Tasha Bernardez

First-Class Environmental Science graduate (University of Nottingham) and student member of CIEEM. Strong knowledge in bat ecology supported by professional consultancy experience, volunteer bat box inspections and dissertation research, alongside field experience in reptile, water vole and otter surveys. Skilled in QGIS mapping, ecological data collection and scientific report writing.

Driven and highly organised, seeking an early career Ecologist role within a consultancy to deliver high-quality project outcomes while continuing to expand technical and field capabilities. Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle with business insurance.

Seasonal Ecologist - SLR Ecology Consulting

(2024-07)

• Independently set up and deployed cameras and IR lights on tripod stands for dusk emergence surveys on residential buildings.
• Practical use of an Elekon Batlogger M2 Bat Detector.
• Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to work unsociable hours and travel long distances.

Casual Worker - ECOSA Ecology Consultancy

(2026-04)

• Participated in bat survey training involving bat ecology theory and survey techniques.
• Practical use of an Elekon Batlogger M Bat Detector.
• Aided a Compliance check and dusk emergence survey on a bat house post development.
• Maintained high-quality field records on standardised data sheets, identifying bat species, categorising the activity type and sketching flight patterns to support ecological reporting.

Volunteer - Nottinghamshire Bat Group

(2025-11)

• Aided licensed professionals with bat box inspections (Kent, Schwegler and hibernation types) using torches and endoscopes.
• Furthered my species ID and team working skills.
• Took part in guano analysis to determine species presence and habitat use.

Ecology Placement – Shadowing Principal Ecologist - ELMAW Consultancy - Royston

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Assisted with an emergence survey using sonogram and night vision equipment (Natterer's maternity roost confirmed)
• Supported an RPA, a BNG assessment and PEA site visit.
• Participated in protected species surveys including reptile refugia and water vole latrine raft surveys, identifying anything encountered (latrine confirmed).
• Assisted with a riverbank site visit to monitor otter activity using spraint detection and camera trap footage.
• Recognised for being kind, polite and professional; invited to return for further ecological experience following a successful stay.

Volunteer Wildlife Surveyor - Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Collaboratively conducted an intertidal survey at Lepe beach, identifying and recording a range of marine shore species.
• Enhanced my species ID skills through hands-on fieldwork.
• Recognised for strong attention to detail and proven ability to locate species frequently missed.

Volunteer Wildlife Surveyor - Hampshire County Council

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Participated in butterfly monitoring survey at Queen Elizabeth country park, identifying species with an ID guide
• Recorded species abundance using structure survey methods.

Server - Pulpo Negro - Alresford

(2023-07 - 2023-09)

• Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced Michelin-recommended restaurant, developing strong communication and team-working skills.

Kitchen Assistant and Waitress - The Cricketers - Alresford

(2022-01 - 2022-08)

• Worked collaboratively across kitchen and service teams to deliver smooth, high-quality service.
• Received positive feedback for my driven work ethic and tendency to take initiative.

BSc (Hons) - Environmental Science - University Of Nottingham (2023 - 2026)

A levels - Environmental Science, Psychology, Philosophy - Peter Symonds Sixth Form (2021 - 2023)

GCSEs - General Education - Thorden School (2016 - 2021)