Graduate Ecologist
| Posting date: | 09 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,372 to £31,169 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 May 2024 |
| Location: | Maidenhead, Windsor & Maidenhead |
| Company: | Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | REQ01843 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Ecologist to join us!
This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £27,372 - £31,169 per annum.
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge.
Your role will involve:
Playing a key role in tacking the biodiversity crisis as part of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead’s Sustainability and Climate Change Team.
You will work alongside other Ecologists to review planning applications to ensure they are compliant with local and national policy, ensuring the best possible outcomes for biodiversity.
You will play an important part in delivering mandatory biodiversity net gain in the Borough, a new and exciting area of work.
You will work closely with the Council's Natural Environment Team to provide advice on biodiversity and ecological issues as well as having the opportunity to develop relationships with local and regional partners.
What we are looking for:
Motivated graduate with an Ecology or similar degree.
Passion for the natural environment and an enthusiasm to learn
Flexible individual who can prioritise multiple tasks
The ability to work to tight deadlines.
What we offer:
This is a permanent role with a salary of £27,372 - £31,169 per annum.
The council operates a flexible system in relation to remote working arrangements. For this post there is an expectation of working from either the Braywick Nature Centre or the Town Hall in Maidenhead once a week.
In addition, we offer:
32 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays
Local Government Pension scheme with up to 12.5% employee contribution (depending on your salary) and 16.6% employer contribution.
Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
Free employee parking close to the offices.
Give As You Earn scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
A range of flexible benefits including salary sacrifice schemes and discounted rates for a variety of goods and services.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Closing date: 28th April 2024
If you would like to discuss the Graduate Ecologist role please email James Thorpe, Sustainability & Climate Service Lead using james.thorpe@rbwm.gov.uk
This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working, and a salary of £27,372 - £31,169 per annum.
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.
Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us, and we continue to rise to the challenge.
Your role will involve:
Playing a key role in tacking the biodiversity crisis as part of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead’s Sustainability and Climate Change Team.
You will work alongside other Ecologists to review planning applications to ensure they are compliant with local and national policy, ensuring the best possible outcomes for biodiversity.
You will play an important part in delivering mandatory biodiversity net gain in the Borough, a new and exciting area of work.
You will work closely with the Council's Natural Environment Team to provide advice on biodiversity and ecological issues as well as having the opportunity to develop relationships with local and regional partners.
What we are looking for:
Motivated graduate with an Ecology or similar degree.
Passion for the natural environment and an enthusiasm to learn
Flexible individual who can prioritise multiple tasks
The ability to work to tight deadlines.
What we offer:
This is a permanent role with a salary of £27,372 - £31,169 per annum.
The council operates a flexible system in relation to remote working arrangements. For this post there is an expectation of working from either the Braywick Nature Centre or the Town Hall in Maidenhead once a week.
In addition, we offer:
32 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays
Local Government Pension scheme with up to 12.5% employee contribution (depending on your salary) and 16.6% employer contribution.
Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
Free employee parking close to the offices.
Give As You Earn scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
A range of flexible benefits including salary sacrifice schemes and discounted rates for a variety of goods and services.
RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.
If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Closing date: 28th April 2024
If you would like to discuss the Graduate Ecologist role please email James Thorpe, Sustainability & Climate Service Lead using james.thorpe@rbwm.gov.uk