Assistant Ecologist
6 days ago
Winchester
Assistant Ecologist - Winchester An established, multi-disciplinary environmental and planning consultancy is seeking an Assistant Ecologist to join its growing ecology team based in Winchester, Hampshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career ecologist to develop technical skills while working alongside experienced professionals on a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK. The successful candidate will support the delivery of ecological services across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and land development. Working as part of a collaborative team, the Assistant Ecologist will gain hands-on experience in field surveys, report writing, and project support while building knowledge of UK wildlife legislation and planning policy. Benefits; Competitive salary depending on experience. Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays. Pension contribution. Paid professional membership fees (e.g. CIEEM). Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced ecologists. Support towards protected species survey licences. Opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy. Flexible working arrangements where possible. Fieldwork expenses covered. Key responsibilities will include; Assisting with ecological field surveys such as Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), habitat surveys, and protected species surveys. Supporting senior ecologists ...