Graduate Ecologist
Core
Conduct ecological assessments, analyze survey data, support Biodiversity Net Gain calculations, and assist in preparing environmental impact reports for UK infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Role type
Junior IC ecologist (graduate)
Builds
Ecological Impact Assessments, protected species reports, habitat management plans, and biodiversity offsetting calculations.
Domain
Environmental consultancy, ecology, UK infrastructure and renewable energy
Required skills
Ecological survey data analysis, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) assessments, protected species reporting, Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA) preparation, habitat management planning, field survey coordination, technical writing, GIS collaboration
Preferred skills
Knowledge of mitigation hierarchy, experience with bat audio/infrared/thermal imaging analysis, familiarity with environmental legislation
Technologies
GIS, infrared imagery, thermal imaging, bat audio recording software
Responsibilities
Conduct desk-based ecological studies, analyze ecological survey data, support BNG assessments, assist in preparing EcIA and HRA reports, support protected species licence applications, coordinate field surveys
Seniority
Junior, graduate level