Biodiversity & Habitat Officer – Scotland (Flexible)

Transmission Complaints Co; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Nature Officer to support habitat enhancement projects. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in ecological management and biodiversity. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with biodiversity targets, providing technical guidance, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a range of family support benefits. Applicants should be knowledgeable about habitat classification and experienced in data analysis.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Wellbeing benefits including online GP

Interest-free loans for tech and bikes

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ecological management for habitat enhancement.
• Experience in biodiversity reporting and assessment.
• Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support habitat enhancement projects to meet biodiversity targets.
• Ensure quality control for biodiversity documentation.
• Offer technical guidance on project site visits.

Skills

Knowledge of habitat classification (particularly UKHab)

Ability to build and foster relationships

Experience of data analysis and quality assurance

Knowledge of biodiversity metric approaches

Experience delivering habitat enhancement projects

Job description

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Nature Officer to support habitat enhancement projects. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in ecological management and biodiversity. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with biodiversity targets, providing technical guidance, and fostering relationships with stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a range of family support benefits. Applicants should be knowledgeable about habitat classification and experienced in data analysis.