Ecological Consultant – Guildford

Thomson Environmental Consultants is seeking an Ecological Consultant in Guildford, UK. Candidates should have experience as an Ecologist or Assistant Ecologist, with strong communication skills and a relevant degree. The role involves travel and overnight stays, requiring a full UK driving license. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and are encouraged to apply regardless of background. This is a full-time position.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Ecologist to join our dynamic and busy terrestrial ecology team in Guildford.

We’re interested in hearing from candidates already in an Ecologist level role as well as those who have gained experience in an Assistant Ecologist role and are now ready to step up to Ecologist level.

At Thomson, we offer a role full of variety and excitement. As an Ecological Consultant, you’ll be on the move, with travel and overnight stays being an essential part of the job, especially during peak season. If you thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and love the idea of exploring different locations, this is the perfect role for you!

As with all consultancy work, strong communication skills and the ability to build and maintain positive client relationships are a must. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to the next level and contribute to meaningful ecological projects, we’d love to have you on our team!

Successful candidates will:
• Have proven, previous experience in a similar role, ideally within a commercial consultancy
• Have a degree or postgraduate degree in ecology or a closely related subject
• Have field skills in one or more specialist areas
• Have prior experience of project management/coordination and/or coordinating surveys
• Possess working knowledge of ecology, legislation and survey best practice
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to write clear, concise reports
• Have a full, clean, UK driving licence, use of a car, and be willing and able to travel and stay away from home regularly
• Have a positive outlook a strong desire to succeed
• Have membership to the Chartered Institute of Ecological and Environmental Management (CIEEM)

It would be advantageous if you also had the following:
• One or more protected species licences e.g. GCN, bat or dormouse

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

As an equal opportunities employer, Thomson is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to and join Thomson.