Ecosystems Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Ecosystems Specialist to join our team at DigiKape Resourcing.

The successful candidate will be responsible for running Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) and Nutrient Neutrality (NN) assessments, which involve complex calculations and data submissions. This role requires strong communication and negotiation skills to work with senior-level stakeholders in Natural England and applicants.

• Nutrient Neutrality:

This includes but not limited to:

• Change of use of land/buildings to generate NN, including calculations around surface water flows and sustainable drainage systems.
• Offsite nutrient neutrality solutions.
• Approving, legally securing and managing third-party phosphate credit schemes.
• Intensive agricultural developments - eg AD Plants, waste to heat/energy, poultry and livestock units, polytunnels.
• Major residential applications not utilising a standard foul water and sustainable drainage scheme.
• Other alternative NN schemes such as fertiliser production.

In addition, the Ecosystems Specialist will be responsible for:

• Air emission and deposition from agricultural developments and incineration.
• Significant recreational effects.
• Other significant water or air pollution such as waste water treatment works upgrades and integrated constructed wetlands.
• Drafting, proofing and publishing updated council guidance and FAQs.
• Specialist advice and processes in respect of Councils own Nutrient Neutrality Schemes.

The ideal candidate will have excellent technical knowledge and experience in environmental assessment and planning.

We offer a competitive salary of £60,000-£80,000 per annum, depending on experience, and a range of benefits including professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career working for a large local authority.