Ecologist

Vale of Glamorgan Council; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council seeks an Ecologist to lead ecological and nature conservation services, managing projects and advising on planning applications. The ideal candidate has a degree in ecology, experience in ecological assessments, and strong communication skills. This position is based in Barry, with a salary between £37,280 and £40,777.

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological field assessment.
• Knowledge of LA working systems and the planning process.
• Ability to prepare reports and record ecological data.

Responsibilities

• Lead on providing an ecological and nature conservation service.
• Manage and coordinate Ecology services for the Council.
• Provide professional ecological advisory service to the Planning Department.

Skills

Ecological field assessment

Communication skills

IT literacy

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or post-graduate qualification in ecology

Job description

About us

Our work strives to preserve and wherever possible enhance the key attributes that make the Vale such a popular place to live and visit. We aim to promote sustainable and appropriate new development and to make a real difference through regeneration activity by providing people with access to employment, facilities and the opportunity to improve their quality of life, whilst Conserving, enhancing and effectively managing the countryside and coastal areas within the Vale of Glamorgan.

Ambitious - Forward thinking, embracing new ways of working and investing in our future.

Open - Open to different ideas and being accountable for the decisions we take.

Together - Working together as a team that engages with our customers and partners, respects diversity and is committed to quality services.

Proud - Proud of the Vale of Glamorgan; proud to serve our communities and to be part of the Vale of Glamorgan Council.

About the role

Pay Details: Grade 8 SCP 26 - 30 £37,280 - £40,777

Hours of Work/ Working Pattern: 37 hours per week

Main Place of Work: Civic Office, Barry.

Description:

The post holder will lead on providing an ecological and nature conservation service with the Council, to other partners and to the public, manage and co-ordinate Ecology services to the Council and to external bodies and contacts, including the continuing development of an ecological database. To provide a comprehensive and professional ecological advisory service to the Planning Department in respect of planning applications, development briefs, supplementary planning guidance and other consultations, including provision of ecological advice, opinion and recommendations to ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and policy.

About you

You will need:

• Experience in ecological field assessment.
• Knowledge of LA working systems and the planning process.
• Degree or post-graduate qualification in ecology or other appropriate discipline.
• The ability to prepare reports and record ecological data on relevant recording systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• I.T. literate, data processing.
• Excellent organisational skills.

Additional information

DBS Check Required: None

For Further Information, contact: Stephen Pickering, Team Leader Countryside - 01446 706110

Please see attached job description / person specification for further information.