Ecologist HBIC
Hampshire County Council
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 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
About Hampshire County Council
Hampshire County Council is responsible for a wide range of services across the whole county.
The County Council’s role is to act strategically and implement policy as determined by Cabinet. This means delivering services to the people of Hampshire (and sometimes beyond) in an open and cost-effective way. The Council acts in the best interests of Hampshire and its residents.
Hampshire County Council is responsible for a wide range of services across the whole county. The County Council’s role is to act strategically and implement policy as determined by Cabinet. This means delivering services to the people of Hampshire (and sometimes beyond) in an open and cost-effective way. The Council acts in the best interests of Hampshire and its residents.
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