Overview

We are seeking reliable and motivated ecological surveyors to assist our experienced ecology teams during the 2025 survey season. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop skills and experience in the ecological consultancy sector.

Candidate specification

Essential:

  • Hold a degree in ecology or a closely related subject
  • Be reliable, flexible and willing to work unsociable hours
  • Be based in the South-East
  • Have a car and be able to travel to sites throughout the South-East and surrounding areas

Desirable:

  • Some knowledge and/or experience in undertaking protected species surveys, including bat emergence and return to roost surveys, reptile surveys and great crested newt surveys
  • Based within an hour’s drive of our Sussex or Hertfordshire offices
  • Membership of CIEEM
  • Valid CSCS card
  • Hold a protected species survey licence

What we offer

We provide comprehensive on-the-job training of the relevant survey techniques following best practice guidelines and supply any necessary survey equipment. The nature of our work means that projects can range from a few hours to several months in duration and can be subject to change at short notice.

The hourly rate for successful candidates will be dependent on the level of experience, but will be competitive. We also pay for any travel time and cover any mileage expenses, as well as providing accommodation and a subsistence budget if an overnight stay is required.

How to apply

Applicants are invited to send a CV to recruitment@babec.co.uk.

Babec Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

No agencies please.

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