Biodiversity Net Gain Technical Specialist - 33211
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Description
In the role you will become a technical expert on BNG, how it is assessed and measured, and will coach and support others within Yorkshire on technical aspects of BNG, in particular the RiverMoRPh and the rivers section of the Defra Metric.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of ecology and nature conservation practices based on experience working in the environmental sector.
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment. Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support needed. As part of your comprehensive induction, you will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate. This may attract an additional payment, and full training will be available.
Job Description
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Fisheries, Biodiversity and Geomorphology Team on up to a 12 month assignment as a Technical Specialist leading on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) for the Yorkshire area.
You will work throughout the area supporting our Flood and Coastal Risk Management capital programme by:
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of ecology and nature conservation practices based on experience working in the environmental sector.
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment. Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support needed. As part of your comprehensive induction, you will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate. This may attract an additional payment, and full training will be available.
The team
You’ll be joining the Yorkshire Biodiversity Team, a friendly, multi-disciplinary team that promotes the conservation of water and wetland wildlife, and improvements to the environment for people. We are a welcoming and close knit team, and the team is part of the wider Fisheries, Geomorphology and Biodiversity Department (FBG).
We give advice across the business and to our external customers and partners on ecology and geomorphological processes to protect and enhance the water environment.
Experience/skills Required
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of ecology and nature conservation practices based on experience working in the environmental sector.
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment. Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support needed. As part of your comprehensive induction, you will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate. This may attract an additional payment, and full training will be available.
Job Description
A new and exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Fisheries, Biodiversity and Geomorphology Team on up to a 12 month assignment as a Technical Specialist leading on Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) for the Yorkshire area.
You will work throughout the area supporting our Flood and Coastal Risk Management capital programme by:
- working with the programme team, project managers, and others to ensure BNG is embedded within the programme and planned for at the earliest stages of each project.
- identifying efficiencies for projects to work in clusters to deliver meaningful BNG at a landscape scale.
- building links between the FCRM programme and the Environment Programme to identify synergies and nature-based solutions that will maximise BNG.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of ecology and nature conservation practices based on experience working in the environmental sector.
The Environment Agency are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We don’t just talk about diversity; we seek it, embrace it, and live it, for the benefit of our staff, our communities, and our environment. Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the training and support needed. As part of your comprehensive induction, you will be provided with all the equipment required for your role.
Responding to incidents is a central part of what we do. Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate. This may attract an additional payment, and full training will be available.
The team
You’ll be joining the Yorkshire Biodiversity Team, a friendly, multi-disciplinary team that promotes the conservation of water and wetland wildlife, and improvements to the environment for people. We are a welcoming and close knit team, and the team is part of the wider Fisheries, Geomorphology and Biodiversity Department (FBG).
We give advice across the business and to our external customers and partners on ecology and geomorphological processes to protect and enhance the water environment.
Experience/skills Required
You will be qualified to at least degree standard in a relevant discipline, have considerable experience of nature conservation work and of applying that expertise to deliver projects and to influence decision-makers, customers, and partners. We prefer you to have a professional qualification or membership with a relevant professional body.
You will have:
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Training will be given.
This is a hybrid role working across Yorkshire, you will have a base office location at one of our Yorkshire offices. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required.
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact ruth.clarke1@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held within three weeks of the closing date.
If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Length of contract
Up to 1 Year
Competence 1
Scientific Knowledge
Description
You will have:
- a good understanding of BNG assessment and the Defra Metric, especially the riverine aspects. a thorough understanding of the ecology of riverine, aquatic and wetland habitats and species and nature conservation management, including river and floodplain restoration.
- good working knowledge of environmental and nature conservation legislation, Government policy, and strategy.
- leadership, mentoring, and coaching skills.
- good planning and organisational skills, with a record of delivering high quality work on time and within budget.
- advanced project management, problem solving, negotiation and influencing skills.
- excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of data and information management.
You’ll have an inclusive incident management objective in your development plan. We’ll help you find a role to suit your needs. Training will be given.
This is a hybrid role working across Yorkshire, you will have a base office location at one of our Yorkshire offices. We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, some travel and overnights may be required.
Please read the Candidate / Additional Information Pack for information. Any queries, contact ruth.clarke1@environment-agency.gov.uk
Applications are “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions.
Interviews will be held within three weeks of the closing date.
If you consent to being held on a reserve list, we’ll hold your details for 6 months and may offer you an alternative post.
Length of contract
Up to 1 Year
Competence 1
Scientific Knowledge
Description
More information on how to answer competency questions can be found in the candidate pack.
If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
QUESTION: Explain how you have applied scientific knowledge to test or answer a specific biodiversity question or problem.
Competence 2
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Description
QUESTION: Tell us about a time when there wasn’t an obvious or tested solution to a problem, how did you go about finding a solution that worked for all parties?
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
QUESTION: Give an example of a time when you have had to communicate effectively with variety of colleagues and / or stakeholders.
Competence 4
Achieves Results
Description
QUESTION: Describe a successful piece of work you have delivered and the steps you took to achieve it. Were there any challenges and how did you overcome them.
Competence 5
Coaches Others
Description
QUESTION: Describe a time when you have supported the development of a team member or colleague.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview.
Feedback is generally not available at sift stage
QUESTION: Explain how you have applied scientific knowledge to test or answer a specific biodiversity question or problem.
Competence 2
Takes Decisions and Solves Problems
Description
QUESTION: Tell us about a time when there wasn’t an obvious or tested solution to a problem, how did you go about finding a solution that worked for all parties?
Competence 3
Communicates Effectively
Description
QUESTION: Give an example of a time when you have had to communicate effectively with variety of colleagues and / or stakeholders.
Competence 4
Achieves Results
Description
QUESTION: Describe a successful piece of work you have delivered and the steps you took to achieve it. Were there any challenges and how did you overcome them.
Competence 5
Coaches Others
Description
QUESTION: Describe a time when you have supported the development of a team member or colleague.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.