Qualified to at least degree level in a relevant environmental subject;

Minimum of 3 years' relevant practical ecology experience in ecological consultancy;

Practical experience of Extended Phase 1 Habitat Surveys and PEAR production;

Good field identification skills (e.g. FISC Level 3+);

Holding at least one protected species survey licence;

Practical experience of undertaking great crested newt and bat surveys and protected species translocation schemes;

Membership of relevant professional institutions (e.g. CIEEM, Society for the Environment);

A good knowledge of the practical application of current wildlife policy and legislation;

Familiarity with relevant Health and Safety at work requirements;

Good IT literacy (MS Office at least, ideally in GIS and Adobe applications also);

Good proactive communication and organisation skills;

Ability to produce concise, high quality, written work to managed timescales and budgets;

Good commerical and customer care awareness; and

Friendly, supportive, collaborative, practical 'can do' approach.

As the role requires working on projects around the UK, a full UK driving licence and ability and willingness to drive to project locations around the UK, sometimes with overnight stays, will be required.