Ecologist (Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre)

Ref: HCC615513
Location:
Three Minsters House, Winchester
Contract type: Temporary – 12 months

The Role:

The Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre (HBIC) is part of a large, integrated,
multi-disciplinary team offering a range of specialist environmental services to the County
Council and other public authorities. HBIC brings together information on Hampshire’s natural
environment and works with a wide range of partner organisations involved in the supply and use
of biodiversity data.

Reporting to the HBIC Data Manager, a highly motivated and organised individual is required for
the collation, management, verification and provision of biodiversity data, the screening of
planning applications and liaison with local recorders and species recording groups. We are
looking for someone with a strong work ethic, flexible attitude, and the ability to confidently
engage with a wide range of contacts at all levels.

Applicants should have an appropriate degree or professional qualification; relevant post
graduate experience; a good understanding and keen interest of ecology, habitats, species and
nature conservation practice; and strong IT skills including experience in biodiversity data
handling, GIS and Access databases. Knowledge and experience of using MapMate, Recorder and
Living Record are all highly desirable.

What we can offer you:

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and
developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and
where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork
where people can grow and develop in their roles.

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!

We offer a range of family-friendly policies including flexible working and a generous annual
leave entitlement.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young
people, and adults. We expect all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.
We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our Benefits Package.

Additional Information:

Ecologist – Job Description
and Person Specification

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Wolfgang Ritter, HBIC Data manager on 0370 779 5723 or [email protected]

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children,
young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this
commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this
commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied
which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the
population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less
favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief,
sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a
Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and
selection process is inclusive and accessible.

Closing date: 30 April 2024