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Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity
Date: 30 May 2026
Job Location: Gloucester
This is a Gloucester County Council job.
Job Title: Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity
Job Location: Shire Hall
Salary: £36,124 - £3+,513 per annum
Hours per Week: 37.00
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: Two years
Closing Date: 22/06/2026
Job Requisition Number: +286
This post is not open to job share
About the team and the role
Come and work for a rewarding organisation, joining our exceptional talent in the Environment and Waste team who are working to improve sustainability and nature recovery within Gloucestershire by addressing our climate emergency.
You will work closely with existing networks in Gloucestershire to promote biodiversity conservation and support schemes to reverse the loss of habitats and species. This will include implementing and monitoring multiple projects and programmes delivered in partnership with other strategic stakeholders as well as community-led initiatives.
About you
To be successful you will be passionate and knowledgeable about UK biodiversity and wider environmental and sustainability issues. You will have good awareness of the planning system, agriculture, water management, transport and recreation alongside relevant environmental legislation. You will have excellent organisational skills and the ability to effectively communicate, engage and influence a variety of stakeholders.
This is a 2-year fixed term post from start of employment.
About Us
For all your hard work, you will receive the following;
Flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
Plus, an option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
Career development and qualification opportunities
Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
An in-house Occupational Health service
Employee discount scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network. Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply)
How to apply
If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact James Hancocks via email at James.hancocks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Closing date Sunday 22nd June, 2026.
Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview week commencing Monday 7th July, 2026.
Additional Information
To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-
Role profile -Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity
Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.
It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.
Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.
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Pulled from the full job description
Full job description
Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity
Date: 30 May 2026
Job Location: Gloucester
This is a Gloucester County Council job.
Job Title: Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity
Job Location: Shire Hall
Salary: £36,124 - £3+,513 per annum
Hours per Week: 37.00
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duration: Two years
Closing Date: 22/06/2026
Job Requisition Number: +286
This post is not open to job share
About the team and the role
Come and work for a rewarding organisation, joining our exceptional talent in the Environment and Waste team who are working to improve sustainability and nature recovery within Gloucestershire by addressing our climate emergency.
You will work closely with existing networks in Gloucestershire to promote biodiversity conservation and support schemes to reverse the loss of habitats and species. This will include implementing and monitoring multiple projects and programmes delivered in partnership with other strategic stakeholders as well as community-led initiatives.
About you
To be successful you will be passionate and knowledgeable about UK biodiversity and wider environmental and sustainability issues. You will have good awareness of the planning system, agriculture, water management, transport and recreation alongside relevant environmental legislation. You will have excellent organisational skills and the ability to effectively communicate, engage and influence a variety of stakeholders.
This is a 2-year fixed term post from start of employment.
About Us
For all your hard work, you will receive the following;
Flexible and agile working opportunities
25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service
Plus, an option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
Career development and qualification opportunities
Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential, counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
An in-house Occupational Health service
Employee discount scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network. Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&C's apply)
How to apply
If you feel you have the skills, desire and experience required to make a positive difference then please submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” Button.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact James Hancocks via email at James.hancocks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Closing date Sunday 22nd June, 2026.
Short-listed candidates will be contacted by e-mail and invited to interview week commencing Monday 7th July, 2026.
Additional Information
To access the Job Profile for this role, please follow the link below:-
Role profile -Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity
Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to work for us, so that we can best serve all of Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise to you is that we will provide an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.
It is a legal requirement, under the Immigration Act 2016, that anyone appointed to a ‘customer facing role’ must be able to demonstrate an ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in fluent English.
Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice, with a mix of both remote and office working.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Climate Action Officer - Biodiversity position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Gloucestershire offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.