Assistant Ecologist - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom - Babec Ecological Consultants

Babec Ecological Consultants
Babec Ecological Consultants
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Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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About us

We are a small independent ecology consultancy based in Hertfordshire and Sussex. Our staff are
home-based and work on projects throughout the South-East and surrounding areas. We're
passionate about what we do and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to our
diverse client base.

The role


We are seeking a reliable and highly motivated individual to assist our Hertfordshire team on either a six-month fixed term contract or permanent basis.

This is an ideal opportunity for graduates looking to develop a career in ecological
consultancy. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to assist with all areas of our


work, including:

Carrying out ecological surveys and/or supporting senior team members.

Supervising ecological aspects of site work.

Collating and reviewing ecological information for desk studies.

Assisting with the production of reports.

Carrying out general administrative tasks, including project management and marketing.


Essential:

Some experience of undertaking protected species surveys, such as those for bats, great
crested newts or reptiles.

Be reliable, flexible, and willing to work unsociable hours.

Have excellent organisation skills.

Be located within an hour's drive of our Hertfordshire office.
Have a car and be able to travel to sites throughout the South-East.


Desirable:

Hold a protected species survey licence.

Graduate membership of CIEEM.

Valid CSCS card.

Knowledge of GIS.

What we offer

We will provide comprehensive one-to-one training of standard survey techniques following the
CIEEM and will hopefully be used to inform potential future roles within the company.


competitive


We also offer:

Flexible working

25 to 31 days' annual leave pro-rata
Four-day working week between December and February (on full pay)
Company pension

External training budget

Payment of CIEEM membership fees

Payment of Natural England survey licence fees

Company laptop and smartphone

No timesheets

Discretionary bonuses

How to apply

Babec Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

No agencies please.

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