Ecologist Aberdeen - Maryculter, United Kingdom - Astell Associates

Astell Associates

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Maryculter, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Astell Associates (a trading name of Eastland Foresters Ltd) has an exciting new opportunity for an additional ecologist to join our team.

We are looking for a person ideally with a minimum of two years of proven experience within an ecological consultancy.

The ability to carry out Preliminary Ecological Appraisal surveys and produce the associated reports independently is essential. A knowledge of carrying out tree surveys would be very advantageous. Experience of a range of survey methodologies and at least one protected species survey licence is highly desirable.

The role will include but not be limited to:

Carrying out arboricultural (tree) surveys;
Undertaking protected species surveys on a variety of sites across Scotland;
Undertaking Preliminary Ecological Appraisals on a variety of sites across the north of Scotland;
Producing comprehensive survey reports for a variety of Clients;
Liaising with Clients to answer queries.

The role will provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate a broad range of skills by undertaking specialist technical work, whilst working as part of a small, integrated, environmental team.

Our work is varied and widespread.

At least 2 years' experience within an ecological consultancy;
Experience in conducting arboricultural surveys;
Protected Species surveys (including bats and badgers) across a variety of sites;
Preliminary Ecological Appraisals;
Report writing for Ecological Consultancy, including using software such as QGIS, ArcGIS and AutoCAD;
Experience of officebased tasks, such as producing fee proposals, carrying out desk studies and liaising with Clients;
Excellent English verbal, written and communication skills and a keen eye for detail;
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM);
Protected Species Licences or at least one reference for such licences would be advantageous; and
A full driving licence.

Working Environment:

You will be based at our office just outside Aberdeen, with the potential to work remotely when necessary.
Our normal working hours are Monday to Friday, but you should be available to work flexible hours, including unsociable hours, particularly during the busy summer bat survey season.

Salary:
£25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits: