Ecologist: Biodiversity Advisor for Sustainable Development

Ecology Jobs; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Generous annual leave

Most services closed over Christmas

Professional development opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

Job summary

Ecology Jobs is seeking an enthusiastic ecology professional to advise the public, developers and Council officers on biodiversity and wildlife matters within the Borough. The role is part of the Natural and Built Environment Team, contributing to design, conservation and ecology across the team.

You will implement statutory ecological requirements and provide professional biodiversity input to help accommodate housing and employment growth at major development sites identified in our local

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology required.
• Working towards IEEM or CIEEM membership preferred.
• Some ecology-related experience desired.
• Knowledge of planning legislation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional biodiversity advice to the public, developers and Council officers.
• Help implement statutory ecology requirements for the Borough.
• Contribute biodiversity guidance to support housing and employment growth at major sites.
• Communicate clearly with a wide range of people and work to tight deadlines.

Skills

Ecology degree

IEEM/CIEEM membership

Planning legislation knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree in ecology

Job description

Ecology Jobs is seeking an enthusiastic ecology professional to advise the public, developers and Council officers on biodiversity and wildlife matters within the Borough. The role is part of the Natural and Built Environment Team, contributing to design, conservation and ecology across the team.

You will implement statutory ecological requirements and provide professional biodiversity input to help accommodate housing and employment growth at major development sites identified in our local