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Field Studies Council seeks a Freelance Outdoor and Adventure Learning Tutor (Self-Employed)

Fri, 6 Dec 2019 13:48:01 +0000

The Field Studies Council (FSC) is the UK’s leading charity sector provider of outdoor environmental education. Much of our work is based at our Field Centres, which have an international reputation for high standards of school and university teaching and associated facilities.
FSC East Group of centres is looking for self-employed Freelance Outdoor and Environmental Learning Tutors to support our work in the delivery of fieldwork and environmental education to a wide-ranging audience; engaging and enthusing students and assisting FSC achieve its goal of ‘Bringing Environmental Understanding to All Through First-hand Experience’.

Technical Support, Land Management (North East) opportunity with Natural Resources Wales

Fri, 6 Dec 2019 12:30:49 +0000

Location: Clawdd Newydd, Ruthin
Type of contract: Permanent
Work pattern: 18.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated professional to help support the work of our Land Management and Forest Operations Team in North East Wales. As Technical Support, you will play a key role in engaging with a wide variety internal and external stakeholders to help manage the day to day systems and processes that enable NRW to deliver it’s wide ranging Land Management remit across North East Wales.
You will provide business and technical support to the Team Leader, managing selected business applications and administration systems. This will include administrative and technical and customer service activities, connected to the management of NRW land or assets supporting the team leader. This may include compliance with Health and Safety, liabilities and Environmental Health issues where relevant.

Severn Trent Water has an opening for a Visitor Experience Team Undergraduate Placement Ranger

Fri, 6 Dec 2019 12:08:00 +0000

Location: One of Carsington Water, Draycote Water or Staunton Harold Reservoir
Contract: 12 month Undergraduate Placement
This role is an excellent opportunity for any environmental, or countryside management undergraduate, to gain valuable in-depth experience and training at one of Severn Trent’s busy and beautiful Visitor Sites.
During the placement you will develop first class customer service skills, and will look to protect and enhance the company’s brand and image through the quality of service offered. This will be through the maintenance of high standards of our facilities, and regular liaison with key external contacts, such as wildlife trusts, local authorities and the local community.

Member - Snowdonia National Park Authority also needed by Welsh Government

Thu, 5 Dec 2019 15:16:02 +0000

Time commitment: minimum of 48 days per annum
Can you help safeguard and nurture one of Wales’ most cherished landscapes?

Welsh Government wants to appoint Members - Brecon Beacons National Park Authority

Thu, 5 Dec 2019 15:15:30 +0000

Time commitment: minimum of 48 days per annum
Can you contribute to conserving our precious landscape, promoting opportunities for enjoyment for all, and helping to sustain the social and economic development of its communities? Alternatively, are you interested in developing strategic plans for the Park’s future and ensuring the Park Authority’s business is handled efficiently and effectively?

Skilled Arborists required by Glendale

Thu, 5 Dec 2019 14:27:38 +0000

Waltham Abbey, EN9
We are seeking qualified and motivated Arborists to join our team based at Waltham Abbey, working for various contracts in North London. The candidate's key responsibilities will be climbing and undertaking arboricultural duties including tree felling, dismantling crown reduction works and pruning operations.

Seasonal Tutor opportunities with Field Studies Council

Thu, 5 Dec 2019 14:27:13 +0000

FSC Slapton, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon (2 posts)
FSC Margam Discovery Centre, Nr Port Talbot
FSC Orielton, Pembroke, Pembrokeshire
The Field Studies Council (FSC) is the UK’s leading charity sector provider of outdoor environmental education. Our West Group of Field Centre's have a number of Seasonal Tutor vacancies starting early next year and running on an annual basis between February and October.

Torfaen County Borough Council has an opening for a Torfaen & Blaenau Gwent Local Nature Partnership Coordinator

Thu, 5 Dec 2019 14:26:53 +0000

Fixed term until 21st March 2022
The successful candidate will work with communities, businesses, public bodies and others, in local activity to support a long-term, sustainable difference to nature recovery across Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent. This is a unique opportunity for the right individual to gain a wide range of experience in community based action for biodiversity, at an exciting time when biodiversity protection and enhancement not only has a high profile, but is underpinned by robust legislation.

The River Restoration Centre is seeking a RRC Senior River Restoration Adviser

Thu, 5 Dec 2019 11:34:49 +0000

Full-time, 2-year fixed term contract
Location: Cranfield University, Cranfield, Bedfordshire
We are seeking an experienced individual to manage and deliver independent technical specialist advice, and a training programme to a broad range of statutory agency, public, private and third sector organisations. Your main duties will be: to provide expert advice and support, delivery of option assessments, restoration planning and scoping of projects, the design and delivery of training courses and the coordination of an international conference on river restoration science.

The Bedford College Group seeks an Associate Lecturer in Agriculture

Wed, 4 Dec 2019 14:00:11 +0000

We have great opportunity based at our Shuttleworth campus for an Associate Lecturer in Agriculture to become a key member of our Land and Environment department.
As an Associate Lecturer in Agriculture, you will play a pivotal role in the success of our students through: preparing, delivering and assessing Agriculture qualifications within the land based provision on a range of Agriculture courses, including apprenticeships; supporting and guiding students to achieve success and realise their potential; managing students’ learning and providing a high quality learning experience.

Partnership Project Officer and Project Support Officer required by The Brecks Fen Edge & Rivers Landscape Partnership Scheme

Tue, 3 Dec 2019 10:50:33 +0000

37 hpw fixed term contract for up to 5 years (funding)
Based at The Carnegie, Thetford
As Partnership Project Officer you will support the efficient delivery of the scheme programmes and projects and liaise with project partners to ensure a joined-up approach to the delivery of the overall scheme, enabling the effective completion of the scheme objectives on time and on budget. The Project Support Officer is required to provide key administrative and finance support, maintain social media and websites and help co-ordinate project activities.

Seasonal Ranger opportunity with Cairngorms National Park Authority

Mon, 2 Dec 2019 14:28:44 +0000

Contract: Fixed term, January 2020 to 30 September 2020
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including weekends and evenings
Location: Grantown on Spey
Are you looking for a unique challenge to work in one of the most amazing places in the world? We have an exciting opportunity for a Seasonal Ranger to join our Conservation Team.
The Cairngorms National Park is one of the country’s most spectacular landscapes. Renowned for its mountains, it has at its centre a montane plateau higher than 1000m, it also has extensive native pine forests, extensive moorland and a rich and diverse cultural landscape along its straths and glens. With its strong local music scene, some fantastic locally produced food and drink and it’s abundance of outdoor pursuits the Cairngorms National Park is a very special place to live and work.

5 new adverts for volunteer placements (2/12)

Mon, 2 Dec 2019 10:28:18 +0000

Social Media Developer, The Royal Forestry Society
Education & Engagement Volunteer Trainee, Kent Wildlife Trust
Conservation Evidence Placement, The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Living Seas Volunteer, Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre
Development Manager, 9Trees CIC

2 new adverts for regular or occasional volunteers (2/12)

Mon, 2 Dec 2019 10:28:21 +0000

Outdoor Adventure Volunteers, The Youth Adventure Trust
Practical Conservation Volunteer - Brilliant Butterflies Project, London Wildlife Trust

Hestercombe Gardens has an opening for an Estate Worker

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 15:41:08 +0000

Hestercombe Gardens Trust is looking for someone to join our fantastic team of gardeners/estate workers. Settled near Taunton in Somerset and steeped in history, Hestercombe is a 300 acre estate run as an independent charity. We are a small charity with big ideas. The team is small and the work that we do here is extremely varied and fast paced.

Ecological roles with Middlemarch Environmental Ltd

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 14:53:08 +0000

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Coventry/London/Kent/Worcester
Hours: 40 hours per week
As one of the leading ecological consultancy companies in the UK, Middlemarch Environmental specialises in delivering Value in Nature. We offer client-focused, cost effective advice and expertise on all ecological issues that occur during the planning and development process, with an increasing focus on the design and delivery of biodiversity net gain.
Currently we have over 60 professional ecologists and support staff. As might be expected in a young company, there is considerable potential for personal development within the organisation, and continuing growth is planned over the next five years.

Field Studies Council is recruiting for a Tutor

Fri, 29 Nov 2019 11:33:44 +0000

FSC Slapton, Nr Kingsbridge, Devon
Permanent 35 hours per week with residency offered
The post-holder will develop, plan and deliver ‘out-of-classroom learning’ activities to a wide ranging audience; engaging and enthusing students and assisting FSC achieve its goal of ‘Bringing Environmental Understanding to All though first-hand experience’. The post-holder will be expected to lead groups of all abilities in the natural environment with the ability to provide an appropriate standard of care for our learners. You will also contribute to all other aspects of running a busy residential education centre.

Sparsholt College wants to employ an Instructor/Technician - Arboriculture and Forestry

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 16:30:26 +0000

Sparsholt campus, Hampshire
Responsible for equipment checks, maintenance and service/repair of a range of equipment including chippers, stump grinders, chainsaws, brush cutters and tractors. The role also includes monitoring equipment and managing stores the ordering of spares and inventory. The delivery of practical training to various levels of courses also being an element of the role makes this a diverse and interesting role within the Arboriculture and Forestry Section.

Partnership and Development Officer vacancy with North York Moors National Park Authority

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 14:14:59 +0000

Helmsley, North Yorkshire
We have a fantastic record of working with volunteers and being creative to develop opportunities for everybody to help care for their National Park. To help us do this, we need an enthusiastic person to work with small organisations and community groups around the National Park area. You will work with our talented team of volunteer Task Day Leaders and also be responsible for developing our existing training programmed to train TDLs, enabling them to lead tasks efficiently and safely.

Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority has an opening for a Corporate Services Officer

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:43:39 +0000

Fixed-term contract from February 2020 to the end of August 2020
Bainbridge, Wensleydale
As the Corporate Services Officer, you’ll provide secretarial and administrative support to the Director of Corporate Services and the Solicitor / Monitoring Officer.

RSPB is seeking a Learning and Visitor Assistant

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:43:09 +0000

Location: Cleveland
Hours: Part time, 18.75
Contract: Permanent
From peering into the murky depths of the pond to exploring the seasonal changes around the reserve, you have the opportunity to make a real difference, enriching the lives of youngsters and inspiring them to learn and care more about the natural world.

Centre Manager required by Field Studies Council

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:42:45 +0000

FSC Blencathra, Nr. Keswick, Cumbria
This is a fixed term position from 1st March 2020 until 30th November 2020 to cover maternity leave in the first instance.
Responsible for the day to day management and performance of the learning location, responsibility for the leadership of one or more core learning location teams, and overall responsibility for an agreed function across the region/group.

The Conservation Volunteers is seeking a Warden - South Yorkshire

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 15:56:21 +0000

This is a full time, fixed-term role at 35 hours a week until March 2020.
We are looking for someone to join our team in South Yorkshire to help us care for some wonderful community woodlands.
TCV, in partnership with the Land Trust, engage local communities in the use and management of 465 ha green spaces across South Yorkshire.
Reporting to the Operations Leader you will be part of a team responsible for delivering and assisting a busy program of site maintenance works and inspections.

Rural Estate Delivery Advisor opportunity with Landmarc Support Services Limited

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 14:45:44 +0000

Location: Longmoor Camp, Liss, Hampshire, GU33 6EL
Hours: 37 per week, Monday to Friday
An exciting and challenging job opportunity has arisen for the post of Rural Estate Delivery Advisor working for Landmarc Support Services Ltd. in the South East of England. Based at Longmoor near Aldershot, the role covers sites across the Defence Training Estate in Hampshire, Sussex, Kent and some outlying establishments.
Landmarc, first and foremost, is a world leading provider of integrated support services in military training, targetry and explosives handling locations, including total facilities management, range and training area design, range safety and specialist environmental services.

