Biodiversity Technical Officer - 32286

Overview

Provide biodiversity advice, guidance and technical support across Hertfordshire and North London.

Key Responsibilities

• stakeholder engagement
• water framework
• policy guidance
• compliance assurance

Tasks

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

Requirements

• innovative
• nature
• wetland
• river
• legislation
• biodiversity

What You Bring

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

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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 in person at hertfordshire office, likely early/mid december.