Biodiversity Development Officer

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council’s (RMBC) Ecology Team, currently have two officers, Ecologist and Biological Records Officer. They are the council’s specialists in all matters relating to ecology. The Biodiversity Development Officer will add specific biodiversity knowledge to this team. The role’s primary responsibility advising on improving biodiversity and working with the team on Biodiversity Net Gain and South Yorkshires Local Nature Recovery Strategy.     

The Biodiversity Development Officer will deliver this service by advising Planning and Green Spaces on the ecological implications of development, strategic planning and other proposals and ensuring that the planning authority meets wildlife legislation, policy requirements and duties, and effectively manages and enhances the biodiversity of Rotherham.     

The post holder will also develop systems related to the long term monitoring of BNG ensuring that biodiversity enhancements are delivered.     

The role works in conjunction with other council teams to meet wider council objectives, such as colleagues in Green Spaces and Development Control, to provide a strong positive voice for biodiversity in the borough.    

For further details or a discussion please contact Kevin Burke on 07788386947 or Kevin-EDS.Burke@rotherham.gov.uk      

This post will have access to the Public Services Network, if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at the Basic level (unspent criminal convictions).          

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.

Until 31st March 2026 employees paid at Band D and above are subject to a temporary pay reduction of 1.15% spread out by means of a monthly deduction from each pay period over the full financial year. In recognition of implementing this temporary measure, those who experience a pay reduction will be awarded three additional days leave (pro rata for part-time). 

Closing date: 8^th September 2024

For more information and to apply online CLICK HERE