Responsibilities
- Conduct field-based ornithological surveys, including breeding bird surveys, wintering bird surveys, Vantage Point watches and migration monitoring.
- Identify and methodically record bird species in the field, including challenging species groups.
- Manage survey data efficiently, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Assist in preparing high-quality, clear, and concise survey results reports.
- Assist with other survey types
- Maintain equipment and resources necessary for fieldwork.
- Ensure compliance with relevant wildlife legislation and best practice guidelines.
Seeking someone with
- Experience in UK field ornithology, with a strong emphasis on bird identification.
- Experience in data management and entry, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently in varying field conditions.
- Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle
- Willingness to travel across England (Predominantly the Midlands / East Anglia)
- Knowledge of standard bird field survey methods.
- Experience with GIS software and spatial data analysis - Desirable
- Familiarity with protected species legislation and mitigation strategies.
- Experience in report writing.
- A schedule 1 species licence - Desirable
Competitive salary of around £28,500 (negotiable on experience) and benefits package including
- Pension scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Flexible working arrangements, with fieldwork and office-based tasks.
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects across various sectors.