The British Horse Society needs Access Field Support Officers in various English regions

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:38:14 +0000

Home Based in East, South West, East and West Midlands & Yorkshire
Full Time, 35 hours per week
The British Horse Society is the nation’s largest equine charity with a passion for horses that is backed by knowledge and expertise. The BHS represents and provides a range of services for horse riders, horse owners, enthusiasts and professionals. The Access Team works to preserve, protect and extend equestrian access throughout the UK.

Temporary Area Warden - North vacancy with Snowdonia National Park Authority

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:20:44 +0000

Penrhyndeudraeth
Snowdonia National Park Authority protects the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of Snowdonia National Park. Covering 823 miles of diverse landscape, the Park is home to over 26,000 people, the highest mountain in England and Wales and the largest natural lake in Wales.
We are now looking for a Temporary Area Warden to join us for a seven month fixed-term maternity cover contract, with the possibility of an extension for the right candidate.
Work in one of the UK’s most beautiful sites and help to conserve the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of Snowdonia.

RSPB is seeking an Assistant Investigations Officer

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 15:09:12 +0000

Location: Flexible within Scotland
Hours: Full time / Contract: Permanent
The illegal killing of the birds of prey is a stain on the UK's reputation. It affects almost all of our raptor species, and particularly impacts those of high conservation concern such as the hen harrier, peregrine and golden eagle.
This role is working within a dedicated and unique team combatting this issue alongside partners including the Police and statutory agencies.

Centre Assistant / Trainee Instructor opportunity with Lochranza Field Studies & Activities Centre

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:57:35 +0000

Isle of Arran
35 hour week, commencing 25 January to 7 November.
We are looking for a Centre Assistant / Trainee Instructor to join our small team for 2020 season.
We are an Outdoor Education Centre looking after around 75 young people a week located on the rather lovely Isle of Arran just off West Central Scotland.
We teach a mix of Field Studies - Geography, Biology & Geology.  We also provide a range of outdoor activities - canoes, raft building, mountain biking, abseiling, archery, orienteering & geocaching. Your role will be to work as a Centre Assistant throughout our departments - catering, housekeeping, activities & field studies.

Hertfordshire County Council has an opening for a Rural Craftsperson / Estate Worker

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:20:24 +0000

Location: Aldenham, Watford
Hours: 37 hours per week / Contract: Permanent
Hertfordshire County Council’s Rural Estates Team are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and dedicated person to help manage its woodland, farmland trees, open space and public access routes across the county.
The role will predominantly involve estate maintenance tasks including: assisting in new woodland tree planting; carrying out ad hoc tree inspections and providing reports of tree condition; felling dead/dangerous/wind-blown trees; topping and strimming grass; cutting hedges; spraying around newly planted trees and dealing with unwanted weeds.

Farm Manager vacancy with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 14:07:52 +0000

35 hours per week
Are you looking for a rewarding job which will combine your farming skills and experience with a knowledge and passion for conservation farming? Do you want to help create a living landscape that is productive and rich in wildlife?
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is looking for an experienced Farm Manager to live in the Farmhouse at Appleton Mill Farm near Pickering. The ideal candidate will have a passion for farming and an interest in nature conservation.

9Trees CIC is looking for a Development Manager

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 12:20:02 +0000

5 hours / week for 3-6 months, pro-bono
We are looking for a person to join our team for 3-6 months on a pro-bono basis to support us as we enter our first full year as a company. As a ’Development Manager’, you would need to be able to dedicate about five hours across a week to support with promotion, administration and communications. Our team is based in Bristol and Mid Wales. We would love to get to know you in person, however the majority of this role can be done remotely if you are based elsewhere.

6 new adverts for volunteer placements (25/11)

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:53:00 +0000

Voluntary Traineeships x 3, Shropshire Wildlife Trust
Trainee Education Ranger, Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust
Outdoor Education Trainee Instructor, National Trust
Learning & Participation Volunteer, Devon Wildlife Trust / Seaton Jurassic
Volunteer Seasonal Outdoor Education Instructors, YMCA Lakeside
Conservation Volunteer, Cumbernauld Living Landscape

2 new adverts for regular or occasional volunteers (25/11)

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:53:03 +0000

Woodland Conservation Volunteer Facilitator, Volunteer, English Heritage
Woodland Conservation Volunteer, English Heritage

Freelance Outdoor and Adventure Learning Tutors required with Field Studies Council

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:25:26 +0000

(Self-Employed)
FSC North Group of centres is looking for self-employed Freelance Outdoor and Adventure Learning Tutors to support our work in the delivery of adventurous activities and / or academic fieldwork and environmental education to a wide-ranging audience; engaging and enthusing students and assisting FSC achieve its goal of ‘Bringing Environmental Understanding to All Through First-hand Experience’. They will be expected to work with groups of all abilities and to have the ability to provide an appropriate standard of care for our learners.

Forestry England is recruiting for a Forest Craftsperson - Bowland Beat

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:08:32 +0000

Slaidburn, Lancashire
To help maintain and enhance the Public Forest Estate within the Bowland Beat, using a full range of practical forestry and countryside skills. To support the delivery of a high quality experience for visitors. To help maintain productive links with neighbours, local communities, external partners, contractors and volunteers.

RSPB is also recruiting for a Senior Conservation Scientist

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 15:56:25 +0000

Location: Sandy
Hours: Full Time / Contract: Permanent
We are seeking an experienced conservation scientist to develop a portfolio of applied research in support of the conservation objectives of the RSPB in the UK. We are looking for a post-doctoral scientist with a clear track record of designing and delivering ecological research, and of publishing in the peer-reviewed scientific literature. The role sits within the RSPB's Conservation Science Department and is likely to carry line management responsibility. The preferred location is RSPB HQ in Sandy although other locations will be considered.

Principal Conservation Scientist vacancy with RSPB

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 15:33:59 +0000

Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
We are seeking an established conservation scientist to develop a portfolio of applied ecological research in support of the conservation objectives of the RSPB in the UK. We are looking for an experienced post-doctoral scientist with a track record of designing and delivering research projects, of developing collaborations and of winning external funding.
The role sits within the RSPB's Conservation Science Department, carries line management responsibility and will preferably be based at RSPB HQ in Sandy (other locations will be considered).

Five Rivers Environmental Contracting Ltd has an opening for a Senior or Principal Ecologist (Terrestrial)

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 14:13:01 +0000

Full time, permanent position
Location: Coventry
Five Rivers is an industry leader delivering projects across the UK. We specialise in the in-house design and delivery of civil/environmental projects with works including (but not limited) to ecological mitigation, civil engineering projects, clearance works, river restorations, river re-alignments, floodplain re-connections and fish passes. You will be the ecological lead on high profile habitat mitigation and translocation projects in the Midlands, ensuring the highest environmental standards are met. The role will co-ordinate other ecological specialists / ECoWs, as well as acting as company lead for licensable works.

Assistant Grazing Officer opportunity with Sussex Wildlife Trust

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 11:02:50 +0000

Location: Southerham, Lewes with Travel across Sussex required.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours Days. Monday - Friday - Evening and weekend work required as part of a weekly rota
Sussex Wildlife Trust is a conservation charity for everyone who cares about nature in Sussex. We focus on protecting the wonderfully rich natural life that is found across our towns, countryside and coast. By working alongside local people we create opportunities for us all to connect with nature and for nature to thrive in even the most unlikely places. Together we can make sure that future generations living in Sussex will be able to enjoy the sense of wonder and well-being that nature offers.

Greenwillows Associates Ltd seek a Habitat Management Assistant/Arb Groundworker

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 10:06:04 +0000

Full time, casual hours or 6 month contract available
Greenwillows Associates is a friendly, family-run independent ecological consultancy based near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. We conduct a wide variety of protected species, arboricultural and habitat surveys across the East and South-East of England as well as providing practical habitat creation/management services. Our clients range from large utility companies, developers and architects through to schools and individual homeowners.

Harrogate Borough Council has an opening for a Nidderdale AONB Manager

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 16:13:44 +0000

Hours: 37 per week
Pateley Bridge, Nidderdale, North Yorkshire
Are you ready for this exciting opportunity to lead the work of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)? Set in the heart of the Yorkshire countryside, Nidderdale AONB is a truly special place. With a rich and varied landscape, an amazing variety of habitats and species, it is also the home and workplace of about 16,000 people. As the successful candidate you will lead our dedicated and passionate AONB team to make the most of the special qualities the AONB has to offer.

Canal & River Trust is looking to appoint a Restoration Coordinator

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 15:15:08 +0000

12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, starting as soon as possible
Based Birmingham - but other locations will be considered.
Join us, in this wide-ranging role, and you will play a key part in helping us achieve our ambition of becoming a recognised leader in the restoration field. How will you do it? By creating targeted communications materials that promote the restoration achievements of the Trust. By contributing to regional restoration strategies.

Visitor Centre and Education Officer position(s) with Colchester Borough Council

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 14:30:26 +0000

Location: High Woods Country Park
Contract: 8-month maternity cover, full time, or part time job share
Working Hours: 37hrs per week or 18.5hrs per week
We are seeking a suitably experienced individual (or two individuals to job share) who can lead visitor centre services at Colchester Borough Council’s award-winning High Woods Country Park and develop and run the education and event programme. In the Visitor Centre Officer role you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the visitor centre, from day to day running to recruiting and training centre volunteers to ensuring all the administrative needs, budget control, service standards and financial security.
As the Education / Events Officer you will run the education and events programme for High Woods Country Park as well as on our other countryside sites, as required.

Sussex Wildlife Trust is seeking a Senior Learning & Engagement Officer

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:34:03 +0000

Location: Rye Harbour Discovery Centre, East Sussex
Contract Type: Fixed term for 3 years
Hours: Full time (35 hours a week) including weekends and evenings
The senior learning and engagement officer is responsible for the organisation and implementation of the education and events programme at Rye Harbour Discovery Centre & Nature Reserve with the aim of promoting engagement, enjoyment and understanding of ecology and environmental issues. They will play a key role in delivering the ambitious activity plan which is integral to the National Lottery Heritage Fund Discover Rye Harbour project.

Garnock Connections Wildlife Recording Assistant also with RSPB

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 16:08:45 +0000

Location: RSPB Lochwinnoch
Hours: 22.5 hours per week / Contract: Fixed term for 9 months
The River Garnock runs through a fascinating landscape, steeped in history and containing a rich industrial heritage. The Garnock Connections project has been established to reveal and enhance this wealth of industrial and natural heritage, as well as providing an opportunity for local people to connect to their special landscape.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take part in a range of other activities including practical ecological surveys and community engagement events.

RSPB is recruiting for an Ecologist

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 16:05:12 +0000

Location: Bedfordshire or Scotland Headquarters, Edinburgh
Hours: Full time / Contract: Permanent
There are currently roles for two Ecologists, one in England and one in Scotland. In England, there is a current gap in the Yorkshire and the Humber area (covering reserves such as Blacktoft Sands, Bempton Cliffs, the Dearne Valley and Fairburn Ings) but the allocated area may depend on the successful candidates experience. In Scotland, we are seeking an Ecologist to be based in Edinburgh, with responsibility for reserves within the central lowlands but also supporting work in other areas depending on the specialism of the successful candidate.

