Ecologist
Core
Conduct ecological and ornithological desk studies, field surveys for habitats and protected species, and support survey planning for renewable energy and linear infrastructure developments.
Role type
Field ecologist (ornithology and habitat assessment)
Builds
Preliminary Ecological Appraisal, Ecological Impact Assessment, Species survey reports, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments
Domain
Environmental consulting / Renewable energy infrastructure / Scotland
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Ecological data analysis, Ornithological surveying, Field survey execution, Health and Safety planning, Remote site navigation, Protected species identification
Preferred skills
Biodiversity Net Gain assessment experience, Renewable energy project knowledge
Technologies
GIS software, Ecological survey tools
Responsibilities
Undertake desk studies for ecological and ornithological data, Assist with survey planning including preparation of Health and Safety Plans, Undertake field surveys for habitats and protected species on remote upland sites, Conduct ornithological surveys for renewable energy and linear infrastructure developments
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on field specialist