Reptile Translocation Fieldworkers

Bioscan (UK) Ltd are recruiting in connection with
delivery of RWE Generation UK plc’s Green Hydrogen project adjacent to Pembroke power station,
Pembrokeshire (SA71 5SS). The project requires the careful and considerate translocation of
three reptile species.

We are seeking both:

• An experienced reptile project lead / Ecological Clerk of Works (who will be required to
  train reptile fieldworkers, run the reptile translocation day-to-day, communicate with Bioscan,
  and collate translocation data),
• Additional reptile fieldworkers (who will be required to follow instructions on capture,
  handling, transport and release of reptiles).

Reptile fieldworkers will be required, on a self-employed (sub-contracted) basis, for the
period of around July to September/October 2025 (with a possibility of continuation the
following spring). There is scope for working full or part-time, to match your availability,
including weekend working. A day rate is offered which would be commensurate with
experience. Fieldworkers will have access to welfare facilities within the Pembroke power
station gatehouse, and the development site will be their normal place of work.

Working hours would be determined by seasonal weather conditions. Thus a working day in late
spring may be extended in response to warmer weather conditions and lighter days, likely
reaching a split-shift pattern during the high summer months when fieldworkers would work
either an early (early morning) or late (late afternoon) shift (or optionally both) to ensure
adequate coverage of the periods of optimal conditions for reptiles. Fieldworkers may also have
the opportunity to be involved with additional duties, such as reptile habitat manipulation,
surveying for nesting birds and camera monitoring of badger setts.

While previous experience of reptile work, including surveys, translocation, capture
and handling will be a distinct advantage, all relevant training will be given. All applicants
are however expected to be able to demonstrate an interest in and good general knowledge
of wildlife ecology, ideally with one or more related qualifications. Willingness to have a
flexible approach towards working hours is essential, in recognition of the need to target peak
times for reptile capture and release. A CSCS card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
is a distinct advantage, as is experience in practical habitat management (e.g. use of a
brushcutter, etc).