This is a part time position of 30 hours per week, which will include some evening and weekend work, fixed term contract of between 3-6 months with the possibility of extending. Full PPE/Equipment provided. Due to locations all candidates must be car drivers. We are looking to appoint capable and enthusiastic professionals who can work with our ecology team to deliver surveys and reporting services to our existing high-profile clients within the commercial, public, private, utility and charity sectors. At Maydencroft Limited we greatly value professional integrity, a dedicated yet flexible work ethic, and impeccable standards of quality. The successful candidate will be working across our offices in Hertford and Windsor, with a great deal of remote working. Responsibilities -Assisting on a range of protected species surveys including: -Bat emergence and re-entry surveys -Bat transect surveys -Reptile surveys -Great crested newt surveys -Bird nest surveys -Sound and video data analysis of data gathered during surveys -Ecological Clerk of Works -Assisting with setting up reports – retrieving and analysing data searches Experience Essential -Working towards or Graduate of a degree in Ecology or related subject; -Thorough understanding of UK wildlife legislation -Highly proficient with Microsoft Office -Excellent communication skills and English language skills -Comfortable with lone working and able to effectively manage working time -Full, clean driving licence. Desirable -Post-graduate degree (or working towards) in Ecology or related subject; -Use of specialist software such as QGIS, AutoCAD, and Cartographer -Qualifying member of Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM) or the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) -Previous experience of protected species surveys -Previous experience setting up ecological reports and undertaking desk studies Benefits: Casual dress Company events Free parking On-site parking Schedule: Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability