Overview

Ecology by Design is currently looking to recruit an ecologist and an assistant ecologist to join our team.

Ecology by Design was setup in January 2015 and we have had consistent growth ever since. We strive to employ the best and brightest and reward hard work and dedication. We provide ecology consultancy services to a wide range of clients. We pride ourselves in technical excellence and providing an innovative, pragmatic, client friendly service. Due to our success we have an excellent opportunity for a qualified ecologist and assistant ecologist to join our team.

We are a young business and we seek people who are keen to work in ecology, strive for excellence and are excited by being part of a new business.

We work across the UK with the majority of our projects across the Home Counties, South and Midlands.

You can read more about our work on our website at www.ecologybydesign.co.uk.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Genuine and demonstrable enthusiasm for ecology and the environment;
  • Experience of phase 1 habitat surveys and protected species surveys;
  • Survey licence for at least one protected species e.g. bats/ newts expected for ecologist level;
  • Willingness to be flexible as required by a new business;
  • Good report writing skills;
  • Motivated to work both independently and as part of a team, often in remote locations and sometimes during unsociable hours;
  • Good communication skills with colleagues, clients and third parties;
  • Full driving licence and use of a car; and
  • The project-based nature of our work means the candidate must be willing to undertake travel and work away from home with overnight stays.

Desirable skills:

  • Demonstrable enthusiasm/ skills in one or more specialist ecological area e.g. bats, newts, botany;
  • Member of CIEEM (or eligible if not currently held);
  • Degree or equivalent in an ecology related discipline;
  • Experience of using QGIS or ArcGIS (training provided if not); and
  • Experience of designing surveys and quoting for work;

Working for Ecology by Design

We offer:

  • Apple computer and iPhone;
  • Competitive salary;
  • Two professional memberships paid for;
  • In-house training and external training budget;
  • Performance based bonus scheme;
  • Generous pension;
  • 30 days annual leave and flexible approach to work time, balancing a healthy work life balance.

New perks added frequently, reflecting being part of an exciting and innovative young business

The candidate must live within commuting distance to Chalgrove, Oxfordshire or be willing to relocate.

Being part of a young company offers excellent opportunities for rapid career progression.

Interested?

For an informal discussion about the job, please contact Ben Gardner on ben@ecologybydesign.co.uk or 01865893346.

In the first instance please send your CV and covering letter to the email above including the location you are based and salary expectation.

Closing date for applications is 31st January 2017. If you have not heard from us by Friday 10th February, please assume that your application has not been successful. We may request further information before inviting prospective candidates for interview.

Have a great xmas.

For full details see: https://www.ecologyjobs.co.uk/job/ecology-by-design-oxfordshire-uk-35-assistant-and-consultant-level-ecologists-2x-positions/