Ecologist

East Lindsey District Council are looking for an Ecologist with the experience and
skills to ensure new planning developments address the need to consider wildlife and
habitats. 

The imminent implementation of mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) means we are looking for
an Ecologist to work across our three planning departments. The role provides the opportunity
to mould and develop the approach taken towards BNG whilst providing technical advice and
support to internal and external stakeholders.

While primarily based within the Development Management team, the post will oversee a small
team of two other Officers to be recruited in due course and will also need to work closely
across service areas to ensure outcomes are met and implementation is effective.

This is a new role created specifically to support Biodiversity Net Gain delivery across the
East Lindsey, Boston Borough and South Holland area. The Ecologist will be the technical expert
on how BNG is assessed, measured and implemented but there will also be opportunities to
explore potential opportunities for income generation as well as working to ensure a
co-ordinated approach to habitat creation and enhancement is achieved.

The successful candidate will need to be a dynamic team player who demonstrates good
communication skills to a wide range of audiences and has a strong eye for detail. They will
need to have a strong understanding of both the policy framework and practical implementation
of biodiversity net gain and be confident in supporting colleagues to embrace new ways of
working.

What we need from you:

• Degree level in Ecology or related discipline
• Corporate membership of CIEEM, IEMA or similar professional body or working towards 
• Considerable experience of working as an ecological consultant or ecologist within a local
  planning authority
• A thorough understanding of BNG assessment and the Defra Metric, net gain plans and good
  practice guidelines and national planning policy
• Full driving licence

Benefits

We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme, 23.8% employer contribution
• Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work scheme*
• Flu Jabs
• Free Eye Test voucher
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Agile Working Policy*
• Car Mileage reimbursement*
• Long service recognition
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities

*Certain restrictions may apply

We also offer a wide range of family friendly policies designed to enable you to balance your
work and home life, manage your personal responsibilities and support you in times of
difficulty.

About us

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South
Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership.
The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils
have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and
already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils
creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

If you are interested in having a confidential conversation about the role, please
contact Mike Gildersleeves on 07980 790549.

The Council is committed to supporting applicants and employees with a disability or
long-term health condition and has committed to be a Disability Confident employer.

The Council is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment and has
committed to the Age Friendly Employer and Menopause Workplace pledges as well as the Armed
Forces Covenant. In signing these pledges the Council is affirming its support for
colleagues.

The Council is proud to offer equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of
age, cultural background, disability, gender, identity, marital status, nationality, political
belief, race, veteran status, religious or sexual orientation.

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application
numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which
may be prior to the closing date.