Ecologist & Biodiversity Officer

Winchester City Council is looking for an Ecologist & Biodiversity
Officer to join the Natural Environment and Recreation Team (NERT), within Winchester
City Council.

As part of a small team within NERT, your role will be to support the delivery of the
Authority’s functions and activities with respect to ecology and wildlife conservation, through
the provision of specialised ecological/biodiversity advice and support. You will be
responsible for implementing the Biodiversity Action Plan, completing/assessing/contracting
ecological surveys and reports, developing new projects to reconnect wildlife and people;
promoting the work of the team and developing new and innovative ways to generate more interest
in Winchester’s special habitats and species, working in partnership where appropriate.

An ability to work independently as well as part of a team is essential, as is good
organisational skills and an ability to manage your own workload and time. This role will see
you come into contact with members of the public, partners, contractors & suppliers,
planners and councillors, as well as other sections of the council, so excellent communication
skills are a must.

In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including:

• Hybrid-working (50% in the office, 50% at home – after first 3 weeks in office)
• Employer paid health cash plan
• Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes
• 26 days annual leave per year rising to 33 days – dependent on length of service
• 13 days additional flexi leave per year (subject to operational requirements)
• Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave
• Free parking (during working hours) at any Winchester Park and Ride
• Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts at a range of major high street brands and the two leisure centres in the
  district
• Season Ticket loans
• Excellent working environment
• Support for continuous professional development

For further details please see the job description and person specification on our website.

Please apply by submitting an application form for this post.

For an informal discussion, please contact Principal Ecologist & Biodiversity
Officer – Zoe Keeble [email protected]