Community Project Officer vacancy with The Conservation Volunteers

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 15:39:55 +0000

The post is 21 hours per week on a fixed term basis and occasional weekend and evening work is required.
This role will support the creation and development of community groups for the conservation management and improvement of Greenspaces in Norwich.
You will: engage with local people in caring for their Greenspaces; recruit, train and manage volunteers and ensure they have an enjoyable and rewarding volunteer experience; develop new community groups and increase the capacity of existing ones through supported activities; organise and deliver high quality, practical environmental conservation and food growing activities that may include habitat management, guided walks, sowing and growing or training sessions.

Tyler Grange is recruiting for an Arboricultural Consultant

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 15:28:18 +0000

Location: London & Manchester
Tyler Grange is looking for a client-facing consultant to join our Arboriculture team to support our continued growth. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm and a passion for what they do and will offer excellent career prospects, a great working environment and support network with training in return.
At Tyler Grange our aim is to deliver a fantastic service for our clients and to have great fun doing what we love.
Working in the arboricultural planning sector we need a candidate who is able to deliver BS5837:2012 survey work, from project inception and bidding stages through to the completion of planning documents, including Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Method Statements.

Snowdonia National Park Authority also has an opening for a Part-Time Technician - Conservation Service

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 12:03:16 +0000

National Park Office, Penrhyndeudraeth
Snowdonia National Park Authority protects the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of Snowdonia National Park. Covering 823 miles of diverse landscape, the Park is home to over 26,000 people, the highest mountain in England and Wales and the largest natural lake in Wales.
As a Part-Time Technician, you’ll provide technical and administrative support to our Conservation, Woodlands and Agriculture Service.
In this role, you will: provide a support role in the use of GIS (mapping system) within the service; respond to general enquiries; assist with our financial control systems; collect and process data; produce documents and reports regarding the service’s work programmes; review constraints on applications for permitted development and individual projects.

Administration Assistant required with Snowdonia National Park Authority

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:56:44 +0000

National Park Office, Penrhyndeudraeth
We are currently looking for a Part-Time Administration Assistant (18 hours per week) to join us and support the Property Service.
Snowdonia National Park Authority protects the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of Snowdonia National Park.
As a Part-Time Administration Assistant, you’ll support the smooth running of our Property Service. Some of your duties will include: reconciling and auditing our car park income; organising the servicing of equipment and mechanical appliances; handling property-related queries; carrying out research and analysis.

Devon Wildlife Trust is also seeking a Caen Wetlands Development Lead

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 10:59:59 +0000

This is a part-time (18.75 hours per week working Wednesday to Friday), fixed term appointment until December 2020 based at Cricklepit Mill.
Do you want to play the leading role in developing a brand-new coastal wetlands creation project in northern Devon?
Devon Wildlife Trust is planning to create an exciting new area of wetlands in one of the most biodiverse estuaries in the South West. Located in the heart of the North Devon UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Caen Wetlands is an ambitious proposal to create a stunning wildlife facility and public amenity. You will develop the vision for the area and lead the feasibility stage, building relationships with the local community, liaising with local authorities, consultants, funders, and financial advisors.

Education Officer (Nature Friendly Schools) opportunity with Devon Wildlife Trust

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 10:57:56 +0000

This is a part-time (22.5 hours per week), fixed term appointment until December 2020 based at Cricklepit Mill.
Are you a passionate advocate for the benefits of being in nature? Are you a dynamic communicator?
Nature Friendly Schools is a Defra funded; nationwide project led by the Wildlife Trusts. The aim of the project is to work with school communities to develop plans for utilizing local green spaces as a tool for building mental health resilience in vulnerable children. Rather than a specific delivery role, the successful candidate will work closely with staff across the school community to shape a program of outdoor sessions designed to influence positive mental health benefits.

Natural England requires two Reserve Wardens

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:28:33 +0000

Theses posts are for two permanent full time roles, joining established NNR colleagues within the West Anglia Area Team of Natural England. These Reserve Warden roles will be responsible for leading practical management work on a series of National Nature Reserves. You will support colleagues to deliver the agreed aims of our NNR Management Plans, carrying out tasks either directly or through leading volunteers and contractors.

Shropshire Wildlife Trust is offering 3 x Voluntary Traineeship opportunities

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 11:56:05 +0000

Looking to kick start your career into the environment sector? Shropshire Wildlife Trust is offering three voluntary traineeships: Hedgehog Officer (Engagement), Conservation (Reserves Management) and Species Monitoring (Surveying). Each voluntary traineeship is three days a week for 12 months. You will gain practical experience and training that will boost your chances of successfully gaining paid employment on completion.

Public Rights of Way Mapping Officer for Worcestershire County Council

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 09:59:51 +0000

27 hours per week
You will undertake a wide range of mapping tasks including the processing of legal orders to change the definitive map, assessment of and commenting on planning applications, and responding to general mapping queries from both internal colleagues and external enquirers. All of which contribute to the Council's duty to maintain Worcestershire County Council’s Definitive Map and Statement.

Parks Development Officer with Bristol City Council

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:09:21 +0000

Bristol
As Parks Development Officer, you will shape our new parks and green space strategy, setting out a 25-year vision that delivers excellent quality parks and builds-in opportunities generated by our Bristol Future Parks programme.

Bristol City Council is looking for a Heritage and Estates Officer

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 16:08:59 +0000

Bristol
Do you want to be at the cutting edge of innovation in Parks?
If the answer is yes, then you may be just the person we are looking for as we embark on an exciting journey to re-think parks. You will work alongside our 'Bristol Future Parks' programme designed to attract significant investment and bring fresh ideas to support parks.

ONWP Eradication Project Manager also required with RSPB

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 14:35:37 +0000

Orkney
Full Time / 4 year contract
We are looking for a part time team leader with excellent organisation and communication skills to join 2 other managers to deliver a stoat eradication operation for the Orkney Native Wildlife Project.
Key tasks will include: securing and maintaining land access agreements; co-ordinating and monitoring the operation on the ground; leading and motivating a dedicated team of trappers; ensuring the well-being of the team of trappers, managing workloads, providing training and support etc; identifying emerging operational issues and risks; planning and coordinating procurement of replacement traps and other equipment; ensuring accurate and meticulous trapping and dog search data collection, and responsibility for maintaining an up-to-date trapping database; working closely with the Programme Manager, Biosecurity Officer and other ONWP team members to maintain good communications and information transfer within the project team.

Northumberland Wildlife Trust is recruiting for a Conservation Assistant

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 14:01:37 +0000

The role is for 35 hours per week and the contract is for a 24 month period at the outset with opportunities for continuation.
We are looking to appoint a confident, innovative and enthusiastic person to join our team, as a Conservation Assistant.
The main functions of this role are to: help deliver the conservation function of the Trust including responding to planning applications, helping with the Local Wildlife Sites work and responding to the public with conservation queries; work closely with colleagues to support conservation delivery and survey; help with species and habitat data handling and with conservation focussed events.

Scotland Reserve Livestock and Grazing Adviser required with RSPB

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:28:29 +0000

Location: Edinburgh
Hours: Full time
Contract: Fixed Term Contact until 31 March 2021
The role will deliver an effective auditing and solutions-focused service to RSPB Scotland nature reserves throughout Scotland.
It will ensure that RSPB Scotland complies with its responsibilities under the relevant agricultural and agri-environmental legislation, and agricultural compliance standards associated with the RSPB's in-hand and let out livestock management and grazing operations.

Shropshire Wildlife Trust is looking for an Assistant Reserves Officer

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:57:08 +0000

(Two year contract)
This is a part time post for three days (21 hrs) per week.
Shropshire Wildlife Trust is a charity dedicated to the conservation of Shropshire's wildlife and wild places. The Trust wishes to see a natural environment that is safeguarded yet dynamic, a resilient place where all can enjoy a sustainable future, recognising that the economy depends on the environment.
While our wider aims involve influencing and educating others we also own and manage around 1000 hectares of nature reserves. These are special places prized for their beautiful habitats and rare species and also a place where people can go to see nature and experience the joy of being outdoors.

Project Forester opportunity with Forestry England

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 11:14:45 +0000

Are you a looking for a new challenge working as part of a team to lead on the delivery of an exciting new 130 hectare woodland creation scheme? Forestry England are seeking a Project Forester to join the Thames Beat team to lead and project manage the delivery of a new woodland creation scheme on an arable farm in Kent, and provide support to the wider district to deliver its woodland creation programme.
Thames Beat is part of East District which employs over 150 staff to manage 35,000 ha from North Norfolk to Brighton - a varied landholding that includes pine forest, community woodlands and ancient woodland with numerous designated conservation and heritage sites and a range of recreation provision.
This role offers someone to be at the forefront of creating a productive woodland resilient to climate change.

9 new adverts for volunteer placements (18/11)

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:53:31 +0000

Trainee Countryside Ranger, Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust
Farne Islands & Northumberland Coast Volunteer Ranger, National Trust
Voluntary Traineeships x 3, Shropshire Wildllife Trust
Visitor Volunteer - Farne Islands, National Trust
Volunteer Warden Internship, RSPB
Skokholm Long Term Volunteers, The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales
Volunteer Trainee Reserves Officer, Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Trustees, The Orchard Project
Volunteering Learning Assistant Internships, RSPB

9 new adverts for regular or occasional volunteers (18/11)

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 10:53:33 +0000

Volunteer Community Fundraising Champions, Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust
Roadside Wardens, Kent Wildlife Trust
Events Volunteer, Kent Wildlife Trust
Romney Marsh Visitor Centre Volunteer, Kent Wildlife Trust
Roadside Nature Reserve Wardens, Kent Wildlife Trust
Sevenoaks Visitor Centre Volunteers, Kent Wildlife Trust
Parks in Mind Volunteer, Bournemouth Parks Foundation
Kingfisher Barn Visitor Centre Volunteer, Bournemouth Parks Foundation
Grounds and Surveying Volunteer, Field Studies Council

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is recruiting for a Living Landscapes Officer - Maternity Cover

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 15:08:10 +0000

21 hours per week
Are you looking for a new challenge? Would you like to combine your knowledge and experience of land management with your passion and commitment to engaging local communities? Do you share our vision of creating a Yorkshire rich in wildlife for everyone?
YWT are seeking to appoint a Living Landscape Officer - maternity cover to join our North Region Team. This is a great opportunity for the right person to deliver YWT’s Living Landscapes work primarily in the East of North Yorkshire (Hambleton, Ryedale and Scarborough) based at our headquarters in York.

Technical Support Land Management opportunity with Natural Resources Wales

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 12:37:17 +0000

Location: Bangor or Llanrwst
Type of contract: FTA for 9 months
Work pattern: Full time, Monday to Friday.
The post holder will provide business and technical support to the Operations Manager, managing selected business applications and administration systems. This will include administrative, analytical, organisational, technical and customer service activities, connected to the management of NRW land or assets supporting the Team Leader.

EMEC Ecology has an opening for a Consultancy Manager

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 10:13:36 +0000

Contract type: Permanent / Full time
Location: Nottingham, NG1 1EA
You will be responsible for ensuring a wide range of projects are delivered to a high standard and managed effectively, taking an innovative approach to the development of EMEC's products and services. Working collaboratively with the co-consultancy manager, you will design and deliver a complex mix of projects, undertake fieldwork and lead the development of the consultancy ensuring the team are engaged and motivated and delivering to a high standard.

