foot in the door of Ecology and gain invaluable experience!

Assistant Ecologist Position Overview

• Undertaking protected species surveys
• Helping to manage small to medium-sized projects
• You will gain exposure to and training in: Phase 1 Habitat Surveys, PEA, PRA, Bat, GCN, Bird, Badger, and other protected species
• You will also gain exposure to and training in: Rewilding, BNG, Wild Ponds and Habitat Creation

Assistant Position Requirements

• 6m - 1 year + of industry experience
• Degree in Ecology, Environmental Management, or a related field
• Hold a full UK driving license
• Some knowledge of UK wildlife legislation
• Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management is preferred

Assistant Ecologist Position Remuneration

• Competitive salary, ranging between 25,000 - 29,000 depending on experience
• Holiday
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid working, or fully remote
• Progression and training opportunities - generous CPD budget
• Other benefits to be discussed at the interview stage

If you are eager to seize this opportunity, click "Apply Now" or get in touch with Tim Joannides at Pebble Recruitment.