Marine Ecology Adviser (x2 positions available) - D Grade

Job Purpose Summary

These are full-time temporary roles within NatureScot’s Sustainable Coasts & Seas Activity based in our marine energy programme. Working closely with other NatureScot staff, the post holder will provide specialist advice in respect of marine mammal ecology to our marine energy team and other NatureScot staff on the marine mammal impacts from marine and coastal industries / activities, including but not limited to: marine energy (renewables / oil and gas), cables, ports & harbours and aquaculture. The successful post holder will engage with NatureScot case leads as well as industries, Crown Estate Scotland, Local Authorities, Port Authorities and relevant Directorates in Scottish Government. Advice will be required for all phases of development activity including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Habitats Regulations Appraisal (HRA) and Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), as well as European Protected Species (EPS) Licencing for both developmen...