Landscape Project Officer opportunity with RSPB

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 15:56:05 +0000

Location: Haweswater/Lowther
Hours: Part Time - 15 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term until March 2021
If you are passionate about the Landscapes of Cumbria and the Lake District and you want to play a key role in securing a vibrant future for people and nature, then this role could be for you. You will be assisting the project team to deliver a Landscape Scale Nature, farming and community inspired initiative. Specifically you will help shape and deliver local community and wider stakeholder engagement to create a vision and a place-based plan that links community, business (including farming) and nature, that seeks to secure future investment in the landscape and its communities.

Forestry England is seeking 2 x Thetford Forest Operations Foresters

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 10:23:43 +0000

Forestry England is seeking two motivated foresters to join our Forestry Land Management team working across a multi-purpose forest environment in Thetford Forest on the Norfolk/Suffolk border. Working closely with three other foresters, one of the roles focuses on harvesting (contributing to the annual felling programme of approximately 100,000m3) and the other on establishment (involved in a planting programme of over a million trees a year).

Stakeholder Engagement Officer for South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 10:23:04 +0000

Temporary contract to 30/03/2020
Part-time (18.5 hours/week)
We are looking to take on 2 part-time Stakeholder Engagement Officers. This will help further the work of developing good relationships between different stakeholders across the south-west and south-east of Scotland. The focus will be on building relationships between landowners, gamekeepers, farmers and forestry working to inform, reassure and advise on how best to accommodate Golden Eagles on their land.

BSG Ecology Ltd has an opening for a Senior Ecologist

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 10:22:46 +0000

Newcastle
BSG Ecology was established in 1997, and is one of the largest independent ecological practices in the UK with a nationwide permanent staff of fifty, over six offices. This is a great opportunity to join our experienced, friendly and innovative Newcastle team. You will have the chance to become involved in a variety of interesting, complex and high-profile projects for a wide-range of clients, and to develop your skills in all aspects of consultancy work through mentoring, a structured review process and training programme.

EMEC Ecology are also recruiting for a Senior Ecologist

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:53:26 +0000

Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time or Part time
Location: The Old Ragged School, Brook Street, Nottingham, NG1 1EA
We are a close-knit, friendly and supportive team, with a relaxed office atmosphere. The majority of our projects are within an hour of our office, and as such over-night stays are typically infrequent. We are seeking an individual with the relevant level of consultancy experience and associated protected species licences.
Join our team and help to deliver our growth strategy.

Consultant Ecologist required with EMEC Ecology

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:51:59 +0000

Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time or Part time
Location: Nottingham, NG1 1EA
We have an opportunity to join our friendly team, based at our listed offices in the heart of the creative quarter in Nottingham.
As a commercial subsidiary of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust, we see conservation as a core value. When delivering our clients’ projects and objectives, we look for biodiversity net-gain wherever possible and deliver innovative solutions. We are seeking an individual with the relevant level of consultancy experience and associated protected species licences.

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is recruiting for a Head of Conservation

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:19:59 +0000

Hours: Full time Permanent - 37.5hrs per week
Based: Devizes SN10 1NJ
This is an exciting opportunity to join of one of the UK’s leading environmental charities. Your appointment as Head of Conservation will be an opportunity to let your vision and leadership shine, as you take responsibility for the development and delivery of the Trust’s conservation objectives. In addition, as a member of the Senior Leadership Team you will share collective responsibility for the day to day management of the Trust as a whole.

Conservation Officer (Environmental Land Management Schemes) opportunity with North Pennines AONB Partnership

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 12:29:59 +0000

An opportunity has arisen for a Conservation Officer to co-ordinate the delivery of a DEFRA-funded ‘Tests and Trials’ project which aims to lay the foundations for a new Environmental Land Management system which supports Nature Recovery and other Ecosystem Services in the North Pennines. The Test will involve working collaboratively with farmers and land managers in the co-design of simple land management plans, rooted in the AONB Management Plan.

High Downs Conservation Project Officer vacancy with Kent Wildlife Trust

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 15:47:07 +0000

Full-time, three-year fixed-term contract
The High Downs Project will enhance the landscape quality and condition across the project area through the restoration and recreation of old habitats to enhance the biodiversity and aesthetics of the countryside. This post is crucial to the delivery and further development of the High Downs LEI Project, including: recruiting and managing volunteers, ensuring the development and delivery of the programme of works and engaging with Kent Wildlife Trust colleagues, partners, landowners and the local community.

The Conservation Volunteers need a Project Officer - Biodiversity Action Team

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 12:22:35 +0000

14 hours per week, working alternate Sundays on a fixed term basis for 1 year.
Based in Colchester
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the delivery of our Essex practical conservation volunteering activities.You will deliver high quality, practical environmental conservation projects for volunteers, help develop and maintain partner relationships and help to recruit, train and manage volunteers.

Conservation Officer - Evidence and Data vacancy with Shropshire Wildlife Trust

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:05:01 +0000

Two year contract, 35 hours per week, based at the headquarters of Shropshire Wildlife Trust in Shrewsbury.
The Trust wishes to see a natural environment that is safeguarded yet dynamic, a resilient place where all can enjoy a sustainable future, recognising that the economy depends on the environment. To achieve this we need the best available evidence to ensure our conservation practice and policy are fit for the opportunities and challenges facing wildlife across the County.

Torfaen County Borough Council is seeking a Rural Development Land Management Officer

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:15:44 +0000

Contract - Full Time fixed term until 31 December 2021
The post of Rural Development Land Management Officer will be responsible for delivering the activities set out under the Rural Development Local Action Plan. The activities will develop local capacity in land management, encourage rural economic development and oversee the delivery of land management activities that form part of the Eastern Valleys Upland Integrated Natural Resource Management Plan. The officer will work closely with farmers, land owners, local producers, volunteer groups and Communities First Teams from Torfaen`s rural wards and cross boundary partners.

Regional Harvesting and Marketing Manager opportunity with Scottish Woodlands Ltd

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 14:01:09 +0000

South West Scotland / North West England
Scottish Woodlands Ltd is a leading forestry management company with a long tradition of serving forest owners and investors in Scotland and the rest of the UK.
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen as a consequence of our progressive succession expansion plans. We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic individual to lead our team and develop our business in the catchment area of our South West Region, which incorporates our 3 office locations in Carlisle, Castle Douglas and Fenwick. As head of the team, the key duties involve working closely with our existing clients and markets and the development of new business.

3 new adverts for volunteer placements (11/11)

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:49:52 +0000

Immersive Volunteer Role, Haslemere, Surrey, National Trust
Immersive Volunteer Ranger Box Hill & Headley Heath, National Trust
European Solidarity Corps Volunteer Island Birds Project, Association Biom, Birdlife Partner Croatia

1 new advert for regular or occasional volunteers (11/11)

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:49:50 +0000

Learning Volunteer, National Trust

Kent Wildlife Trust has an opening for a Head of Land Management

Fri, 8 Nov 2019 15:37:09 +0000

Full time role
Based Tyland Barn, Maidstone, Kent
Kent Wildlife Trust is seeking a Head of Land Management to take proactive, strategic, management responsibility for the management of its estates team, its Nature Reserves and the land that it manages for third parties.
This is an extremely exciting opportunity for someone with a proven commitment to conservation to make a real difference to the conservation of our wildlife heritage in Kent.
The Trust owns, or manages, some 65 nature reserves covering over 8,100 acres and roadside nature reserves covering 100km of verges. The Estates team composes 4 Area Managers and 19 wardens. The team is heavily dependent upon a number of volunteer trainees, regular volunteers and contractors.

Seasonal Wardens for West Berkshire opportunity with Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust

Fri, 8 Nov 2019 15:24:51 +0000

Based at: Estovers, Greenham Common, Newbury
2 Wardens: 26 week fixed term contract (10 February to 10 August 2020)
Working hours: 30 hours per week for first 2 weeks and the last week, then an average of 25 hours per week including early mornings, evenings and weekends, worked on a rota system.
The primary purpose of these roles is to engage with our visitors at Greenham & Crookham and Snelsmore Commons, informing them about the heathland and its associated wildlife whilst encouraging them to stay on paths and keep their dogs under control during the bird-nesting season. There will be opportunities to run several exciting events, lead guided walks, undertake ecological surveys/monitoring and carry out visitor surveys. Wardens will produce a summary report at the end of the season.

Chilterns Conservation Board seeks a Land Management Officer

Fri, 8 Nov 2019 15:08:44 +0000

The Lodge, 90 Station Road, Chinnor, OX39 4HA
15 - 22.5 hours per week, 0.4 - 0.6 FTE. (Flexible working patterns can be arranged.)
Fixed Term Contract to 31.12.2022
Your role will be wide reaching but focus on providing a fantastic service to landowners to help them deliver. You will be working with suppliers, drawing up and inviting tenders, awarding and overseeing contracts, engaging consultants, and provision of bespoke advice and practical support. This role is unique in its scale, breadth, and the opportunity for you to be involved in not only the design of projects but also their delivery and monitoring. You will engage with a wide range of ecologists, land managers, passionate volunteers and a network of partners.

Eastleigh Borough Council has an opening for a Country Parks Manager

Thu, 7 Nov 2019 16:51:09 +0000

37 hours a week (some weekend/evening working will be required)
We are committed to making a positive difference for all the residents, businesses and visitors to Eastleigh and we are proud to be delivering on our promise to create sustainable and healthy communities and increase employment and wellbeing opportunities for all. Eastleigh’s award-winning country parks are fundamental to achieving this goal, and are a vital part of our community, so as our new Country Parks Manager you will have a key role in their continued success by shaping the visitor experience and making the parks a great place to visit, play and work.

Countryside Ranger required by Cheshire East Council

Thu, 7 Nov 2019 16:50:37 +0000

Location: Cheshire
Hours per week: 37
The purpose of the job is to develop, manage, and maintain countryside recreation and nature conservation sites and facilities within the Borough using a range of recognised best practice countryside management techniques, to ensure high standards of service provision and delivery to the public. This job is primarily although not exclusively, centred on the management of the Longhorn cattle herd which are used as a way to improve and promote the ecological diversity of our land.

Riverlution Community Engagement Officer vacancy with the River Stewardship Company

Thu, 7 Nov 2019 16:50:13 +0000

21 hours per week (2-3 days per week including weekends), permanent
Sheffield-based with travel across Yorkshire
The Riverlution Community Engagement Officer will be responsible primarily for delivering regular volunteer days on the riverbank, with further scope to include additional engagement events such as citizen science activities, wildlife walks and educational activities as our Riverlution programme develops. They will engage with our existing volunteers but also work to expand our volunteer network both in number and reach. Other tasks will focus on training and skills development within targeted communities to increase the social impact of Riverlution.

RSPB seeks a Conservation Scientist - Natural Climate Solutions

Thu, 7 Nov 2019 13:23:55 +0000

Location: Cambridge or Sandy
Hours: Full Time
Contract: 14 month Fixed Term contract
RSPB is seeking a talented conservation scientist with good GIS and analytical skills to join projects examining the spatial conservation and climate change mitigation consequences of land management and restoration in the UK and Europe.

Volunteer and Penwith Hedges Coordinator employed by Cornwall Wildlife Trust

Thu, 7 Nov 2019 12:20:55 +0000

Based in St Just
Full-time, fixed contract to December 2022
The Penwith Landscape Partnership scheme seeks to conserve and enhance the special landscape of Penwith in the far west of Cornwall, making a lasting difference to its heritage, people and communities. Volunteering is central to the success of the scheme. We are looking for a committed individual with great organisational and people skills to support and develop the strong volunteering network, working closely with the other PLP team members.

