I am an experienced Field Ecologist with a BSc in Applied Ecology, and CIEEM membership, specialising in all aspects of Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Law, and Practical Conservation.
I am an experienced Field Ecologist with a BSc in Applied Ecology, and CIEEM membership, specialising in all aspects of Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Law, and Practical Conservation.
I offer Ecological Services in; UK Protected Species Surveys and Translocation/Exclusions, Mitigation Planning and Implementation , Preliminary Ecological Assessment Surveys on Development Sites, Ecological Clerk of Works on Operational Sites, Botany (Phase 1 Habitat Surveys,NVC, and Monitoring, I currently have a BSBI FISC level 3 certificate), Herpetology (I hold a Natural England survey licence for Great Crested Newts), Bat Survey Assistance and Preliminary Bat Habitat Assessment, Environmental Law, and Planning Consultation/Advice regarding Best Practice.
I am experienced in Research and Project Planning, Report Writing, GIS (QGIS and ESRI platforms), and Survey Team Leadership (Planning and Implementation).
I am a Field Studies Council Biodiversity Fellow studying a wide range of taxa. .
I am a physically active person who enjoys working outdoors, thriving on projects to maximise the protection of biodiversity. I have my own van, which is insured for business purposes, allowing me to transport equipment anywhere in the UK discreetly and securely. I have had a clean UK driving licence for 30 years, I am an excellent and safe driver, able to drive in all conditions and terrain.
I am available immediately.
Academic Awards
Date Award title Awarding Body Grade/Level
21/6/2005 BSc (Hons) Applied Ecology Manchester Metropolitan University Second Class Honours (2nd Division)
15/10/1992 Society and Social Science The Open University Pass (60 points/ Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme Level 1)
6/1984 General Principles of English Law Associated Examining Board C (General Certificate of Education)
6/1981 Biology Associated Examining Board C (General Certificate of Education)
6/1981 English Language Associated Examining Board B (General Certificate of Education)
6/1981 Physics Associated Examining Board D (General Certificate of Education)
6/1980 General Studies Associated Examining Board C (General Certificate of Education)
6/1980 English Literature Yorkshire Regional Examination Board 1 (Certificate of Secondary Education)
6/1980 Microbiology Yorkshire Regional Examination Board 1 (Certificate of Secondary Education)
6/1980 Mathematics with Applications Inter-Board Committee 1 (Certificate of Extended Education)
Vocational Training Awards
Date Award title Awarding Body Grade/Level
3/7/2017 Volunteer Passport Adult Care NCFE Attendance and Completion
5/6/2017 Certificate in Employability Skills NCFE Level 1
3/3/2013 Understand the Opportunities and Risks in Running a Business SFEDI Awards 1 Credit Level 1
3/3/2013 Create the vision and values for Business SFEDI Awards 2 Credit Level 2
3/3/2013 Assess Personal Abilities to Run a Business SFEDI Awards 2 Credit Level 2
10-17/9/2010 Monitoring and Surveying for Conservation Field Studies Council Attendance and Completion
28-30/8/2009 Certificate in Basic Mammal Identification The Mammal Society Attendance and Completion
25/6/2009 Reedbed Design and Creation Royal Society for the Protection of Birds Attendance and Completion
3/7/2008 Training on The Lesser Silver Water Beetle Hydrochara caraboides Andy Harmer Attendance and Completion
13/6/2008 Species Identification – Shrews, Voles and Mice NCFE (BTCV Institute) Attendance and Completion
29/5/2008 Woodland Ecology NCFE (BTCV Institute) Attendance and Completion
30/1/2008 Species Identification – Winter Tree NCFE (BTCV Institute) Attendance and Completion
6/8/2007 Field Identification Skills Qualification Botanical Society of the British Isles Level 1+
27/4/2006 Basic Food Hygiene Goldcrest Training Passed with distinction
28/4/2006 Infection Control Goldcrest Training Attendance and Completion
26/4/2006 Emergency First Aid Goldcrest Training Attendance and Completion
26/4/2006 Moving & Handling of Loads Goldcrest Training Attendance and Completion
24/4/2006 Health & Safety Goldcrest Training Passed with distinction
6-8/3/2006 Habitat Creation Losehill (Peak District National Park) Attendance and Completion
6/6/2005 Project Management NCFE (BTCV Institute) Attendance and Completion
31/5/-1/6/2003 Post and Rail Fencing BTCV Institute Attendance and Completion
1/7/1983 12 Week Copy Typing Course Sight and Sound College Manchester 35 wpm Touch Typing with accuracy of 98% & Practical Typing Skill at 89%
Driving
Machinery
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NGB Awards
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RHS Qualifications (or Equivalent)
Outdoor Education
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I am an experienced Field Ecologist with a BSc in Applied Ecology, and CIEEM membership, specialising in all aspects of Ecology, Environmental Science, Environmental Law, and Practical Conservation.
I offer Ecological Services in; UK Protected Species Surveys and Translocation/Exclusions, Mitigation Planning and Implementation , Preliminary Ecological Assessment Surveys on Development Sites, Ecological Clerk of Works on Operational Sites, Botany (Phase 1 Habitat Surveys,NVC, and Monitoring, I currently have a BSBI FISC level 3 certificate), Herpetology (I hold a Natural England survey licence for Great Crested Newts), Bat Survey Assistance and Preliminary Bat Habitat Assessment, Environmental Law, and Planning Consultation/Advice regarding Best Practice.
I am experienced in Research and Project Planning, Report Writing, GIS (QGIS and ESRI platforms), and Survey Team Leadership (Planning and Implementation).
I am a Field Studies Council Biodiversity Fellow studying a wide range of taxa. .
I am a physically active person who enjoys working outdoors, thriving on projects to maximise the protection of biodiversity. I have my own van, which is insured for business purposes, allowing me to transport equipment anywhere in the UK discreetly and securely. I have had a clean UK driving licence for 30 years, I am an excellent and safe driver, able to drive in all conditions and terrain.
I am available immediately.
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