West Oxfordshire District Council
Witney, Oxfordshire
Are you interested in a career through environmental conservation? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as an Assistant Biodiversity Officer. You will supervise on providing high quality and robust ecological advice in order to enhance biodiversity in new developments, whilst assisting in delivering nature recovery, aligned to our climate change and sustainability click apply for full job details
May 02, 2024
Full time
Are you interested in a career through environmental conservation? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as an Assistant Biodiversity Officer. You will supervise on providing high quality and robust ecological advice in order to enhance biodiversity in new developments, whilst assisting in delivering nature recovery, aligned to our climate change and sustainability click apply for full job details
Assistant Biodiversity Officer £26,190 - £27,744 Full Time, Permanent Are you interested in a career through environmental conservation? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as an Assistant Biodiversity Officer. You will supervise on providing high quality and robust ecological advice in order to enhance biodiversity in new developments, whilst assisting in delivering nature recovery, aligned to our climate change and sustainability priorities, across the area. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you passionate about restoring biodiversity to the local area? If so we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council's ambition for the future and we are passionate about safeguarding and restoring biodiversity in the area. Our focus is to enable our communities in the West Oxfordshire area to thrive, create great places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to thrive too and are serious in tackling the climate and nature emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We are looking to deliver upon our council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are looking for a passionate Assistant Biodiversity Officer to join our team to ensure the Council is ready for its duties under the Environment Act 2021 in relation to biodiversity net gain. You will assist on providing high quality and robust ecological advice surrounding Biodiversity Net Gain and Habitats Regulations, in relation to Development Management issues (including enforcement and appeals). You will work with a variety of different stakeholders, including planning officer colleagues, developers, planning agents, ecological consultants, environmental organisations and the local community to protect and enhance biodiversity in new developments and elsewhere and to deliver nature recovery across the area, through an innovative and practical solutions based approach. You will ensure that planning applications not only safeguard biodiversity but also maximise opportunities for net gain and nature recovery. You will also have the opportunity to grow in the role, to take a strategic view by helping shape future planning policy on biodiversity, green infrastructure and natural capital. Ultimately, we are looking for someone, who wants to grow within their role long term and would suit someone who has recently graduated or has related ecology experience. We want to give you the tools to support you, harness your potential and provide more responsibility within your role long term. You will need • Qualifications to Postgraduate level or equivalent in a relevant subject • Knowledge and understanding of biodiversity conservation and enhancement, including legislation, designated sites, and biodiversity survey and assessment • Experience and/or understanding of implementing nature strategies and projects in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders • Enthusiasm for and an interest in biodiversity conservation and enhancement • Effective communication skills with a wide range of customers and others (excellent verbal and written skills) What can we do for you? • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
May 02, 2024
Full time
Assistant Biodiversity Officer £26,190 - £27,744 Full Time, Permanent Are you interested in a career through environmental conservation? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as an Assistant Biodiversity Officer. You will supervise on providing high quality and robust ecological advice in order to enhance biodiversity in new developments, whilst assisting in delivering nature recovery, aligned to our climate change and sustainability priorities, across the area. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you passionate about restoring biodiversity to the local area? If so we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council's ambition for the future and we are passionate about safeguarding and restoring biodiversity in the area. Our focus is to enable our communities in the West Oxfordshire area to thrive, create great places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to thrive too and are serious in tackling the climate and nature emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We are looking to deliver upon our council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are looking for a passionate Assistant Biodiversity Officer to join our team to ensure the Council is ready for its duties under the Environment Act 2021 in relation to biodiversity net gain. You will assist on providing high quality and robust ecological advice surrounding Biodiversity Net Gain and Habitats Regulations, in relation to Development Management issues (including enforcement and appeals). You will work with a variety of different stakeholders, including planning officer colleagues, developers, planning agents, ecological consultants, environmental organisations and the local community to protect and enhance biodiversity in new