Field Ornithologist
Location: Remote with site based travel UK wide
A specialist environmental consultancy providing comprehensive ecological services to the renewable energy, infrastructure, and residential sectors across the UK is looking to hire a Field Ornithologist to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will have a deep passion for bird conservation and possess outstanding UK bird identification skills (visual and sound). Knowledge of recognised bird survey methods is desirable but not essential, as is a wider understanding and interest in British wildlife.
This role involves conducting field surveys across various habitats and landscapes, often in remote or challenging conditions, to support ecological assessments for development projects. The role will suit an active and passionate birder.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field-based ornithological surveys, including breeding bird surveys, wintering bird surveys, Vantage Point watches and migration monitoring.
- Identify and methodically record bird species in the field, including challenging species groups.
- Manage survey data efficiently, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
- Assist in preparing high-quality, clear, and concise survey results reports.
- Assist with other survey types
- Maintain equipment and resources necessary for fieldwork.
- Ensure compliance with relevant wildlife legislation and best practice guidelines.
Seeking someone with
- Experience in UK field ornithology, with a strong emphasis on bird identification.
- Experience in data management and entry, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently in varying field conditions.
- Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle
- Willingness to travel across England (Predominantly the Midlands / East Anglia)
- Knowledge of standard bird field survey methods.
- Experience with GIS software and spatial data analysis - Desirable
- Familiarity with protected species legislation and mitigation strategies.
- Experience in report writing.
- A schedule 1 species licence - Desirable
Competitive salary of around £28,500 (negotiable on experience) and benefits package including
- Pension scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Flexible working arrangements, with fieldwork and office-based tasks.
- Exposure to a diverse range of projects across various sectors.
Apply now for further details and immediate consideration for this Field Ornithologist role.
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