Biodiversity Technical Officer - 32286

Overview

Provide biodiversity advice, guidance and technical support for projects in Hertfordshire and North London.

Key Responsibilities

• compliance
• guidance
• stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Achieve outcomes in line with the objectives of the Water Framework Directive. -Provide guidance to ensure compliance with Environment Agency policy and current legislation. -Apply influencing skills and knowledge of stakeholder engagement techniques to work with both internal and external teams and partners.

Requirements

• wetland
• river
• legislation
• biodiversity
• innovative

What You Bring

-Provide knowledge of wetland and river conservation and legislation relating to wildlife and designated sites, and an understanding of policies relating to biodiversity. -Be open to innovative ways of working, especially new opportunities to work with nature.

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About Environment Agency

-Established to regulate and protect the environment, the agency plays a pivotal role in safeguarding natural resources. -With a mission to create a cleaner, healthier environment, it ensures proper management of water, waste, and air quality. -The agency works on diverse projects, from flood defense systems to energy-efficient infrastructure, enhancing public safety. -Key areas of specialization include water resources, marine protection, waste management, and sustainability in transport and utilities. -It operates across a broad spectrum of sectors, coordinating with governments and private entities to drive environmental improvements. -Notably, it manages complex flood risk programs and pollution control measures, often taking innovative approaches to problem-solving. -The agency is a cornerstone of the UK's environmental policies, ensuring compliance and setting benchmarks for future generations.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-interviews expected early/mid december -held in person at the environment agency office in hertfordshire