Dalkeith Country Park has an opportunity for an Assistant Park Manager

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 16:04:18 +0000

Dalkeith Country Park has been enjoyed by visitors for 120 years and its woodlands, riverside trails, cycle tracks and events calendar are valued by visitors from near and far. The Park includes Fort Douglas which is an exciting adventure play park for visitors of all ages, while the stable yard houses Restoration Yard, a unique venture comprising a retail store, coffee bar, restaurant, foodhall and wellness space.
In this role you will be responsible for ensuring the Park grounds and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards. This is a unique opportunity to be involved with all aspects of the conservation and biodiversity of our 1,000-acre site, including the Old Oakwood which is a Site of Specific Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Community Tree Nursery and Engagement Officer position with Thames Chase Trust

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 14:50:49 +0000

22.5 hours per week
Do you enjoy working with volunteers and engaging people to improve their environment? Do you want to help create a local resource of trees collected from local seed for planting across the Thames Chase Community Forest? Do you want to help manage this tree stock and educate current and future generations about the benefits of trees? The Thames Chase Trust is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic new member of our team who has the energy and drive to take forward an exciting new chapter for our Community Tree Nursery.

Northumberland County Council seek an Ecologist

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 14:34:34 +0000

You will provide advice to Planning Officers and developers, review planning applications and assist with policy development, working with colleagues across the Planning Service to secure the best outcomes for nature in contexts varying from small housing schemes to the working and restoration of large mineral sites. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that is working to conserve and enhance nature across England’s most northerly county, from intertidal habitats and coastal bird populations to upland meadows, heaths and blanket bogs.

Health, Safety and Environment Advisor opportunity with RSPB

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 14:09:36 +0000

Location: North Wales Office
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent
The role will involve advising staff and volunteers on health and safety matters across the full range of our operations in the region, which includes nature reserves, membership recruitment, research projects, shops, catering outlets and offices (including our Wales HQ in Cardiff). Our network of fantastic nature reserves covers the whole of Wales and includes Lake Vyrnwy, Ynys-hir, South Stack Cliffs, Conwy and Ramsey Island. The reserves cover almost every type of habitat including uplands, coast, woodland and wetlands. You will also lead the monitoring of environmental management standards as RSPB retains and improves its external accreditation for its environmental management system.

CGO Ecology Ltd is looking for a Senior Ecologist (Bats, Birds - SE England)

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 13:56:20 +0000

Permanent, with three-month probationary period
The position is home-based, ideally in Surrey or Berkshire, but other parts of Southeast England considered.
CGO Ecology is a consultancy with a small team of staff, and a wide network of subcontractors and associates. We need a skilled and licensed bat ecologist, with proven experience obtaining bat EPS mitigation licences, to join our Dorset team. It involves travelling to jobs across the Southeast, sometimes Dorset, Hants and the Midlands.

Data Controller required with Surrey Wildlife Trust

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 10:32:02 +0000

Full time or 4 day week considered
Do you love the inner complexities of a membership database? Do you thrive on knowing the details of Data Protection regulations?
The Trust needs an experienced Data Controller who really understands the beneficial workings of a membership and CRM database and how using the data can deliver business targets.
This role will manage our database; project manage and support the implementation of ThankQ (currently Progress); ensure compliance with data protection and be the Trust’s “expert” in GDPR plus extend that expertise to other areas of the Trust and advise on the broader CRM data management.

Rockingham Forest Trust is recruiting for a Senior Ranger

Wed, 6 Nov 2019 10:21:18 +0000

Immediate start - Permanent position.
Based at Stanwick Lakes Nature Reserve
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Ranger to join our dynamic team. Based at the Stanwick Lakes Nature Reserve and Countryside Attraction with all the fantastic facilities and activities it has to offer, the purpose of the role will be twofold: to manage the daily requirements of the central hub of the site throughout the busy summer period, ensuring a great experience for our visitors. During the winter your focus will change to managing the wider site in line with the management plan, completing conservation and habitat maintenance.

Forestry England wants to appoint a Visitor Services Coordinator (Deputy Manager)

Tue, 5 Nov 2019 15:14:51 +0000

Wendover Woods attracts over 400,000 visitors per year and is located five miles East of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. The site has recently benefited from a major capital investment project which has brought a new café, car park facilities, toilets, car park management system and play trail. As Visitor Services Coordinator you will be tasked with developing and improving the visitor experience and growing the business in ways that offer superb visitor experiences.

DNAire Community Engagement Officer vacancy with Aire Rivers Trust

Tue, 5 Nov 2019 14:35:42 +0000

Location: Currently in Shipley, Bradford
Hours of Work: 37 hours per week but note that significant working at weekends and evenings is likely to be necessary.
Fixed Term 3-year contract until December 2022
Do you want to connect people to their local wildlife as part of an exciting new team within a growing organisation? Do you have the skills to deliver a wide-ranging and varied volunteer and community engagement programme? Do you share our passion for improving our river?
Developing the Natural Aire (DNAire) is a partnership project with The Environment Agency. DNAire will once again allow Atlantic salmon to spawn in our river after an absence of 200 years. To celebrate their return and to safeguard the future of the river we are launching a wide-reaching programme of community engagement.

Dartmoor National Park Authority has an opening for a Dartmoor Hill Farm Officer

Tue, 5 Nov 2019 11:39:28 +0000

Full time - 37 hours per week
Fixed term contract until April 2022
Based in Princetown as a key member of the Dartmoor Hill Farm Project team, you will build on existing links established with the farming community to develop, promote, administer and evaluate an inclusive programme of training events to help build more sustainable rural communities. You will work directly with farmers, acting as a conduit to facilitate positive change and will be central to providing support at a critical time of uncertainty and reform.

Immersive Volunteer opportunity with National Trust

Tue, 5 Nov 2019 11:39:00 +0000

Black Down Estate, Haslemere, Surrey.
c.30 hours per week for a period of 6-12 months (maximum 12 months).
The role involves spending time with the Ranger team across the Black Down Estate, the successful candidate would get an opportunity to develop their experience of countryside conservation on an estate with a variety of habitats including woodland, grassland and heathland as well dealing with small herds of in-hand cattle. This role will suit people who are looking to develop a career in the countryside management or conservation sector and want to gain practical experience on the ground in a variety of areas.

Magdalen Environmental Trust is seeking an Environmental Education Countryside Ranger

Tue, 5 Nov 2019 11:38:33 +0000

35 hours per week
Chard, Somerset
Based on our organic farm, the Magdalen Environmental Trust provides outdoor environmental education to children and adults, and therapeutic / respite opportunities to people with more complex needs.Throughout the year, the role will include traditional Ranger activities of site care, countryside management and care of livestock, and also the provision of high quality environmental education to a range of visitors, but predominantly primary school children.

Conservation Placements available with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 14:11:29 +0000

The Yorkshire Wildlife Trust has opportunities available at Potteric Carr Nature Reserve (Doncaster), Stirley Community Farm (Huddersfield) and York Head Office
Are you aged 24 or under? Are you looking to grow your career in conservation? If so then we would like to hear from you.
We are looking for young people to join the Tomorrow’s Natural Leaders programme. As part of the programme we help build your practical skills, conservation knowledge, leadership skills and employability in the conservation & environmental sector.

Environmental Conservation Apprentice opportunities with National Trust

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 12:33:00 +0000

Duration: 18 months (37.5 hours pw)
Apprenticeship level: Advanced
Locations: Gibside, Clents Hill, Exmoor, West Yorkshire, Calke Abbey, Saltram, Langdale and Dartmoor
You will be working as part of the Ranger team locally delivering our ambitions for the Natural Environment. No previous experience or related knowledge is required.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to create a safe environment where the public can enjoy our environments and surrounding land and buildings, whilst protecting the environment, and creating habitats for species to thrive.

Canal & River Trust has an opening for a Waterway Operative

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 12:03:34 +0000

Based Stalybridge
At the Canal & River Trust, we believe life is better by water. This is an opportunity to put that belief into practice, as you help transform our canals and rivers into spaces that local communities truly enjoy. Your job will be to maintain, conserve and improve some of our waterways in Greater Manchester - doing everything from removing litter and repairing towpaths to operating locks and bridges and providing emergency response. It’s an opportunity to work in a wonderfully unique outdoor environment. You’ll also be working as part of an annualised hour rota, which ensures we are able to provide excellent customer service 7 days a week.

Health Ranger required with Cheshire West and Chester Council

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 11:20:19 +0000

Location: Chester
37 hours per week
Would you like to inspire people to get active outdoors? Are you able to connect more people with nature on their doorstep for the health and wellbeing benefits it can bring?
We seek an enthusiastic individual to develop and lead a wide range of outdoor nature based activity programmes across a number of locations within Cheshire West and Chester as part of the Natural Health Service. These activities include guided health walks, practical nature conservation tasks, horticultural therapy, Forest Schools and mindfulness in nature.

1 new advert for volunteer placements (4/11)

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 10:02:34 +0000

Northern Reserves Voluntary Trainee, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

1 new advert for regular or occasional volunteers (4/11)

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 10:02:36 +0000

Trustee, Heart of England Forest

Amber Valley Borough Council is seeking a Tree Officer

Mon, 4 Nov 2019 09:42:27 +0000

Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Central Headquarters, Ripley, Derbyshire
Are you passionate about Trees? If so, you could be the next Tree Officer we are looking for!
The role includes the day-to-day management of the Assistant Tree Officers, to provide a first class arboricultural service, including undertaking inspections, prioritising works, dealing with Tree Preservation Orders and Conservation Area applications, giving advice to internal and external clients on arboricultural matters and ensuring that the Council’s legal obligations are met.

Neo Environmental is recruiting for a Senior Ecologist

Fri, 1 Nov 2019 11:31:51 +0000

Location: Glasgow
Role: Full Time
Neo Environmental are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified Senior Ecologist to be based in Glasgow and work on a broad variety of projects. The position will offer the right individual the opportunity to work for a well-established and growing environmental consultancy.
The successful candidate will work on projects including large energy developments, residential and mixed-use schemes, infrastructure, aggregates and commercial projects. You will be given plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and expertise through ongoing mentoring and training.

Practical Land Management Officer required with Worcestershire Wildlife Trust

Fri, 1 Nov 2019 11:03:09 +0000

35 hour week (occasional evenings and weekends), full-time
Location: Lower Smite Farm, Hindlip near Worcester, but the post holder will be expected to travel to sites around Worcestershire.
Are you passionate about wildlife conservation? We are looking for a confident, pro-active individual to join our Reserves Team. By recruiting and leading a team of up to four trainees you will be an integral part of the practical delivery of conservation work across 75+ nature reserves covering nearly 1200 hectares of unimproved grassland, ancient woodlands, heathlands and wetlands in Worcestershire. The nature reserves are a vital part of our contribution to the delivery of Living Landscapes, a landscape-based approach to rebuilding biodiversity.

Canal & River Trust has an opening for an Ecologist

Fri, 1 Nov 2019 10:20:49 +0000

Fixed-term contract for 24 months
Based Birmingham with regular travel across the West Midlands
We’ll look to you for technical support on a wide range of ecological issues, and through a variety of multi-disciplinary teams including waterway operations, project managers, contract managers, volunteer coordinators and communications professionals. This will involve supporting the commissioning of works, monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements, recording environmental incidents, undertaking preliminary studies and investigations, and promoting the work of the Trust at a local and national level, among many other things.

Senior Ecologist (Bats, Birds) for CGO Ecology Ltd

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 14:53:41 +0000

Permanent, with three-month probationary period
The position is home-based (Dorset/Hants area), and mainly involves travelling to jobs across this area and the Southeast, sometimes further, and with overnight stays where necessary. You would coordinate and conduct surveys and mitigation for bats (PRAs, nocturnal surveys, static detectors, transects), Breeding Bird Surveys, Winter Bird Surveys, Phase 1 habitat/PEAs, and surveys for reptiles, GCN, riparian mammals, and other protected species.

