The North York Moors National Park Authority helps to look after one of the most phenomenal parts of the British Isles.
We are now looking for an Ecologist to join us at our offices in Helmsley on a full-time, permanent basis, working Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.
The Benefits
- Salary of £33,699 to £37,280, depending on experience (pay award pending)
- 25 days’ annual leave, rising annually by one day to 30 days after five years’ service, plus public holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme
The Role
As an Ecologist, you will ensure ecological considerations underpin planning decisions, policy development and project delivery across the National Park.
Specifically, you will lead planning-related ecology, providing expert advice on development proposals and delivering Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). Working with Planning colleagues, you will assess applications, review evidence and support the creation of sustainable, policy-aligned outcomes.
You will contribute to the development of ecological policy and guidance, supporting wider nature recovery ambitions through input into key frameworks.
Additionally, you will:
- Undertake planning casework, providing formal responses on applications
- Lead on the delivery and implementation of Biodiversity Net Gain
- Provide advice on Habitat Banks
- Produce and update planning guidance to support ecologically sustainable development
- Provide ecological input into internal and external policy development and consultations
- Support and develop ecological data collection, monitoring and recording
- Engage volunteers, partners and contractors to deliver ecological surveys and monitoring activities
- Provide ecological advice on internal projects and proposals
- Promote biodiversity and conservation work
About You
To be considered as an Ecologist, you will need:
- At least three years’ experience in a relevant field
- Experience and understanding of the planning system, planning-related legislation and Biodiversity Net Gain
- Experience of undertaking ecological surveys for a range of taxa
- A sound understanding of ecological principles and knowledge of the range of habitats and species found in the North York Moors
- Knowledge of ecological-related legislation, particularly related to protected sites and species
- Working knowledge of GIS packages
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in ecology or related subject
Applications must be completed by midnight on Sunday 12 April 2026.
Interviews are likely to be held on Monday 20 April 2026.
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