Habitats Team Operative

About Ecosupport Ltd

Ecosupport Ltd is an established ecological and habitat management services company providing
practical solutions to support development and biodiversity across the UK. Our team delivers a
wide range of habitat management, vegetation clearance, and ecological mitigation projects for
clients in the infrastructure, construction, and land management sectors.

The Role

We are seeking a Habitats Team Operative to join our experienced field team based in
Lee-on-the-Solent. The role involves carrying out a variety of site-based tasks, including
vegetation clearance, habitat creation, and ecological mitigation works. This position is ideal
for someone who enjoys practical outdoor work and takes pride in delivering high-quality
environmental site outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake vegetation clearance, including brushcutting, chainsaw work, and scrub
  management.
• Deliver habitat creation and restoration works such as pond construction, wildflower
  seeding, and tree or hedge planting.
• Install and maintain ecological mitigation measures, including reptile and amphibian
  exclusion fencing.
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery, and vehicles safely and effectively.
• Conduct ecological surveys and ECoW.

Essential Requirements

• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and across varied sites.
• Good physical fitness and a commitment to safe working practices.
• Full UK driving licence (required).
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Interest in practical ecological and habitat management work.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in vegetation clearance, landscaping, or ecological contracting.
• Relevant tickets/certifications such as CSCS, brushcutter/strimmer (NPTC), chainsaw (NPTC),
  or pesticide application (PA1/PA6).
• Awareness of UK habitats and environmental legislation (advantageous but not essential).

What We Offer

• £28,000 annual salary.
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Paid overtime and progression opportunities.
• Ongoing training and support for gaining additional qualifications.
• A supportive, professional team environment working on diverse and rewarding projects.

Start Date: As soon as possible