John Muir Trust is seeking a Junior Ranger Project Officer

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 12:20:12 +0000

Hours: Part-time, 0.5 FTE
Location: Pitlochry or Fort William. Home working may be considered depending on location.
Contract: Fixed term, 24 months
The Junior Ranger Programme is a well-established engagement scheme aimed at young people 11-18 years old. The John Muir Trust would like to develop a Junior Ranger programme across some of its inspiring wild places and we are recruiting a Junior Ranger Project Officer to support the development and implementation of this exciting venture.

Great Out-tours Franchise opportunity with The Great Out-tours Limited

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 09:40:20 +0000

Location: Your home County / Country / Area The Great Out-tours Limited are looking for people who are passionate about the great outdoors and inspiring the imaginative minds of children, using the school countryside stage. The Great Out-tours specialise in running after-school clubs, in-school workshops (complementing any existing countryside activities), weekend clubs and parties. We are expanding and looking to engage franchise partners throughout the United Kingdom. Become an owner of an award winning, pioneering outdoor franchise. A business opportunity to inspire children in the countryside within your own County/Country.

Natural Resources Wales has an opening for a Development Planning Advisor (1)

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 16:00:37 +0000

Location: Aberystwyth
Type of contract: Permanent
Work pattern: Full time
Role Purpose: The post holder will assess development proposals for potential environmental impacts across the breadth of NRW interests. They will respond to Local Development Plan and development casework consultations across several Local Planning Authority areas. They will ensure advice is provided to customers that influences sustainable place making and supports the sustainable management of natural resources.

Senior Ecologist position with Bowland Ecology Ltd

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:17:23 +0000

Bowland Ecology is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior Ecologist. The successful candidate will be a hands-on project managing individual with a comprehensive knowledge of wildlife regulation, best practice survey methodologies and mitigation techniques. Experience of business development, health and safety and line management is also desirable. These tasks will form a significant part of the role. Bowland Ecology offers standard benefits including a 37.5 hour working week.

Ranger vacancy with Nene Park Trust

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 11:56:18 +0000

The post of Ranger forms a key role within Nene Park Trust’s Park Management Team, who are responsible for the day-to-day management of one of the most well-visited parks in the country with exciting ambitions for the future.
The post will help carry out Ranger duties within the Park to ensure it is well-managed and maintained, conserving its important heritage and ensuring it provides a welcoming environment for Park visitors.
In addition, the post will act as Health and Safety Champion for the Park Management Team, keeping an overview of health and safety as it relates to activity within the Park.

Cranborne Chase and Chalke Valley Landscape Partnership seeks a Landscape Partnership Manager

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 11:25:02 +0000

Fixed term contract until 30/06/2024
Base: Near Tollard Royal, Wiltshire
Do you have the passion, drive, experience and enthusiasm to deliver a new, innovative five-year scheme comprising 20 ambitious projects? The Cranborne Chase and Chalke Valley Landscape Partnership has been awarded £1.68m from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Together with partner match funding, this £2.7m scheme aims to enhance the natural, historic and cultural heritage of this stunning, historic landscape through encouraging widespread community engagement and involvement.
You’ll manage the team of four, be responsible for a budget of £2.7m, encourage and enable ongoing collaborative working with a multitude of partners and track delivery of a wide range of critical outcomes. You’ll also play a vital role in ensuring the scheme has a lasting legacy on the ground. You’ll lead on implementation and delivery of the major ‘Champions of the Past’ project, inspiring volunteers to discover more about, and become involved in, conserving the unique historic heritage of the area.

Project Officer required with Cotswolds Conservation Board

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:56:38 +0000

Cotswolds AONB Rail Corridor Enhancement Project
Location Northleach, Gloucestershire
18.5 hours per week for two years (potential to extend to three years)
Do you want to join the Cotswolds Conservation Board team to help deliver a lasting positive legacy for the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)?
Network Rail has provided the Cotswolds Conservation Board with funding to develop, manage and deliver this project. The focus of the project will be on two key areas: Line-side planting and other schemes which help to mitigate the landscape and visual impact of the electrification works, within a 6km-wide corridor; Schemes across a wider area of the Cotswolds AONB, that compensate for the adverse impacts of the electrification works by contributing to the Board’s statutory purposes.

Woodmeadow Trust is recruiting for an Education Officer

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:06:57 +0000

Freelance, part-time, commencing Jan/Feb 2020
Three Hagges Woodmeadow, Escrick, York
Woodmeadow Trust is seeking a highly motivated individual to coordinate and deliver high quality outdoor educational activities at Three Hagges Woodmeadow. The successful candidate will build relationships with local schools, develop and deliver curriculum-linked activities and develop and expand our outdoor education programme.
This is a part-time post and dependent on the demand for school visits in school term time and for any chargeable activities i.e. private children’s parties and uniformed group events. It is anticipated that the role will demand a minimum of 2 day’ work a week, it is expected to be 6 hours a day, around 41 weeks/80 days a year.

Biodiversity Projects Officer opportunity with Three Rivers District Council

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 16:44:47 +0000

Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
Three Rivers District is an attractive mixture of town and countryside, situated in south west Hertfordshire, where the protection and enhancement of trees, woodlands and the landscape have a high priority. The Council is responsible for managing a number of key open spaces across the district, including six Local Nature Reserves including Croxley Common Moor SSSI.
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Community and Environmental Services team for a Biodiversity Projects Officer. Key duties of the post are to be responsible for the strategic management of sites important for wildlife across the District, including responsibility for developing site management plans for all Council-owned Local Nature Reserve sites, using the principles of biodiversity and sustainability.

Natural Resources Wales has an opening for an Environment Officer

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 16:24:32 +0000

Location: Buckley
Type of contract: Fixed Term Contract until 7th June 2020
Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours
The post holder will play a defined role to achieve sustainable management of natural resources SMNR through the delivery of the multi-functional team remit at place.
Post holders will contribute specific technical expertise to the team in at least one area of work.
For all work areas produce required advice, investigations, documentation and reports to agreed quality standards to support operational and management decisions, protected site notification, public enquiries, court cases etc so that information, evidence and NRW interests are accurately and effectively presented.
Within your area of expertise, provide professional local advice and responses to consultations from planning and permitting teams. Maintain working relationships with these teams through regular liaison.

Farm & Environment Assistant required with CLM Ltd

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 09:30:42 +0000

Based full-time at our office in Hartfield, East Sussex.
An opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and capable individual to join our team. CLM is the leading independent Farm Business Consultancy in the South East specialising in Environmental Grant schemes. We take a commercial approach to obtaining the best possible grant scheme outcomes for our clients and the habitats they manage.
Key responsibilities: assisting in the administration of grant and subsidy sourcing and compliance including Basic Payment Scheme and Environmental and Countryside Stewardship; organising farmer engagement events for the Eastern South Downs Farmer Cluster; providing administrative support and assistance to the team including preparation of maps, plans and reports as required; providing mapping support for planning and diversification projects..

Somerset Wildlife Trust has an opportunity for a Volunteer Coordinator

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 16:38:52 +0000

5 days per week
Based in Taunton
Are you ready to make your mark on the world of volunteer management supporting great people doing vital conservation work across Somerset? Do you want to help a local charity develop its volunteering to supports its future strategy? Do you want to spread the word about Somerset’s wonderful wildlife and glorious landscapes and why we need to protect them now and in the future?
You will coordinate and help manage our various volunteers and volunteer groups, who form a core part of the Trust, as well as champion volunteer work including practical conservation work, wildlife monitoring and recording, and in our office and at events. The successful candidate will be supporting our existing volunteer groups and volunteers, revitalising our volunteer strategy, while creating new and exciting volunteer opportunities and activities.

Area Warden (Medway Wetlands) vacancy with Kent Wildlife Trust

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 15:52:45 +0000

Kent Wildlife Trust is the leading wildlife charity for Kent and Medway, supported by its members and staffed by committed professionals. Nature is in trouble and it needs our help. Kent Wildlife Trust has a plan to aid nature’s recovery and we encourage people to join us to make a difference.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our team. As the Area Warden for the Medway Wetlands, you will be responsible for the day to day management of a range of important and varied conservation sites, including Peters Pit SAC, Holborough Marshes, Wouldham Common and Culand Pits. Duties will include planning and delivering practical habitat management activities, leading and managing conservation volunteers, supervising contractors, leading conservation grazing schemes while always ensuring the highest health and safety standards are maintained at all times.

Field Studies Council is looking for a Freelance Outdoor and Adventure Learning Tutor

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 15:27:45 +0000

Self-Employed
The Field Studies Council (FSC) is the UK’s leading charity sector provider of outdoor environmental education. Much of our work is based at our Field Centres, which have an international reputation for high standards of school and university teaching and associated facilities.
FSC West Group of centres is looking for self-employed Freelance Outdoor and Adventure Learning Tutors to support our work in the delivery of adventurous activities and / or academic fieldwork and environmental education to a wide-ranging audience; engaging and enthusing students and assisting FSC achieve its goal of ‘Bringing Environmental Understanding to All Through First-hand Experience’.

Chainsaw and Brushcutter Operatives required with Green Mantle (Ecosophy) Limited

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 14:11:44 +0000

Location: Mendip Hills & Somerset Levels
35 hours/wk plus travel.
Immediate start - end February 2020
Exciting opportunities to gain invaluable experience of countryside management and discover extensive networking possibilities. Full-time staff required to join small dynamic team undertaking felling, coppicing, tree surgery, footpath maintenance and scrub clearance, mainly on SSSIs.

ATM Ltd is recruiting for a Site Supervisor

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:57:28 +0000

Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset
Are you passionate and committed about working outdoors, enjoy a wide variety of work as well as leading and developing people’s skills? If you aspire to work for a company that values its staff and prides itself on high standards of workmanship and training opportunities, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
ATM - Category Winners at the ‘BIG Biodiversity Challenge Awards 2019’ provide fencing, landscape and ecology services for a variety of clients including Government Agency’s and County Councils and have been established for over 40 years. You would be primarily leading a team to undertake a variety of tasks for our clients including river vegetation, invasive species and grassland management in addition to other landscape related duties.

8 new adverts for volunteer placements (28/10)

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:43:48 +0000

Expedition Leaders, British Exploring Society
Natural Wellbeing Traineeship, Cheshire Wildlife Trust
Volunteer Role - Minutes Secretary, Friends of Staunton Country Park
Practical Reserve Management Placements, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Reserve Management HQ - Office & Research Placement, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Practical Conservation Grazing Placement, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Animal Presentations Placement, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Volunteer Role - Health & Safety Officer, Friends of Staunton Country Park

2 new adverts for regular or occasional volunteers (28/10)

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:43:51 +0000

Midweek Volunteer, The Conservation Volunteers
Optical Reuse Project - Optical Technician, Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust

Another Business Conservation Adviser opportunity with RSPB

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:31:51 +0000

Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire
Full time / Fixed term to 31 March 2023
We work in an exciting conservation partnership with Barratt Developments plc, Britain's largest house builder, to deliver a shared vision for nature rich new housing developments. You will be responsible for fostering close links with Barratt teams, and providing advice to help conserve priority species including swifts, hedgehogs and pollinating insects. You will be involved in generating opportunities for nature in greenspace landscape designs, wildlife gardens and the built environment. The role includes producing case studies, communications materials and representing the partnership at conferences and events. It sits within the RSPB's Sector Advice team, which works with businesses and land owners to create habitats, conserve rare species and to provide a better environment in which to live

RSPB has an opening for a Business Conservation Adviser

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 11:19:14 +0000

Location: Bedfordshire
Full time / Fixed term contract until 31 March 2023
We are just starting an exciting conservation partnership with The R&A, the governing body of the sport of golf, to deliver a shared vision for nature rich golfing environments in GB and Northern Ireland. You will be responsible for fostering close links with golf course managers, and representatives of golfing organisations, and for providing advice to help conserve priority species and enhance habitats on golf courses.

