Overview
Salary: £42,467 - £45,735 plus 28.97 percent pension contributions into defined benefits scheme. Contractual hours: 35. Basis: Full time. Region: National. Location: Multiple (See JD). Job reference: REQ1068.
Role purpose
We’re looking for 2 Regional Environment Advisors to join our Planning and Environment Team, with 1 position available in the South Region and the other in the Central Region. You’ll be based at one of the following offices: Straiton (Ayrshire), Newton Stewart, Dumfries, Ae, Selkirk, Aberfoyle or West Calder.
Responsibilities
The Planning and Environment Team provides expert environmental advice and leadership to ensure Scotland’s national forests and land are managed sustainably. This includes protecting priority habitats and species, guiding land management planning, supporting timber production, peatland restoration, native woodland creation, and developing partnerships to deliver projects that enhance biodiversity and tackle the climate crisis.
As a Regional Environment Advisor, you will lead the regional environment team, support the delivery of core programmes, and ensure compliance with environmental law and good practice. You’ll work with colleagues and partners to develop strategic approaches, identify funding opportunities, and deliver environmental projects across diverse landscapes—from ancient woodlands to peatlands and open hill ground.
Qualifications and experience
* Demonstrable experience of team leadership.
* Strong understanding of priority and protected habitats and species.
* Proven ability in advising on environmental compliance and providing successful mitigation.
* Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders and effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Relevant degree or equivalent experience, strong IT and GIS skills, and a full UK driving licence (or suitable alternative).
Desirable
* Experience in environmental or land management planning, coordinating protected species surveys, budget management, and partnership project delivery.
* Membership of a relevant professional body such as CIEEM or ICF.
* Knowledge of native woodland, peatland or open habitat management.
Benefits
Please view the full list of benefits of working for us.
Application process
If this sounds like a role you’re interested in, please apply with your CV and provide evidence of the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description and success profile.
Closing date: 5 October 2025.
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