Biodiversity Net Gain Lead

CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 36 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management is seeking a Biodiversity Specialist to support Crawley Council's climate and nature emergency initiatives. You will design Biodiversity Net Gain plans for housing and infrastructure, carry out surveys, and collaborate with planning authorities to minimise delays.

Role focuses on protecting biodiversity, funding opportunities, and delivering a borough-wide biodiversity action plan aligned with local climate resilience goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in biodiversity assessments and field surveys.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Net Gain requirements and planning processes.
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams, external groups and local authorities.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design of Biodiversity Net Gain plans for council developments and planning applications.
• Carry out biodiversity surveys or commission surveys from external consultants.
• Oversee on-site BNG plans and ensure reinvestment of funds into Crawley biodiversity.
• Explore habitat banks on council land to provide long-term protection of green spaces.
• Identify grant opportunities and submit successful bids.
• Develop an area-wide Biodiversity Action Plan to halt biodiversity loss by 2030.
• Support climate adaptation planning to reduce heat and flood risks.
• Build skills and capacity for long-term green space protection amid Local Government reorganisation.
• Perform duties as required by the line manager; work outdoors in all weather; comply with safety policies.
• Promote equality, safeguarding, and environmental standards in all duties.

Description du poste

The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management is seeking a Biodiversity Specialist to support Crawley Council's climate and nature emergency initiatives. You will design Biodiversity Net Gain plans for housing and infrastructure, carry out surveys, and collaborate with planning authorities to minimise delays.

Role focuses on protecting biodiversity, funding opportunities, and delivering a borough-wide biodiversity action plan aligned with local climate resilience goals.