Biodiversity and Ecology Officer

1 week ago

Norwich, United Kingdom South Norfolk Council Full time

**Do you have a passion for ecology and biodiversity and want to help shape future growth and planning in South Norfolk and Broadland District Councils?**

**Role Snapshot**

**What you could be part of**

We are an ambitious organisation and a dynamic, forward thinking and proactive multi-disciplinary Planning team; seeking to deliver against the growth agenda, shaping and creating sustainable communities and protecting and enhancing our rich environment.

Working as one team across two Councils you will be part of a busy Planning team providing expert advice on all matters relating to ecology and biodiversity for planning and also expert advice on the emerging Biodiversity Net Gain and requirements from the Environment Act.

Working at the Council enables you to be part of an organisation which is proud to deliver high-quality, customer focussed services. Our success comes from us being commercially astute and business-like. Continuous improvement is also vital and we challenge ourselves to develop new and innovative ways to improve the services that make a real difference to people’s lives.

**What you’ll be doing**

Provide expert advice on the implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain and Environment Act requirements.
- **You will**have a professional qualification in Biology/Ecology or related science with relevant work experience and an understanding and knowledge of the planning system.

**What’s in it for you**

Our package includes:

- 25 days holiday increasing to 28 days after 5 years service plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Opportunity to work your hours flexibly to improve your work life balance (where operationally possible)
- Employer pension contributions of 15% with the option to make additional voluntary contributions
- Access to our One Team Rewards scheme including discounts in high street shops and restaurants, employee assistance programme and car lease scheme - with more to come
- Payroll giving scheme
- Regular reviews with your line manager, develop a personal development plan, as well as opportunities to undertake training
- Compassionate leave and sickness entitlement for times of need
- Support towards volunteering days in the community and encouragement to be involved with fun activities to raise money for local and national charities.

You may still have questions about the roles and can contact Tracy Lincoln, Development Manager, 01508 533814 to answer these for you.

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