Your new company

My client is a part of a group that offers a range of services, including ecological consultancy. They were established over 40 years ago and have provided services to their clients nationally ever since. They work on a range of large scale infrastructure projects as well as conservation and others.

Your new role

My client is looking for ecologists to work on a contract basis, outside IR35 regulations if required.

Works may include:

• Conduct water vole field surveys
• Carry out habitat assessments along watercourses, ditches, ponds, and wetland edges.
• Assist with water vole displacement or mitigation works under supervision.
• Record field data accurately, including GPS mapping and habitat notes.
• Monitor water vole activity.
• Support exclusion fencing installation and checks.
• Liaise with site teams to ensure compliance with ecological constraints.
• Follow health and safety protocols when working near water and on construction sites.
• Compile field observations for inclusion in survey reports or mitigation plans.
• Assist senior ecologists with project delivery and any required site visits.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ecology Experience
• CL31 - Water Vole Licence
• CSCS Card
• Own PPE / Specialist equipment is desirable.
• Full driving licence and vehicle
• Protected species licences are desirable.
• FISC qualification is also desirable.

What you'll get in return

• £350 - £400 p/day
• Flexible working
• Experience of UK-Wide significant projects

What you need to do now

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