Biodiversity Net Gain Officer – Scotland

sse.com; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Nature Officer based in Scotland to support habitat enhancement projects. You will collaborate with the Consents & Environment Team, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering biodiversity goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong ecological management knowledge, the ability to foster stakeholder relationships, and a background in habitat project delivery. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a focus on a sustainable future.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Wellbeing benefits

Interest-free loans for transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UKHab and ecological management for conservation and enhancement.
• Experience with Biodiversity Net Gain reporting.
• Proven ability to engage and negotiate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of habitat enhancement projects.
• Ensure projects meet business and regulatory targets.
• Provide quality assurance for biodiversity documentation.
• Design processes for habitat and biodiversity enhancement.
• Conduct site visits for initial habitat assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of habitat classification

Knowledge of biodiversity metric approaches

Ability to build relationships

Experience of data analysis

Experience delivering habitat enhancement projects

Job description

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Nature Officer based in Scotland to support habitat enhancement projects. You will collaborate with the Consents & Environment Team, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering biodiversity goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong ecological management knowledge, the ability to foster stakeholder relationships, and a background in habitat project delivery. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a focus on a sustainable future.