Nature Restoration Officer Stirling

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Posting date:
09 January 2025
Salary:
£40,650.00 to £43,044.00 per year
Hours:
Full time
Closing date:
23 January 2025
Location:
Stirling, FK7 7QA
Company:
Stirling Council
Job type:
Permanent
Job reference:
STR07603

Stirling Council

About the Role:

Stirling Council seeks a dedicated Nature Restoration Officer to spearhead nature restoration and biodiversity initiatives, driving forward the “Alive with Nature” Plan. This role is crucial in achieving Stirling’s Climate and Nature Emergency Plan goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver key nature restoration and conservation projects across Stirling.
  • Provide leadership, advice, and guidance on biodiversity and ecology issues.
  • Support enhanced environmental decision-making processes.

Skills and Expertise:

  • Degree level education or equivalent in a relevant field.
  • Proven track record in delivering successful projects in large organizations.
  • Effective communication skills at all levels.
  • Experience working effectively with partners and managing competing priorities.
  • Passion for nature and its relationship with climate change.

Job Facilities/Benefits:

  • 30 days annual leave plus 7 public holidays (rising to 35 after 5 years).
  • Flexible working including hybrid office/work from home arrangements.
  • Biennial incremental progression until top of pay scale.
  • Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
  • Up to 6 months full sick pay and 6 months half pay.
  • Carers Leave
  • Up to 4 weeks paid Paternity Leave
  • Access to Health & Wellbeing support
  • Ongoing opportunities for Learning & Development
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Lift share Scheme
  • Car Lease Scheme
  • Technology Benefit Scheme

Why Join Us:

Join a Sustainable Development Team transforming Stirling’s future. Experience a collaborative and supportive environment fostering growth and impactful contributions to tackling the nature emergency.