1013-323 Operations Officer North C Grade October 2025

DescriptionJob Title: 1013-323 Operations Officer - North Grade: C Vacancy Type: Permanent Hours: 35 Salary: 32030 (Pay award pending effect from 01 April 2025) Location: Kirkwall - Orkney Islands some homeworking possible Closing Date: Midday 13 November Internal Interview Date: 2 December 2025 External Interview Date: 16 December 2025Job Purpose SummaryNatureScot is Scotlands Nature Agency protecting and restoring nature and inspiring everyone to value our natural this role you will contribute to NatureScots vision for a nature-rich future for Scotland by encouraging action to protect restore and value nature in the local Operational in Orkney this is an exciting opportunity to help protect and restore nature across the Orkney Islands and the wider North of Scotland. Your role will focuson (a) working in a team to deliver NatureScots Development Advice Service advising consulting authorities on the implications of proposals for Scotlands nature (b) providing advice on schemes covering agri-environment and climate Peatland Action and Nature Restoration and (c) advising land managers on the impacts of their management proposals on protected areas and providing advice relating to wildlife management. Other areas of work will include monitoring of protected areas and proactive work to address climate change and maintain high levels of biosecurity for the Islands.We are looking for flexibility across the balance of the areas of work depending on the skills and experience of the individual and of other team members. Training and mentoring will be provided on the technical aspects of the post.Areas of responsibilityAdvising consenting authorities on the implications of proposals for protected areas.Providing advice on protected areas management and wildlife management.Monitoring protected areas; i.e. SSSIs and European sites.Providing advice on land marine and freshwater management.Representing NatureScot in local partnerships and with local stakeholders.Advising on applications to various schemes: Agri-environment and Climate Peatland Action and Nature Restoration Fund.Responding to information requests from the general public.Undertaking appropriate training and development.Skills (Please refer to these in your supporting Statement)An interest in and a passion for nature.Ability to plan be flexible prioritise workloads to work with others independently and in a dispersed team.Good communication skills both written and verbal including IT.Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work in partnership to foster good relations and to encourage actions by others.Awareness of Scotlands system of protected areas including European sites.Knowledge and understanding of the key environmental issues relating to the Orkney Islands.Understanding of land management and some experience of working with land managers.Awareness ofNatureScots role in supporting good development.Relevant degree or equivalent qualification or practical experience in an environmental discipline or countryside management.Driving license or other means of transport.Prerequisites RequiredCandidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and resident in Scotland for the duration of the job contractTo undertake a Disclosure Scotland application.Although Gaelic language is not a prerequisite it is a desirable skill in support of our commitment to our Gaelic Language PlanWorking for NatureScot what we offer youNatureScot offers some great benefits to reward and support you whilst you are working for us. Our benefits package includes thecivil service pension scheme a generous holiday leave allowance plus flexi time and employee discount scheme. Visit the NatureScotwebsite for further detailsincluding below:An environment with flexible working optionsA Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% (7.35% employee contributions) days of annual leave including 5 fixed public holidays on St Andrews Day Christmas Day Boxing Day New Years Day and 2nd JanuaryEquivalent of 2 days paid volunteering leaveA focus on wellbeing with access to an employee assistance programmeJob satisfaction from contributing proactively to the twinned nature and climate crisisDeath in service benefitsCycle to work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemesAccess to an employee discounts schemeLearning and development tailored to your roleA culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.Application ProcessApplication is by CV and Supporting Statement. Please ensure you have attached these documents when submitting your application.Before applying for this post;Internal applicants should read the Self Service Guide (eRDMS A3155575)External applicants should read the Online Job Application GuideIf you have previously applied for a vacancy with NatureScot you must remove the supporting statement from your profile before uploading a new version.InterviewsExternal candidates will be invited to interview if we are unable to recruit internally.NatureScots Net Zero commitmentWhether working at home or in an office or travelling to meetings and site visits as a NatureScot you will contribute to our Net Zero plan for example through positive carbon travel choices.For information regarding the vacancy please contactDan Brazier Operations Manager Operations - NorthEmail:Tel: Nature is vital to all of us so it is vital that we are an organisation for all of Scotland. The more diverse NatureScot is the better we will be in connecting everyone with nature. We particularly encourage applications from people from Minority Ethnic (ME) backgrounds and people with a disability.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Six Sigma,Lean,Management Experience,Process Improvement,Microsoft Outlook,Analysis Skills,Warehouse Management System,Operations Management,Kaizen,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Retail Management Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1