Do you have the passion, commitment and skills to work with us and our local authority partners to deliver this mission? Surrey Wildlife Trust provide an Ecological Planning Advisory service to the Local Planning Authorities in Surrey. We currently have a vacancy for an Assistant Conservation Officer, Planning to work within the team providing ecological advice to Local Authority planning case officers on development proposals which could affect important species and habitats. These can range from single house schemes to large scale housing and infrastructure proposals. Ecological qualifications are essential as are good communication skills; previous experience with planning issues and Local Authorities exposure would be an advantage.

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