Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are looking to recruit a Assistant Ecologist to join our team based in Ipswich, Suffolk. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £30,559 - £35,235 per annum (pro rata for part time). Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered. What we are looking for We are looking for an Assistant Ecologist to join our Planning Service to help assess the impacts on biodiversity arising from planning applications. The successful person will share our values, commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities. About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join our team who are passionate about protecting, improving and making a real difference to the district s rich environment. You will take responsibility for: promoting the delivery of measurable Biodiversity Net Gain on planning applications undertaking detailed reviews of ecological surveys and reports (e.g., Preliminary Ecological Appraisals, Bat Surveys, Great Crested Newt Assessments) submitted with planning applications identifying gaps in the ecological information provided and requesting additional surveys, biodiversity enhancements, mitigation strategies, or licenses where necessary recommending appropriate ecological mitigation measures, such as wildlife sensitive lighting advising on the legal and planning requirements for protected species, ..... full job details .....