ABR Ecology have two fixed-term contract positions open to join our team between now -30th October 2024. We are currently seeking 2 Graduate Ecologists £23,000+ pa pro rata (negotiable dependent upon experience).
The positions are office-based, with our office located in Verwood, Dorset. Flexible home working is also required with laptops provided and working from home expenses subsidised. A Workplace Pension Scheme is also provided through Nest.
About ABR Ecology

ABR Ecology are a small, friendly consultancy based in Verwood, Dorset working throughout the South West. Our work includes a wide variety of exciting projects ranging from small-scale homeowner developments to more
complex and challenging projects. We have a specialist expertise in bats although conduct a range of surveys and reports for small through to large scale housing developments. We are a close-knit team currently consisting of six full-time members and one part-time member of staff, with seasonal support sought throughout our busy summer season. We are now looking for seasonal support as the company continues to grow.
Graduate Ecologist Level (x 2 positions available)
Full-time 37.5 hrs per week with Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) scheme for any overtime hours

The Graduate Ecologist role involves assisting our more senior members of staff with surveys including Phase 1 Habitat surveys, Preliminary Roost Appraisals (PRA) surveys, bat emergence surveys and reptile surveys and translocation. Other fieldwork may include assistance on dormouse, water vole and otter surveys. As a Graduate Ecologist, you will be expected to help prepare biological data searches and basic reports including bat reports, Ecological Appraisals and typing up field notes as part of a team.
You will be expected to prepare for surveys such as preparing relevant maps, survey forms etc.
The fieldwork is mainly based in and around the southwest, but may be further afield on
occasion.

Essential Skills - Graduate Ecologist Level

Desirable Skills - Graduate Ecologist Level (not mandatory - training will be provided where required)

Degree in Ecology or related field. Experience of ecological surveys (in particular carrying out bat emergence/re-entry surveys and using bat detectors).
Experience of Preliminary Ecological Appraisals / Phase 1 Habitat surveys.Experience in writing up ecological reports.Experience in using QGIS.
Qualifying member of CIEEM or working towards membership.
In the process of working towards personal Class licences for protected species (e.g. bats, great crested newts and dormice).
Essential Practical Requirements

Full, clean UK driving licence & access to car insured for business use.
Ability to carry out fieldwork and work during unsociable hours including dusk/dawn times (where possible we try to prevent any weekend working). Working over some Bank Holidays will also be required.

ABR Ecology are committed to providing a supportive working environment with a competitive
salary, in addition to ongoing opportunities for CPD and training offered for permanent members
of staff. If extending into a permanent position, support and training will be offered towards