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Seasonal Ecologists - Register your Interest

Join Cura Terrae Land and Nature and help shape the future of the environment through impactful ecological work across the UK.

Seasonal ecology opportunities at the following location; in Sheffield, Manchester, Basingstoke, Cardiff, Bristol, Exeter and Barnard Castle.

Salary – Dependent on experience

Job Type – Seasonal contract

At Cura Terrae, our Land and Nature division (formerly Ecus) has been pioneering change in the environmental sector for over 30 years. With our roots in Sheffield and offices across the UK, we’re proud to combine local expertise with nationwide reach. Now, as we continue to grow, we’re looking for Seasonal Ecologists to join our team for the upcoming survey season and help drive forward an inspiring culture and impactful work.

Why join us?

Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or bring a wealth of experience to a new challenge, we’ll support your journey. You’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence—delivering high-quality ecological services across a diverse range of multi-disciplinary projects.

We invest in our people and the latest technology, so you’ll have the tools and support to thrive. You’ll work alongside passionate technical experts and contribute to meaningful, lasting change for our clients, communities, and the environment.

Role Description

Working alongside our team of experienced and knowledgeable ecology consultants, you will play a key role in the delivery of a diverse range of ecological and environmental based projects, with duties including:

  • Assisting with large-scale protected species field surveys across the UK
  • Undertaking data consultations and reviewing biological records
  • Assisting with extended UK Habitats surveys
  • Pre-survey preparation
  • Field recording, data entry and input of survey data
  • Drafting environmental reports

Desirable Skills & Experience

At Cura Terrae, we recognise that many Seasonal Ecologists are early years professionsals and may not have much experience, though some may have garnered skills through placements, voluntary work or previous contracts. This list should not be taken as pass/fail as we provide training and mentoring to raise your skill set.

  • PTS / ICI desirable
  • CIEEM membership highly desirable
  • GIS experience (training can be provided)
  • Educated to graduate level in a relevant subject
  • Experience of undertaking ecological surveys
  • The ability to work away from home as / when required to undertake surveys as part of a field team (all expenses paid)
  • CSCS card holder
  • Full driving licence

CT L&N are an equal opportunities employer, we provide a supportive friendly working environment, offer competitive salaries and flexible working. All applicants must demonstrate their right to work in the UK.

Register Your Interest We are inviting candidates to register their interest in upcoming seasonal ecology opportunities with Cura Terrae Land and Nature.

As part of your application, please indicate your preferred location(s) so we can consider you for roles that best match your interests and availability. We operate across the UK, with offices in Sheffield, Manchester, Basingstoke, Cardiff, Bristol, Exeter and Barnard Castle. 

If a suitable opportunity arises, a member of our team will be in touch. If there are no current matches, your details will be held on file and reviewed for future vacancies.

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STRICTLY NO AGENCIES – We do not accept CVs from third parties / agencies, and any applications received will be treated as the property of CT L&N. We will not be liable for any fees related to unsolicited CVs received