Assistant Ecologist | Ecology, Biodiversity & Nature Recovery
Meet Our Recruiter
About Profile
With a strong foundation in ecological assessments, protected species surveys, habitat mapping and project coordination, she has contributed to a range of environmental, transport and infrastructure projects.
She combines practical field ecology experience with technical reporting, GIS and project delivery skills, alongside a genuine interest in biodiversity conservation and nature recovery.
Key Skills & Experience
🌿 Ecological Assessments: Experience preparing Preliminary Ecological Appraisals (PEAs), Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) biodiversity chapters, ecological constraints reports and mitigation documentation.
🌿 Protected Species & Habitat Surveys: Practical experience surveying bats, otters, water voles, badgers, pine martens, Scottish wildcats, great crested newts and other protected species, alongside UKHab assessments.
🌿 GIS & Biodiversity: Confident using ArcGIS and QGIS for habitat mapping, spatial analysis and supporting Biodiversity Net Gain assessments.
🌿 Project Coordination: Experience coordinating ecological surveys, managing ECoW schedules, liaising with contractors and supporting project delivery.
🌿 Consultancy Experience: Exposure to multidisciplinary projects, technical reporting, fee proposals and collaborative working across environmental disciplines.
What Is She Looking For?
She is seeking an opportunity within an environmental or ecological consultancy in Edinburgh or Glasgow, where she can continue developing her technical expertise while broadening her experience.
She is particularly keen to expand her knowledge of strategic ecology, environmental and landscape consultancy, biodiversity enhancement and ecological restoration.
She would value joining a supportive, collaborative team where she can contribute to meaningful environmental projects, develop new skills and build a rewarding long-term career.
Interested in Finding Out More?
Could this candidate be a valuable addition to your ecology or environmental team?
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