We are looking for Seasonal Ecologists to support with a range of fieldwork and reporting, including GCN, reptile, dormouse, bat and badger surveys, and to assist with other analysis and reporting tasks as appropriate (e.g. BREEAM, desk studies, literature reviews etc.)
About us
RPS projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. With us, you’ll find work that is challenging and rewarding, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.
Qualifications
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject with at least one season of surveys and on the job experience
- CIEEM membership (Graduate / Associate) preferred but not essential
Essential skills
- Experience in carrying out a range of ecological surveys e.g. GCN, reptiles, bats, badgers;
- At least one season of survey experience ideally in the consultancy field;
- Competency with standard MS Office applications;
- Clean driving licence and current CSCS certification (though this could be provided for the right candidate).
Desirable skills
- Survey licences (e.g. GCN);
- Ecological protected species survey capabilities;
- GIS skills.
Benefits
- Six month temporary contract that may be upgraded to a permanent role at the end of the survey season;
- 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Option to purchase up to 5 extra annual leave days per year
- Private pension scheme
- Group disability scheme
- Life assurance
- Share incentive scheme
We’re an accredited training provider – from entry level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone.
A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.
We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.
We understand the need to work flexibly, with agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we’re happy to talk about flexible working. This is a workplace that works for you.
A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number, you’re part of the solution.
