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Nick Smith

What made you choose Arbtech?

I originally found Arbtech when I was looking for an opportunity in the ecology sector.

In 2022, I started sub-contracting on bat surveys and my interest in the sector grew. Then, an internship opportunity came up the following year, so I decided to try my luck.

During my year of sub-contracting, I got to know the project managers at Arbtech, and they were all friendly and willing to teach me. This has always been the case when meeting more staff as I’ve progressed, which fills me with confidence when learning and developing.

There are lots of opportunities to grow with Arbtech, and that really keeps me motivated.

What do you love most about the company?

Being able to manage my own time and work schedule to suit me, with the mix of working from home and being in the field conducting surveys.

As well as the business structure, I’d definitely say that the people make Arbtech. Everyone is friendly, full of knowledge, and committed to their job. I am always learning every day, which keeps me engaged.

What do you do when you are not at Arbtech?

I find it hard sitting around doing nothing, as I like to keep my mind and body active. I try to go to the gym most days, and I’ve also been practising speaking Spanish.

I like exploring new places, so I often go away for the weekend and convert the back of my car into a bed and have an adventure, all while enhancing my skills in botany, ornithology and mycology wherever I go.

What is your biggest tip to achieving the most in life?

Get things done when they need to be done; stop the talking and just get through it.

What is the best social you’ve been on at Arbtech?

The best social event I’ve attended at Arbtech so far is ArbCon 2024.

It stood out because it combined insightful formal talks with engaging informal social activities, offering the perfect balance of learning and networking.

What made it even more special was the chance to connect with the entire team in person. Since we all work remotely, it’s rare for us to be in the same location, aside from our annual Christmas party, which is always generously hosted by Arbtech.

It was fantastic to see everyone in one place, share ideas and build stronger connections, making it an event that truly highlighted the sense of community we have within the company.

Where do you want to travel next?

Having studied languages in college – one of them being Russian – I would like to travel to Russia to apply my learning and also to see the huge range of biodiversity they hold.

Inside the UK, I would like to complete Ben Nevis in Scotland, as I have already done the biggest mountain in England (Scafell Pike) and the biggest mountain in Wales (Snowdon).

Where do you see yourself in 5 years’ time?

In 5 years’ time, I would like to have developed professionally to consultant level and be training for senior level. I would also like to develop my botany skills and become more specialised in that area.

Away from work, I’d like to think that I’d have been able to buy my first property by then, maybe even in the countryside.

What is a goal you have for the future, in or out of work?

Professionally, I would like to earn my protected species licences and work my way up to consultant level, and I also intend on working towards progressing in botany and being able to carry out phase 2 surveys.

Personally, I would like to become fluent in Spanish and start learning another language while travelling. As well as this, I would like to live abroad for a year and get involved in conservation in a new country.

Nick joined Arbtech in October 2023.

Job Title

Consultant Ecologist

Professional Experience

  • Ecology

Specialist Areas

  • BERS

Hobbies

    Going to the Gym and Learning Spanish

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