developments and elsewhere and to deliver nature recovery across the area, through an innovative and practical solutions based approach. You will ensure that planning applications not only safeguard biodiversity but also maximise opportunities for net gain and nature recovery. You will also have the opportunity to grow in the role, to take a strategic view by helping shape future planning policy on biodiversity, green infrastructure and natural capital. Ultimately, we are looking for someone, who wants to grow within their role long term and would suit someone who has recently graduated or has related ecology experience. We want to give you the tools to support you, harness your potential and provide more responsibility within your role long term. You will need • Qualifications to Postgraduate level or equivalent in a relevant subject • Knowledge and understanding of biodiversity conservation and enhancement, including legislation, designated sites, and biodiversity survey and assessment • Experience and/or understanding of implementing nature strategies and projects in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders • Enthusiasm for and an interest in biodiversity conservation and enhancement • Effective communication skills with a wide range of customers and others (excellent verbal and written skills) What can we do for you? • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Climate Change Adaptation Officer Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full time Location: Callow Rock, Shipham Gorge, Cheddar As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) sixth assessment report laid out in March 2023, we are now on the brink of irrevocable damage from climate change; this is our 'final warning' and the time is now for action to address this crisis. The report highlighted that restoring nature was one of the key actions needed to address this issue. Our client, a wildlife charity are at the forefront of this work in Somerset and are fully committed to this path through their Wilder Somerset 2030 Strategy and to delivering a vision whereby we reverse biodiversity loss and tackle the climate crisis. Developing and further embedding the 'Act to Adapt' process, through their 'Adapting Somerset' and 'Somerset's Wilder Coast' projects to support communities and to develop plans to adapt their local areas to the impacts of climate change. Responsibility 1: Providing leadership and technical expertise Being proactive and nurture strong relationships by: Providing leadership on their Climate Change Nature Adaptation work. Working closely with the Local Nature Partnership Coordinator and Advocacy Manager, and wider project team from partner organisations, to develop and deliver a programme of online and in-person communications, meetings and workshops. This is designed to foster climate change adaptation in the county supporting nature's recovery and community resilience, and therefore involves working closely with farmers and landowners, all layers of local council, infrastructure experts, academics and the general public, including communities already impacted by flooding. Providing line management to the Climate Adaptation Assistant. Continuing developing the RAD approach for priority habitats, alongside the Landscape Recovery team, which will contribute to managing land within internationally important wetlands. Keeping abreast of national and international climate change developments and relate these to Somerset. Responsibility 2: Engagement with Communities and Creating Robust Partnerships Lead engagement efforts by: Contributing to discussions and workstreams developing climate change adaptation pathways at a county level, and in specific local areas relating to flooding, drought and wildfire. Developing information for a lay audience regarding the role of nature in reducing the impacts of climate change, including: sea-level rise; predicted changes in land use; warming, etc. and to help people understand what the future may bring especially in Somerset's more vulnerable nature habitats. Supporting people's wider understanding of the role of nature to mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration and storage. Continuing the rollout of the Act to Adapt process in local communities, organising events and workshops and using the Climate Adaptation Toolkit to explain the process of developing community and nature based solutions to the big issues of climate change. Responsibility 3: Developing sustainable projects and evaluation Lead and support projects and reporting by: Working with the Somerset Local Nature Recovery Strategy team to incorporate climate adaptation and vulnerability principles to these priorities. Assisting with work to share information and project developments with project partners in the UK. Developing and implement a communications plan that raises awareness of the project and its impact; garners support; and highlights Somerset as a place at the frontline for climate change. This will include engagement through social media and the production of awareness materials in printed and online formats. Managing the budget of the Adapting Somerset project and keep track of time contributions to the ELM's Landscape Recovery and Somerset's Wilder Coast projects. Monitoring and evaluating progress and impact, meeting project milestones and reporting to funders. Representing the charity externally in meetings, in the media and by giving presentations to various audiences. Closing date: Wednesday 15 May 2024. Application Process: To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This charity is an Equal opportunities employer and they are dedicated to building a culturally diverse organisation where people are committed to working in an enabling environment. They encourage applications from women, minority groups and people with disabilities. No agencies please.
