6 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
* We are seeking a dedicated Natural Infrastructure Officer (Grade E) to support the delivery and enhancement of green infrastructure and environmental projects across a diverse landscape.
* This role involves a balance of project support, GIS mapping, data monitoring, community engagement, and natural environment stewardship.
* The successful candidate will help facilitate woodland creation schemes, biodiversity improvements, and infrastructure monitoring in both rural and urban settings.
* The role contributes to the long-term vision for environmental sustainability and climate resilience, supporting key initiatives such as tree planting programmes, habitat improvement, and nature recovery planning.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Supporting woodland creation and tree planting applications, including GIS mapping (QGIS/ArcGIS), data management, and coordination of planting materials.
* Analysing data to track benefits and impacts of environmental initiatives – such as tree canopy coverage, flood mitigation, and access to greenspace.
* Facilitating community tree planting days and coordinating with local volunteer groups.
* Ensuring compliance with reporting requirements (e.g. Defra submissions, photographic evidence).
* Mapping and maintaining records of green estate assets and supporting biodiversity net gain (BNG) and nature recovery projects.
* Providing technical support for environmental projects and community engagement initiatives.
* Supporting strategic planning through data analysis, mapping, and environmental evidence collation.
* Assisting with events, consultations, and awareness campaigns aimed at encouraging public use and care for natural spaces.
* Monitoring compliance with relevant environmental and health & safety legislation.
Skills/Experience:
* Natural environment data analysis and visualisation
* Environmental project coordination
* Tree planting and woodland creation processes
* Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and Nature Recovery principles
* Knowledge of environmental legislation (e.g. Habitats Regulations, NERC Act, Wildlife and Countryside Act)
* Report writing, evidence collation, and submission to government bodies (e.g. Defra)
* Community engagement and volunteer coordination
* Experience supporting or leading public consultations and environmental events
* Ability to communicate complex environmental data in accessible formats
* Liaising with internal departments and external partners
* Strong project and time management skills
* Experience supporting budget monitoring and grant/funding applications
* Use of Microsoft Office and environmental management database
Additional Information:
* The closing date: 17/10/2025 @17:00.
* GIS mapping (QGIS and/or ArcGIS).
* Hours: 37 hours per week.
* Driving Licence: Required.