Assistant Ecologist

Assistant Ecologist - Central Belt, Scotland (Hybrid Working)

Location: Central Belt, Scotland (Hybrid - home, office and site-based work)
Pay Rate: £33,000 to 35,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time
Driving Licence: Essential

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Ecologist to join our growing team in Scotland's Central Belt. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their ecology career while working on a diverse range of projects across infrastructure, development and environmental sectors.

The successful candidate will support ecological surveys, reporting, mitigation projects and environmental assessments, working alongside experienced ecologists while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with a variety of ecological field surveys, including habitat and protected species surveys.
Support ecological impact assessments (EcIA) and mitigation projects.
Conduct desk studies, data collection and ecological research.
Assist in the preparation of technical reports, survey findings and ecological appraisals.
Use GIS/QGIS software to map habitats and ecological constraints.
Support data management, analysis and accurate record keeping.
Assist with ecological clerk of works (ECoW) duties and species mitigation where required.
Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, landowners and project teams.
Ensure all work is completed safely, to a high standard and within project deadlines.
Participate in occasional early morning, evening or weekend surveys during peak survey seasons.Essential Requirements

Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Ecology, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across Scotland.
Good understanding of UK wildlife legislation and ecological survey methodologies.
Protected species survey experience and/or licences.
Previous experience undertaking ecological field surveys.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn.Desirable Requirements

Experience using GIS/QGIS software.
Membership of CIEEM, or a willingness to work towards membership.
CSCS card.
Habitat identification and botanical survey skills.What We Offer

Hybrid working arrangements
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to gain experience across a wide variety of ecological projects
Friendly and collaborative working environment
Career progression opportunities within a growing business

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed