Your newpany
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 an experienced Ecologist to support Barn Owl survey work for uing projects. This role involves straightforward daytime inspections with occasional dusk/dawn checks. You’ll be carrying out basic survey duties. Work will be fortnightly for 1 day unless otherwise discussed. Works May Include:
1. Conduct Barn Owl roost surveys
2. Carry out building, barn, and tree inspections
3. Search for pellets, feathers, and field signs
4. Assess habitat suitability around survey sites
5. Inspect existing Barn Owl nest boxes
6. Support nest box installation or maintenance
7. Record field data accurately, including GPS mapping
8. Monitor Barn Owl activity at dusk/dawn
9. Liaise with site teams to ensurepliance with ecological constraints
10. Follow health and safety protocols when working in buildings or at height
11. Assist senior ecologists with project delivery and site visits
What you'll need to succeed
12. Ecology survey experience
13. Barn Owl Licence (CL29/00504)
14. CSCS Card
15. Own PPE / Specialist equipment is desirable.
16. Full driving licence and vehicle
17. Protected species licences are desirable.
18. FISC qualification is also desirable.
What you'll get in return
19. £245–£300 per day.
20. Flexible working
21. Experience of UK-Wide significant projects
22. Ongoing support from an experienced environmental recruitment team