Graduate Aquatic Ecologist
Core
Desk-based support for freshwater and marine ecology projects, including data analysis, report preparation, and compliance assessments for UK infrastructure and development clients.
Role type
Graduate Aquatic Ecologist (Junior IC)
Builds
Ecological Impact Assessments, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, protected species reports, and environmental documentation.
Domain
Environmental consulting / Freshwater and Marine Ecology
Required skills
Ecological data analysis, freshwater/marine ecosystem knowledge, environmental legislation awareness, report writing, survey coordination, Microsoft Office proficiency
Preferred skills
Understanding of Water Framework Directive, GIS familiarity, multidisciplinary collaboration
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), GIS
Responsibilities
Analyse ecological datasets (water quality, macroinvertebrates, fisheries), assist with Biodiversity Net Gain calculations, prepare EcIA and HRA reports, support ecological surveys and monitoring, contribute to multidisciplinary project meetings.
Seniority
Graduate / Junior, mentored IC