May 01, 2024
Full time
Climate Change Adaptation Officer Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full time Location: Callow Rock, Shipham Gorge, Cheddar As the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) sixth assessment report laid out in March 2023, we are now on the brink of irrevocable damage from climate change; this is our 'final warning' and the time is now for action to address this crisis. The report highlighted that restoring nature was one of the key actions needed to address this issue. Our client, a wildlife charity are at the forefront of this work in Somerset and are fully committed to this path through their Wilder Somerset 2030 Strategy and to delivering a vision whereby we reverse biodiversity loss and tackle the climate crisis. Developing and further embedding the 'Act to Adapt' process, through their 'Adapting Somerset' and 'Somerset's Wilder Coast' projects to support communities and to develop plans to adapt their local areas to the impacts of climate change. Responsibility 1: Providing leadership and technical expertise Being proactive and nurture strong relationships by: Providing leadership on their Climate Change Nature Adaptation work. Working closely with the Local Nature Partnership Coordinator and Advocacy Manager, and wider project team from partner organisations, to develop and deliver a programme of online and in-person communications, meetings and workshops. This is designed to foster climate change adaptation in the county supporting nature's recovery and community resilience, and therefore involves working closely with farmers and landowners, all layers of local council, infrastructure experts, academics and the general public, including communities already impacted by flooding. Providing line management to the Climate Adaptation Assistant. Continuing developing the RAD approach for priority habitats, alongside the Landscape Recovery team, which will contribute to managing land within internationally important wetlands. Keeping abreast of national and international climate change developments and relate these to Somerset. Responsibility 2: Engagement with Communities and Creating Robust Partnerships Lead engagement efforts by: Contributing to discussions and workstreams developing climate change adaptation pathways at a county level, and in specific local areas relating to flooding, drought and wildfire. Developing information for a lay audience regarding the role of nature in reducing the impacts of climate change, including: sea-level rise; predicted changes in land use; warming, etc. and to help people understand what the future may bring especially in Somerset's more vulnerable nature habitats. Supporting people's wider understanding of the role of nature to mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration and storage. Continuing the rollout of the Act to Adapt process in local communities, organising events and workshops and using the Climate Adaptation Toolkit to explain the process of developing community and nature based solutions to the big issues of climate change. Responsibility 3: Developing sustainable projects and evaluation Lead and support projects and reporting by: Working with the Somerset Local Nature Recovery Strategy team to incorporate climate adaptation and vulnerability principles to these priorities. Assisting with work to share information and project developments with project partners in the UK. Developing and implement a communications plan that raises awareness of the project and its impact; garners support; and highlights Somerset as a place at the frontline for climate change. This will include engagement through social media and the production of awareness materials in printed and online formats. Managing the budget of the Adapting Somerset project and keep track of time contributions to the ELM's Landscape Recovery and Somerset's Wilder Coast projects. Monitoring and evaluating progress and impact, meeting project milestones and reporting to funders. Representing the charity externally in meetings, in the media and by giving presentations to various audiences. Closing date: Wednesday 15 May 2024. Application Process: To find out more information, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form and then redirected to complete your application for this position. This charity is an Equal opportunities employer and they are dedicated to building a culturally diverse organisation where people are committed to working in an enabling environment. They encourage applications from women, minority groups and people with disabilities. No agencies please.
