Biodiversity Technical Officer - 8497
1
South West
Tewkesbury
Riversmeet House
Staff Grade 4
Fixed Term
Full Time
Environment & Sustainability
£27,138 (pro-rata)
Do you want to want to make the world a better place? A career in the Environment Agency will give you the opportunity to create a better place for people and wildlife.
We are looking for an exceptionally talented Biodiversity Officer to provide high quality advice to a variety of customers on Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) schemes and maintenance programs, planning applications, Environmental Permits and hydropower, as well as projects that enhance and improve river habitat and deliver Water Framework Directive outcomes.
You will champion the work of the Fisheries, Biodiversity & Geomorphology Team (FBG) and awareness of conservation issues in everything you do.
This is a temporary position until 31 May 2019 preferably based in our Tewkesbury Office.
We are looking for an exceptionally talented Biodiversity Officer to provide high quality advice to a variety of customers on Flood and Coastal Risk Management (FCRM) schemes and maintenance programs, planning applications, Environmental Permits and hydropower, as well as projects that enhance and improve river habitat and deliver Water Framework Directive outcomes.
You will champion the work of the Fisheries, Biodiversity & Geomorphology Team (FBG) and awareness of conservation issues in everything you do.
This is a temporary position until 31 May 2019 preferably based in our Tewkesbury Office.
You will be part of a highly motivated team working in West Midlands with a mix of rural and urban, upland and lowland rivers, species and habitats. The team delivers a range of Water Framework Directive projects which require your advice and support. The team also supports other internal and external partners to enhance the rivers, estuaries and wetlands, focusing on delivering our Water Framework Directive local priorities to create sustainable habitat and improved ecology.
We are seeking technical officers with field and office-based experience and a proven ability of delivering biodiversity, fisheries and / or conservation work for the last 3-5 years.
Ideally you will have a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline but experience is more important to us.
You should also have:
• Positive communication, influencing and team working skills
• Excellent knowledge of biodiversity, conservation and relevant legislation & key Habitats and Species
• Field survey experience
• A broad understanding of other Environment Agency functions and their requirements
• Excellent IT skills in word, excel and database management.
Ideally you will have a degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline but experience is more important to us.
You should also have:
• Positive communication, influencing and team working skills
• Excellent knowledge of biodiversity, conservation and relevant legislation & key Habitats and Species
• Field survey experience
• A broad understanding of other Environment Agency functions and their requirements
• Excellent IT skills in word, excel and database management.
Closing Date: 22nd July 2018 at 23:55 hours
The role will be based in our Tewkesbury Office with regular working across the area and area offices.
The post requires a full UK driving licence.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working patterns, including job share. This is a full time role but flexible working arrangements will be considered.
For further information, please contact Nichola Tomlinson, Fisheries & Biodiversity Team Leader, via email: nichola.tomlinson@environment-agency.gov.uk
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
We are proud of being a Stonewall Top 100 employer.
The role will be based in our Tewkesbury Office with regular working across the area and area offices.
The post requires a full UK driving licence.
We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working patterns, including job share. This is a full time role but flexible working arrangements will be considered.
For further information, please contact Nichola Tomlinson, Fisheries & Biodiversity Team Leader, via email: nichola.tomlinson@environment-agency.gov.uk
You can also download the candidate pack for more information.
We are proud of being a Stonewall Top 100 employer.
22/07/2018, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
up to 12 months
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets.
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Please describe a time when you were unable to meet a deadline and how did you resolve it?
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results.
Please describe a time when you were unable to meet a deadline and how did you resolve it?
Focuses on Customers and Partners
Addresses the needs of internal and external customers, provides rapid and effective responses
Give me an example of a time when you have created a positive image with an external customer. how did you do this? What was important?
Give me an example of a time when you have created a positive image with an external customer. how did you do this? What was important?
Influences and Persuades Others
Presenting a case in a convincing and attractive way that will win people over, encouraging them to follow plans willingly; often succeeding where logic and reason alone would fail.
Describe a time when you have had to present your scientific evidence which conflicts with other priorities. How did you use your evidence to gain a consensus?
Describe a time when you have had to present your scientific evidence which conflicts with other priorities. How did you use your evidence to gain a consensus?
Works in Teams
Works co-operatively as part of a team to achieve common goals.
Tell us about a time when you have achieved a great result as part of a team.
Tell us about a time when you have achieved a great result as part of a team.
Driving licence
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.