Ecology Manager

Salary: £50,788 - £52,805

Hours per week: 37 hours 

Interview date: Wednesday 2nd & Thursday 3rd July 2025

Ecology – Nature Recovery, Place Shaping, Future Building

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Ecology Manager to join our ambitious and forward-thinking Climate and Environment Service at Wiltshire Council.

Our Ecology team plays a vital role in protecting and enhancing Wiltshire’s natural and historic environment. We are committed to restoring wildlife habitats, enabling nature recovery, and supporting sustainable, well-designed growth that benefits people, biodiversity, and the climate. From improving countryside access to safeguarding key ecological sites, our Service is shaping a greener, more resilient Wiltshire.

As Ecology Manager, you will lead a large team of ecologists and environmental specialists, providing expert advice and strategic direction across the Council. You’ll represent the service at senior-level meetings and external forums, championing nature recovery and well considered sustainable development. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate leader to drive performance, influence policy, and deliver real impact for people and nature.

We’re looking for an experienced Ecologist with a strong understanding of the planning system, particularly the role of ecology within local planning authorities. You’ll bring in-depth knowledge of the Habitats Regulations, relevant case law, and strategic mitigation approaches to ensure development aligns with environmental legislation and best practice.

Ideally, you’ll have experience in a similar role within a Local Authority. As the lead for policy and development, you’ll be dynamic, self-motivated, and confident working with a wide range of stakeholders, cross-border authorities, and statutory bodies. You’ll be a clear communicator, a natural problem-solver, and a collaborative leader.

We are talent-focused and offer a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work from our stunning offices and from home. If you’re ready to lead a high-performing team and shape the future of Wiltshire’s natural environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Why us?

Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. That’s why we focus on getting the things that matter to our people right. Explore more benefits here!

Please download and read the role description and person specification carefully before you apply as well as Our Identity.

The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework.

For more details, contact Lynn Trigwell, Head of Climate and Environment, at [email protected] 

This role may be subject to certain successful security checks; please see the role description for more information.

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