Assistant Biodiversity Officer £26,190 - £27,744 Full Time, Permanent Are you interested in a career through environmental conservation? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as an Assistant Biodiversity Officer. You will supervise on providing high quality and robust ecological advice in order to enhance biodiversity in new developments, whilst assisting in delivering nature recovery, aligned to our climate change and sustainability priorities, across the area. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you passionate about restoring biodiversity to the local area? If so we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council s ambition for the future and we are passionate about safeguarding and restoring biodiversity in the area. Our focus is to enable our communities in the West Oxfordshire area to thrive, create great places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to thrive too and are serious in tackling the climate and nature emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We are looking to deliver upon our council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are looking for a passionate Assistant Biodiversity Officer to join our team to ensure the Council is ready for its duties under the Environment Act 2021 in relation to biodiversity net gain. You will assist on providing high quality and robust ecological advice surrounding Biodiversity Net Gain and Habitats Regulations, in relation to Development Management issues (including enforcement and appeals). You will work with a variety of different stakeholders, including planning officer colleagues, developers, planning agents, ecological consultants, environmental organisations and the local community to protect and enhance biodiversity in new developments and elsewhere and to deliver nature recovery across the area, through an innovative and practical solutions based approach. You will ensure that planning applications not only safeguard biodiversity but also maximise opportunities for net gain and nature recovery. You will also have the opportunity to grow in the role, to take a strategic view by helping shape future planning policy on biodiversity, green infrastructure and natural capital. Ultimately, we are looking for someone, who wants to grow within their role long term and would suit someone who has recently graduated or has related ecology experience. We want to give you the tools to support you, harness your potential and provide more responsibility within your role long term. You will need • Qualifications to Postgraduate level or equivalent in a relevant subject • Knowledge and understanding of biodiversity conservation and enhancement, including legislation, designated sites, and biodiversity survey and assessment • Experience and/or understanding of implementing nature strategies and projects in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders • Enthusiasm for and an interest in biodiversity conservation and enhancement • Effective communication skills with a wide range of customers and others (excellent verbal and written skills) What can we do for you? • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Assistant Biodiversity Officer £26,190 - £27,744 Full Time, Permanent Are you interested in a career through environmental conservation? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as an Assistant Biodiversity Officer. You will supervise on providing high quality and robust ecological advice in order to enhance biodiversity in new developments, whilst assisting in delivering nature recovery, aligned to our climate change and sustainability priorities, across the area. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you passionate about restoring biodiversity to the local area? If so we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council s ambition for the future and we are passionate about safeguarding and restoring biodiversity in the area. Our focus is to enable our communities in the West Oxfordshire area to thrive, create great places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to thrive too and are serious in tackling the climate and nature emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We are looking to deliver upon our council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are looking for a passionate Assistant Biodiversity Officer to join our team to ensure the Council is ready for its duties under the Environment Act 2021 in relation to biodiversity net gain. You will assist on providing high quality and robust ecological advice surrounding Biodiversity Net Gain and Habitats Regulations, in relation to Development Management issues (including enforcement and appeals). You will work with a variety of different stakeholders, including planning officer colleagues, developers, planning agents, ecological consultants, environmental organisations and the local community to protect and enhance biodiversity in new developments and elsewhere and to deliver nature recovery across the area, through an innovative and practical solutions based approach. You will ensure that planning applications not only safeguard biodiversity but also maximise opportunities for net gain and nature recovery. You will also have the opportunity to grow in the role, to take a strategic view by helping shape future planning policy on biodiversity, green infrastructure and natural capital. Ultimately, we are looking for someone, who wants to grow within their role long term and would suit someone who has recently graduated or has related ecology experience. We want to give you the tools to support you, harness your potential and provide more responsibility within your role long term. You will need • Qualifications to Postgraduate level or equivalent in a relevant subject • Knowledge and understanding of biodiversity conservation and enhancement, including legislation, designated sites, and biodiversity survey and assessment • Experience and/or understanding of implementing nature strategies and projects in partnership with a wide range of stakeholders • Enthusiasm for and an interest in biodiversity conservation and enhancement • Effective communication skills with a wide range of customers and others (excellent verbal and written skills) What can we do for you? • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd. Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS