Biodiversity Officer – Open Spaces & Habitat Stewardship

St Helens Borough Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Inclusive work environment

Community impact

Job summary

St Helens Borough Council is seeking an Open Spaces Biodiversity Officer to protect, enhance and promote the borough's natural environment. The role sits in the Environment and Sustainability Team and offers opportunities to lead biodiversity projects, oversee surveys, and support LNRS and BNG initiatives.

Applicants from ecology and conservation backgrounds are welcome, with a focus on delivering strategies, engaging communities and developing partnerships to secure investment in biodiversity,

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of biodiversity legislation and Biodiversity Duty.
• Knowledge of local strategies and policies.
• Experience with habitat management and monitoring plans.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• IT proficiency including Word, Excel, and GIS.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering strategies, plans and projects to conserve and enhance biodiversity across the borough.
• Providing expert ecological advice to ensure best practice.
• Leading and supporting projects relating to ecology, trees and conservation.
• Commissioning and carrying out wildlife and habitat surveys, monitoring key species and reviewing management plans for key sites.
• Managing and monitoring environmental and ecology-related contracts and contributing to Green Flag Award standards.
• Identifying and delivering Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and other biodiversity enhancement opportunities.
• Supporting funding bids and partnership projects to secure investment in biodiversity, trees, and conservation.
• Promoting biodiversity awareness through community engagement, education and support for local initiatives.
• Supporting with the implementation of the emerging Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) within St Helens.

Skills

Biodiversity legislation

Policies & strategies

Habitat management

Communication skills

Organisation & time management

IT & GIS

Outdoor work

Driving licence (UK)

Tools

GIS software

Job description

St Helens Borough Council is seeking an Open Spaces Biodiversity Officer to protect, enhance and promote the borough's natural environment. The role sits in the Environment and Sustainability Team and offers opportunities to lead biodiversity projects, oversee surveys, and support LNRS and BNG initiatives.

Applicants from ecology and conservation backgrounds are welcome, with a focus on delivering strategies, engaging communities and developing partnerships to secure investment in biodiversity,