Biodiversity Projects Lead - Hybrid Role

University-of-Oxford; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days annual leave

Family leave scheme

Hybrid/flexible working

Cycle loan

Discount bus travel

Season ticket loans

Social clubs

Job summary

The University of Oxford is seeking a Biodiversity Projects Supervisor to lead practical biodiversity projects across University Parks and the Oxford Green Estate. You will combine ecological knowledge with delivery, coordinating habitat work and supervising staff to improve biodiversity on site.

You will assess sites, plan work, oversee contractors, monitor outcomes and keep accurate records, with a high degree of ownership and a flexible hybrid-working approach.

Qualifications

• This role requires a land-based qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Background in ecology with habitat management experience.
• Experience delivering practical projects with teams or contractors.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and health and safety when delivering projects.
• Familiarity with local authority planning processes is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication and accurate record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practical habitat work across the estate.
• supervise staff and contractors on site.
• monitor biodiversity improvements and report on progress.
• oversee Biodiversity Net Gain obligations and project delivery.
• maintain project updates and records in office-based systems.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Habitat management

Project delivery

Health and safety awareness

Planning processes

Independent working

Communication skills

Record-keeping/reporting

Driving licence

Education

Land-based qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

IT literacy

Job description

The University of Oxford is seeking a Biodiversity Projects Supervisor to lead practical biodiversity projects across University Parks and the Oxford Green Estate. You will combine ecological knowledge with delivery, coordinating habitat work and supervising staff to improve biodiversity on site.

You will assess sites, plan work, oversee contractors, monitor outcomes and keep accurate records, with a high degree of ownership and a flexible hybrid-working approach.