A leading multidisciplinary environmental consultancy is seeking a motivated and skilled ornithologist to join its expanding ecology team in Lockington. This role is ideal for someone with strong field experience, a passion for avian ecology, and a desire to contribute to a wide variety of conservation and development projects. The role includes both field-based and office-based work, with a varied workload across sectors such as renewable energy, infrastructure, commercial development, and conservation management. Seasonal flexibility and a willingness to travel for survey work are essential.Benefits typically include:Competitive salary based on experienceFlexible working arrangements and TOIL for survey hoursStructured training pathways and support toward professional accreditation (e.g., CIEEM)Access to experienced mentors and ongoing CPD opportunitiesModern office facilities and high-quality field equipmentOpportunities to work on high-profile and diverse ecological projects across the UKA friendly, collaborative team culture with regular knowledge-sharing and skills developmentThe successful candidate will undertake a broad range of ornithological work, including:Breeding and wintering bird surveysVantage point and flight activity surveysTargeted species surveys for Schedule 1 and Red/Amber list birdsHabitat assessments and input into ecological mitigation strategiesData analysis, interpretation, and contribution to technical reportsSupporting senior ecologists and colla