Ecologist HBIC
Job Reference: HCC620148
Salary Range: £32,149- £35,241 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Temporary until 31 March 2026
Closing Date: 25 March 2025
Please note applications will be reviewed once submitted, therefore this advert may close early depending on volumes of applications received.
The Role:
The Hampshire Biodiversity Information Centre (HBIC) is part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team offering a range of specialist environmental services to the County Council and other public authorities. HBIC brings together information on Hampshire’s natural environment and works with a wide range of partner organisations involved in the supply and use of biodiversity data.
We are looking for a highly motivated and organised individual who has a keen eye for detail to support the management of the HBIC Habitat Survey Programme and the evaluation of Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation, in addition to the verification and provision of biodiversity data.
Applicants should have an appropriate degree or professional qualification; a good understanding of ecology, habitats, species and nature conservation practice; knowledge and experience of habitat survey and vegetation classification systems; and good IT skills preferably including experience in biodiversity data handling, GIS and Access databases.
We offer a range of family-friendly policies including flexible working and a generous annual leave entitlement.
What We Can Offer You:
We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.
If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!
To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our Benefits Package.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Dr Sarah Callegari, Senior Ecologist at HBIC on 0370 779 5026
Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
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