About the Role Base Location: Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen. A key focus area will be Aberdeenshire and Argyll, so frequent travel to this area will be required.
Salary: £33,500 - £50,300 + car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available.
SSEN are looking for a Nature Delivery Officer to drive the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain, Irreplaceable Habitat and other nature commitments, working with external delivery partners and internal teams to co-ordinate projects and programmes. A key focus area will be Aberdeenshire and Argyll, so frequent travel to this area will be required.
Key Responsibilities: Work with other members of the Consents & Environment team and external stakeholders to ensure that the projects deliver against business and regulatory targets relating to Biodiversity Net Gain, Irreplaceable Habitats and other nature commitments. Manage and establish relationships with key regional delivery partners for third party nature restoration programmes. Provide robust and accurate monthly regional Biodiversity Net Gain, Irreplaceable Habitat and other nature target delivery statistics/KPIs for business dashboards. Input into regulatory output reports and incentive submissions for Ofgem. Provide technical expertise on project site visits to guide decisions on initial habitat assessments to advise on suitability of projects for Biodiversity Net Gain and Irreplaceable Habitat delivery. Track the ongoing delivery and achievement of offsite nature enhancement programmes to ensure longevity of nature interventions. What do I need? To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, ideally within an infrastructure environment. Demonstrable organisational skills and ability to manage large datasets, track progress, analyse data, and report against targets with GIS experience. Ability to build and foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through excellent public speaking and communication skills. An in-depth understanding of national and international biodiversity regulation, a clear understanding of developing nature finance markets, and knowledge of nature in the context of the Scottish planning system. Experience running and delivering projects to deliver nature enhancement, particularly practical experience of design, delivery and monitoring of Biodiversity Net Gain projects. About our Business At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.
What's in it for you? We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more. View our full benefits package on our careers site. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.
What happens now? All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Shirley-Anne on ****** / 01738 351976.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.
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