Ecology Officer in the Development Management team at Huntingdonshire District Council, giving specialist ecological input on planning and environmental matters across the district. The core of the work is assessing planning applications and development proposals, advising on biodiversity net gain and Habitat Regulations Assessments, and supporting planning appeals and enforcement. The post is permanent and full-time, with hybrid working and an expectation of being in the office at least two days a week. Visa sponsorship is not available, so candidates must already have the right to work in the UK.
What the job involves
- Provide specialist ecological advice on planning and environmental matters
- Assess planning applications and development proposals for biodiversity and ecological impacts
- Support delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain and Local Nature Recovery initiatives
- Contribute to the Council's response to the Ecological Emergency
- Assist with Habitat Regulations Assessments
- Provide specialist input to planning appeals and enforcement matters
- Contribute to environmental policy development
- Help the Council meet its obligations under environmental legislation
- Review environmental reports
- Present recommendations to senior officers and members
- Work with planning colleagues, developers, consultants and external stakeholders
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree in ecology, biology, landscape or a related discipline
Registration & licences
- Membership of, or commitment to working towards membership of, a relevant professional body
Experience
- Experience in ecology and biodiversity
Skills & knowledge
- Good understanding of the planning system, sustainable development and environmental legislation
- Confident interpreting ecological information
- Clear, practical advice for a wide range of audiences
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Sound technical knowledge and professional judgement
- Organised, proactive and solution-focused, managing competing priorities
Checks & eligibility
- Right to work in the UK
Other
- Working independently and as part of a collaborative team
What’s offered
- Flexitime to support work-life balance
- Hybrid working model
- Range of other council benefits
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Ecology Officer employer: The Methodist Church in Britain
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
