Senior Biodiversity & Countryside Officer

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council; Ewell; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is seeking a Senior Countryside Officer to lead biodiversity monitoring and habitat management across local nature reserves including Epsom Common and Horton Country Park. You will develop site management plans, oversee projects and contractors, and foster partnerships with community groups.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Countryside Management or Ecology, 3+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a valid UK driving

Qualifications

• Degree in Countryside Management or Ecology or equivalent.
• At least three years of professional experience in countryside management.
• Experience supervising volunteers or project teams.
• Experience with ecological survey work and biodiversity monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead biodiversity monitoring and habitat management across Local Nature Reserves.
• Develop and implement site management plans and Biodiversity Action Plan.
• Supervise volunteers and coordinate community engagement activities.
• Manage grazing and habitat management programmes; procure contractors.
• Support planning processes with biodiversity considerations.
• Develop partnerships with organisations and community groups.
• Deliver interpretation materials, educational resources and events.

Skills

Ecology knowledge

Biodiversity monitoring

Volunteer supervision

GIS experience

Public engagement

Grant management

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Countryside Management or Ecology

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Epsom & Ewell Borough Council is seeking a Senior Countryside Officer to lead biodiversity monitoring and habitat management across local nature reserves including Epsom Common and Horton Country Park. You will develop site management plans, oversee projects and contractors, and foster partnerships with community groups.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Countryside Management or Ecology, 3+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and a valid UK driving