Conservation Farming Manager also required with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 09:40:00 +0000

35 hours per week
Are you a natural leader? Would you like to use your skills in conservation to help improve the wildlife and environmental value of farmland?
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is looking for a Conservation Farming Manager to join our North Team at Appleton Mill Farm near Pickering. Our ideal candidate will have experience of managing a productive farm enterprise, especially with a focus on nature conservation. The post holder will be responsible for the strategic development, management and coordination of the Trust’s livestock programme.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust seek Nature Friendly Schools Officer x 2

Mon, 28 Oct 2019 09:38:32 +0000

12 month Fixed Term Contract
35 hours per week
Are you a keen advocate of the ‘Nature Matters’ message and share our vision for creating Living Landscapes and Living Seas? Do you want to make a positive difference to mental health and wellbeing of young people and children?
We are seeking to appoint a Nature Friendly Schools Officer at both Stirley Community Farm, Huddersfield and Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, Doncaster. The post holder will lead on delivery of the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust element of this exciting national project working with primary schools in the West Yorkshire or South Yorkshire region. The post holder will make a meaningful difference for the wellbeing and school attainment of primary school pupils across Yorkshire and increase their connection with nature.

Senior Farm Advisor vacancy with Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:58:24 +0100

Contract: Fixed term, 6 months, with the possibility of extension
Based: The Lodge, Littlemore, Oxford (flexibility available)
We are looking for a passionate and committed person to join our Conservation Strategy Directorate to help contribute to the Trust’s growing farm advisor work. The ideal candidate will have an agricultural background, with experience in delivering and implementing wildlife friendly agricultural advice and land management.
This role will be pivotal to help expand our work on agricultural land, and will focus on scoping new opportunities for BBOWT to expand its wildlife friendly agricultural advice and land management work.

Natural Resources Wales seeks an Advisor 2 (Financial and Resource Management Planning)

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:06:45 +0100

Environmental Monitoring Strategy and Planning Team
Location: Flexible
Type of contract: Permanent
Work pattern: Mon-Fri 37-hour week
Working with colleagues across NRW including in Evidence Policy and Permitting, Operations and Finance you will take a lead role in collating, analysing, interpreting, and reporting financial and resource management information to inform the future planning of effective and affordable environmental monitoring programmes. You will coordinate the governance arrangements in place to manage NRW’s monitoring and reporting service and track and report on key environmental monitoring performance metrics.

Foreman, Chainsaw Operators & Fencers required with Knighton Countryside Management Ltd

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 14:27:28 +0100

Immediate Start
Knighton Countryside Management Ltd is based at Piddlehinton, Dorchester & undertakes a range of ecological & environmental contracting. We have opportunities for suitably qualified Foreman, Chainsaw Operators and Fencers for fencing, vegetation clearance, & ecological contracting, to work on jobs in Dorset and across southern England/Wales.

Borders Forest Trust has an opening for a Communications and Social Media Coordinator

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:50:11 +0100

Based near Jedburgh, Scottish Borders
If you’re an amazing social media user with a passion for nature and the outdoors, and want to work for an organisation concerned about saving nature then keep reading.
The main purpose of this role is to improve the effectiveness and use of the content on our blog and social media channels, that drive income and direct support to our work by bringing more people in, making their interactions more meaningful, inspirational and empowering, and providing them with ways in which they can get involved. The role also includes book-keeping (training will be available) and organisational support.
This role is your chance to make real change possible. What do you say?

Asset Information Definitive Map Officer opportunity with Cambridgeshire County Council

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:32:32 +0100

Location: Stanton Way Highways Depot, Huntingdon
Hours: 37 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to join Cambridgeshire County Council’s Asset Information Definitive Map Team. Based in the Highways Service, the post holder will enjoy working with in a team to help manage the Council’s Highways, Public Rights of Way and Commons/Town and Village Green Records, developing and promoting the public access for the benefit and enjoyment of the whole community.
You will join a dynamic and multi-disciplined team jointly working to provide a high quality service advising other service colleagues, stakeholders and the public on Highway, Commons Registration and Public Rights of Way records matters.

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is recruiting for a Community Sector Specialist Officer

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:12:30 +0100

We’re looking for a Community Sector Specialist Officer to join us at Worsbrough Mill on a part time basis working 15 hours per week. In this role you will be deliver a biodiversity project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The role is offered on a fixed term contract until March 2021.
Worsbrough Mill has secured almost £100k worth of funding to support walking and wildlife in the stunning Country Park and local nature reserve. Visitors can expect to see new signposts and interpretation boards along existing walking routes that will provide further information about the vast array of wildlife that inhabits the Country Park; they will also be able to enjoy three new accessible walking routes that will offer new ways of exploring the area.

Senior Ecologist opportunity with Wildwood Ecology Ltd

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:43:51 +0100

Do you want to work for an award winning environmental consultancy whose ethos encapsulates the promotion and encouragement of sustainable and ethical environmental concepts and solutions that benefit all? A company where your contribution is valued and where your ingenuity is actively encouraged and rewarded? A Certified B Corporation that is not afraid to stand up for what it believes to be right?
We are looking for an experienced and licenced Senior Ecologist to join our Cotswolds team based in the beautiful market town of Cirencester.

RSPB also has an opening for a Senior Fundraising Officer

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:05:26 +0100

Location: Flexible
Hours: Full time
Contract: 12 Months
Do you have the passion, drive, professionalism and enthusiasm to raise funds for the RSPB?
The RSPB England team is recruiting for a Senior Fundraising Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to hone your skills in fundraising and project management. As a bold ambassador for the RSPB you will develop excellent relationships across RSPB teams and with a range of significant funders and partners. The role will involve you working alongside the Fundraising Manager to develop and implement fundraising strategy. We will create the opportunity for you to develop specialist knowledge and lead on strategy for one or more of the income streams e.g. grants, trusts, corporates and individuals.

Project Manager position also with RSPB

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 16:03:42 +0100

Orkney
Full Time
4 year FTC
We are looking for an inspiring leader and experienced project and people manager to manage the Orkney Native Wildlife Project team to deliver a ground-breaking non-native species eradication project.
You will be responsible for managing staff to deliver the project in accordance with an agreed project plan and will be responsible for reporting to a project steering group to ensure they are informed and can make effective decisions. You will coordinate and support the delivery of all elements of the project, including the eradication, biosecurity measures, community activities, native wildlife monitoring, young ambassadors activities as well as financial management and reporting.

RSPB is recruiting for a Visitor Operations Manager

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:59:08 +0100

Location: East Devon
Hours: Part-Time, 26 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
We're looking for a Visitor Experience Manager to join our fantastic team in East Devon. Our nature reserves have some amazing assets and over the next two years your role will be to develop and integrate our visitor offer and lead the visitor team to grow support for our mission to save nature.
You will grow income by developing an inspiring events programme, improving our visitor offer at Bowling Green Marsh, driving footfall to our retail outlet at Darts Farm and developing a culture of excellence in customer care.

Assistant Woodland Officer also for Scottish Forestry

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:51:12 +0100

Various locations across Scotland
Here in Scottish Forestry (SF) we are seeking new members to join our forestry team. You will support the Woodland Officers in providing advice and in assessing and processing Forestry Grants and felling permission applications and undertake inspections of grant claims and forestry activity in your area.

Scottish Forestry is seeking a Woodland Officer

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 10:50:53 +0100

Various locations across Scotland
Assess and process applications for Forestry Grant Scheme, forest plans and felling permissions. Undertake regulatory roles in delivery of the Forest and Land Management Scotland Act, provide guidance and advice to woodland owners and managers and promote sustainable forestry to increase public knowledge and community participation.

Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust seeks a Principal Research Officer, Wetland Science

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 16:25:38 +0100

HQ, Slimbridge, and travel to field sites
22.5 Hours per week
Fixed term maternity cover
The Conservation Evidence Department is seeking an experienced Wetland Scientist to lead WWT’s research into the multiple benefits of Natural Flood Management (NFM). You will be a motivated and adaptable individual able to support a small team of field researchers and volunteers.
The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a conservation charity that protects wetlands for wildlife and people. We conserve, restore and create wetlands. We are pioneers in saving wetland wildlife, both in the UK and around the world. At our 10 UK sites around a million visitors a year engage with wetland nature.

ONWP Eradication Project Manager required with RSPB

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 16:07:12 +0100

Orkney
22.5 hours per week
4 year contract
We are looking for a part time team leader with excellent organisation and communication skills to join 2 other managers to deliver a stoat eradication operation for the Orkney Native Wildlife Project. You will inspire trust and support for the project both within your team and externally and have an ability to win over hearts and minds and motivate people.

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is recruiting for an Estates Worker - South

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 14:48:45 +0100

Hours: Full time - 37.5 per week
Based: Langford Lakes nature reserve
Based out of Langford Lakes this is a rare and exciting opportunity to become involved in the management and maintenance of some of the country’s finest nature reserves. If you have already gained conservation practical skills and experience and are looking for a role in which you will be able to express and convey your passion whilst really making a difference, then we would like to hear from you.
The role will involve practical land and estate management that will vary by season and habitat. You will work as part of a small estates team alongside farm and conservation officers to deliver the essential programme of maintenance and repairs that is necessary to maintain a safe working and visitor environment to the highest standards.

Swindon Reserves Manager opportunity with Wiltshire Wildlife Trust

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 14:39:45 +0100

Hours: Full time permanent - 37.5 hrs/week (Monday - Sunday contract)
Based: The Whitworth Building, Blakehill Farm nature reserve
Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Reserves Manager to join the Trust’s Conservation team. This is an exciting and rare opportunity to take on a key position that will assume responsibility for a suite of Wiltshire Wildlife Trust’s (WWT) nature reserves and some public open spaces in Swindon, ensuring that they meet their environmental, social and financial objectives.

Canal & River Trust has an opening for an Environmental Scientist

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 11:09:50 +0100

Part-time, 22.5 hours per week
Based Birmingham
At the Canal & River Trust, we believe life is better by water. Set up in 2012 to care for historic waterways across England and Wales, we aim to bring wellbeing benefits to millions by transforming our canals and rivers into spaces where local people can spend time and feel better. Joining our West Midlands Environment Team, you’ll work closely alongside a wide range of functions here, including environment, operational, asset management, engineering, estates, planning and third party works. From monitoring and reporting on compliance and regulatory requirements, to identifying implications of legislation on our activity and providing practical advice on ways to look after our interests, you’ll help us to enhance our waterways. Waste management, contaminated land and water quality, as well as dredging programmes and environmental surveys, will all be part of the remit you support us with.

Dartmoor National Park Authority is looking for a Dartmoor Environmental Land Management Officer

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:47:59 +0100

Full time: 37 hours per week
Fixed term contact for two years
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and influence the new emerging Environment Land Management System (ELMS) being established to help deliver the Government 25 year Environment Plan. Test and Trials will be the primary mechanism by which the ELMS programme will engage with farmers, land managers and other stakeholders to inform the co-design of this system that will be critical to the future health of our environment.
The Dartmoor Environmental Land Management Officer (DELMO) will be responsible for the overall management, coordination and delivery of the project. The post holder will work with a wide range of land managers, specialists and partners to develop ideas around themes and challenges specific to Dartmoor that could be incorporated into the future ELMS. This post will develop and draw together the thinking from the T&T to present to Defra as a series of proposals to inform development and design.

