Lead Landscape & Biodiversity Specialist

Huntingdonshire District Council; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Huntingdonshire District Council is seeking a Senior Landscape Officer to lead landscape and biodiversity matters across Planning Services. You will provide expert advice on planning applications, environmental assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain delivery, working with developers, consultants and stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field, eligibility for professional body membership, and strong knowledge of environmental legislation.

Qualifications

• Degree in landscape, ecology or environmental field with eligibility for professional body
• Strong understanding of planning system and environmental legislation
• Experience assessing landscape and biodiversity impacts and giving clear professional advice
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences
• Commitment to protecting and enhancing the natural environment while delivering sustainable growth

Responsibilities

• Lead on landscape and biodiversity matters across Planning Services
• Provide expert advice on planning applications and environmental issues
• Contribute to environmental policy development and Biodiversity Net Gain delivery
• Represent the Council at appeals and other proceedings requiring specialist evidence
• Collaborate with developers, consultants and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes

Skills

Landscape planning

Environmental policy understanding

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in landscape architecture or environmental subject

Job description

Huntingdonshire District Council is seeking a Senior Landscape Officer to lead landscape and biodiversity matters across Planning Services. You will provide expert advice on planning applications, environmental assessments, and Biodiversity Net Gain delivery, working with developers, consultants and stakeholders to ensure sustainable growth.

The role requires a degree in a relevant field, eligibility for professional body membership, and strong knowledge of environmental legislation.