Seasonal ecologist

Seasonal Ecologist

Location: Southampton

Salary: GBP
23,000 – GBP
25,000 pro rata

Contract: Seasonal / Fixed-term

Our client is a well-established ecological consultancy seeking a Seasonal Ecologist to support a busy field season in the Southampton area. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic ecologist looking to gain hands-on experience across a range of ecological surveys and projects, working alongside a supportive and experienced team.

Role summary and context as described in the original posting, including benefits and opportunity to develop field skills within a consultancy setting.

• Competitive salary of GBP
  23,000 – GBP
  25,000 pro rata
• Excellent opportunity to develop field skills and gain valuable consultancy experience
• Supportive working environment with mentoring from experienced ecologists

• Assisting with a variety of ecological surveys, including (but not limited to) protected species surveys and habitat assessments
• Collecting high-quality field data and supporting reporting tasks
• Working on sites across Southampton and the surrounding areas
• Supporting senior ecologists with project delivery during peak season

• A degree (or working towards one) in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Some previous field survey experience is desirable
• A strong interest in ecology and wildlife conservation
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings or evenings when required
• A full UK driving licence is preferred
• For more information, contact James Hardie at Penguin Recruitment