Grey Squirrel Officer - (Western Tayside) also required with Scottish Wildlife Trust

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:25:25 +0100

Full-time and fixed term for 2 years (starting ASAP)
Location: Home based, ideally Perth/Dunkeld area
Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels - Developing Community Action (SSRS-DCA) is a project to secure the long-term future of red squirrels in Scotland by building capacity among communities of volunteers and land managers to take on some of the essential protection measures required to protect the red squirrels in key areas. As part of this programme we are looking for a self-starter with a love of outdoor working who is experienced in grey squirrel control work and enjoys interacting with the public, to fill a new Grey Squirrel Officer post. The post will contribute to the project’s co-ordinated landscape-scale approach to reduce grey squirrel numbers in the target area of Comrie to Blairgowrie preventing recolonisation of areas to the north of the Highland Line.

Scottish Wildlife Trust is recruiting for a Grey Squirrel Officer - Tayside

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 16:22:43 +0100

Seasonal post mid January - end July 2020
Location: Home based within east Angus (Forfar-Montrose area)
Saving Scotland’s Red Squirrels - Developing Community Action (SSRS-DCA) is a project to secure the long-term future of red squirrels in Scotland by building capacity among communities of volunteers and land managers to take on some of the essential protection measures required to protect the red squirrels in key areas. The post will contribute to the project’s co-ordinated landscape-scale red squirrel protection networks by to reducing grey squirrel numbers in the key Forfar to Montrose area to prevent them from colonising southern Aberdeenshire.

Head of Parks and Green Spaces required with Bristol City Council

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 14:06:14 +0100

Bristol
Inspire the future of our green spaces
This is a career-defining chance to take responsibility for 432 parks and green spaces, 2,217 hectares, 54,000 trees and 9 cemeteries and crematoria across the Bristol region. We face a fascinating challenge with projects such as the £multi-million regeneration of Ashton Court and Blaise Castle falling into our remit. Furthermore, having recently been awarded a £1million heritage fund donation, we are determined to drive forward a vital and varied portfolio of projects that will deliver maximum benefits for our local communities. We are therefore looking for a dynamic leader who will take the helm of these, plus other high priority projects, driving the relevant changes and programmes to ensure they are reaching their full potential.
Devising and implementing a clear vision for Bristol’s parks and green spaces, you will creatively imagine how best to use the sites and generate income in the process. You’ll develop and nurture strategic partnerships and drive our commercial approach, overseeing all income-generating activities for the estate, including the commercial side of the cafes.

Sparsholt College has an opening for an Instructor/Technician - Arboriculture and Forestry

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 13:44:00 +0100

This role is to be based at the Sparsholt campus.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with our team in the training of arboriculture and forestry students. We have a strong dedication to industry and aim to produce students that are fit for purpose. We have extensive industrial worksites and are well resourced. Responsible for equipment checks, maintenance and service/repair of a range of equipment including chippers, stump grinders, chainsaws, brush cutters and tractors.

Volunteering Development Officer opportunity with RSPB

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 11:27:06 +0100

Birmingham
Full Time
Permanent
As a Volunteering Development Officer, you will join a small development team to advise volunteer line managers on excellent volunteering management, policy and best practice. You will also be a champion for change, constantly considering ways to improve how we work. This role is about influencing and inspiring others, so they are driven to work with more volunteers and in innovative ways.

The Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire is seeking a Conservation Projects Officer

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 10:55:18 +0100

Full Time: 37.5hrs per week
Location: Northampton
The Conservation Projects Officer (CPO) will assist with the production of up to date management plans for nature reserves, project co-ordination for work on nature reserves and in the wider countryside, and surveying and management advice to owners and managers of Local Wildlife Sites.

Tree Officer opportunity with Guildford Borough Council

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 16:50:31 +0100

Permanent
Guildford Borough Council is looking for a pro-active, motivated and confident Tree Officer with a passion for trees and nature. We are offering a permanent position for this vital role within a small team committed to improving our Parks and Countryside.
Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business and education set in beautiful countryside which includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy and excellent transport links.

Devon Wildlife Trust is recruiting for a Working Wetlands Project Manager

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 10:54:48 +0100

Full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent appointment, based at DWT’s Cookworthy office near Holsworthy in North Devon.
Are you passionate about wetland conservation and river catchment restoration?
The Working Wetlands project is one of the largest natural catchment management schemes in the South West to improve water quality and build the resilience and sustainability of 6 major catchments across Devon as part of South West Water’s Upstream Thinking programme.
Working alongside South West Water and the Westcountry Rivers Trust, you will lead an ambitious programme of farm advice delivering 20,000 hectares into good environmental management and on-site physical interventions to restore and re-create species rich wet grasslands.

4 new adverts for volunteer placements (21/10)

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 09:36:08 +0100

Shadow Ranger Voluntary Scheme, Forestry England
Natural Heritage Traineeship - Volunteer, The Conservation Volunteers
Volunteer Gardener - Development Role, National Trust
Coast & Countryside Volunteer Ranger, National Trust

3 new adverts for regular or occasional volunteers (21/10)

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 09:36:10 +0100

Schools On Reserves Volunteer, RSPB
Visitor Volunteer, RSPB
Forest School Volunteer Assistant, A Touch of the Wild

Nature Conservation Officer required by Camden Council

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:59:36 +0100

Contract Type: Permanent, full time, 36 hours per week
An exciting opportunity now exists for a dynamic nature conservation professional, to be the lead officer for the Council in all matters relating to nature conservation and biodiversity. The successful postholder will provide specialist advice to ensure appropriate regard for nature conservation and biodiversity across all Green Space services. They will also provide guidance for the planning department on applications and wider strategy and policy.

Natural Neighbours Community Wildlife Assistant for Sheffield and Rotherham Wildlife Trust

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:36:49 +0100

18.75 hours per week
Duration: Fixed Term Maternity Cover (9mths - 1 year)
The role will focus on engaging local communities in their green spaces on four sites across Rotherham: Eldon Road, Eastwood; Boston Park, Canklow: Sandhill Park, Rawmarsh, Winterhills, and Kimberworth Park. This will be done through improvements which aim to help make the site, places that everyone will be proud of.

Sayers Croft / Westminster City Council want to appoint an Outdoor Adventure Manager

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:36:20 +0100

Location: Sayers Croft Outdoor Learning Centre, Ewhurst, Surrey
Permanent contract. 36 hours per week, some weekends. Residential accommodation can be provided.
As our Adventure Manager, you’ll manage our outdoor adventure centre at Sayer’s Croft, delivering exciting outdoor activities and learning to thousands of children throughout Westminster and the South East. First and foremost, you’ll be responsible for putting our overall vision and strategy into practice, helping us remain competitive and provide a high standard of activities and learning. There’s also a strong management aspect to the role, as you’ll oversee assistant instructors, deliver training, and support our Deputy Head in recruiting new talent.

Learning Officer position also available with RSPB

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:36:31 +0100

Lochwinnoch
Part time, 15 hours per week
8 months fixed term contract
Lochwinnoch is a unique setting with a combination of wetland and woodland habitats, yet within a short commute from Glasgow. Our site provides children from all walks of life with the opportunity to engage with nature, often for the first time, with hands on, exciting learning activities. You will inspire school children visiting us by co-ordinating and delivering programmes for connecting school children and young people to nature through our Curriculum for Excellence-linked education programmes on the reserve.

Tayside Reserves Assistant Warden vacancy with RSPB

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:36:04 +0100

Location: Loch Leven
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Tayside Reserves lie in East Scotland and provide a range of key habitats for breeding lapwing, marsh harriers and a wide range of wildfowl. You will be based at RSPB Loch Leven but work on all three reserves, carrying out a range of habitat management, biological monitoring and people engagement activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible person to assist with conservation efforts to ensure the best breeding and wintering conditions for target species.

RSPB is looking for a Partnership Development Manager

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 12:35:32 +0100

Sandy, Bedfordshire
Full time - Part Time hours considered
Permanent
The RSPB are expanding our Corporate Partnerships team as we build on recent successes and increased public awareness of our efforts to collaborate with businesses, enabling collective action in support of nature's recovery. The Partnership Development Manager will work with the wider team to develop support and funding from business and brands by delivering the RSPB's partnership offer to reach challenging but achievable targets.

Ranger opportunity with Severn Trent Water

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:53:59 +0100

Location: Upper Derwent Valley, Bamford, Derbyshire
Contract: Permanent
As the public face of Severn Trent Water you will need to be able to demonstrate first class customer service at all times and look to protect and enhance the Company’s brand and image through the quality of service offered which is offered. This will be through the maintenance of high standards of our facilities, developing and managing key external contacts, such as wildlife trusts, local authorities and the local community.

RSPB wants to appoint a Senior Project Manager - LIFE 100% Favourable

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:31:02 +0100

Edinburgh
Full time
Fixed Term Contract until July 2024
We need an experienced senior project manager to deliver a groundbreaking project which will achieve 100% favourable status of Natura 2000 European protected areas (Special Areas of Conservation and Special Protection Areas) on RSPB reserves across Scotland. This exciting project, involves 11 conservation management sub projects across 15 natura sites and 23 natura features ranging from the saltmarshes of the Cromarty and Solway to the montane willow scrub of the Cairngorms.

Specialist Advisor Permissions for Natural Resources Wales

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:26:57 +0100

Location: Bangor
Type of contract: Fixed Term
Work pattern: Full time
To lead on the provision of technical and specialist advice and knowledge for granting permissions for activities and entering longer term partnerships on NRW managed land to shape and inform Government and NRW decisions, programmes, plans, guidance and strategies. You will work with colleagues from other teams in EPP and Operations, officials from Welsh Government and sector representatives.

Hafren Dyfrdwy has an opening for a Ranger

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:26:29 +0100

Location: Lake Vyrnwy (covering Llyn Clywedog and Dee Valley)
Contract: Permanent
You will work across our sites at Vyrnwy, Clywedog and Dee Valley. You will be responsible for maintaining the high standards of facilities; which will involve general site tasks including estate management and property maintenance, recording of all H&S checks & maintenance records, accident reporting and investigation, refuse collection and litter picking.

Living Landscapes Officer - Maternity Cover position with Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:26:08 +0100

21 hours per week
Are you looking for a new challenge? Would you like to combine your knowledge and experience of land management with your passion and commitment to engaging local communities? Do you share our vision of creating a Yorkshire rich in wildlife for everyone? YWT are seeking to appoint a Living Landscape Officer to join our North Region Team. This is a great opportunity for the right person to deliver YWT’s Living Landscapes work primarily in the East of North Yorkshire (Hambleton, Ryedale and Scarborough) based at our headquarters in York.

Kent Wildlife Trust is recruiting for a Farmer Cluster Officer (Rother and Romney Catchment)

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:39:14 +0100

Fixed-term for 14 months (until January 2021), full-time post based at Tyland Barn, Maidstone/Romney Marsh Visitor Centre
Kent Wildlife Trust is the leading wildlife charity for Kent and Medway, supported by its members and staffed by committed professionals. Nature is in trouble and it needs our help. Kent Wildlife Trust has a plan to aid nature’s recovery and we encourage people to join us to make a difference.
Kent Wildlife Trust has been awarded funding to deliver one of the Defra Environmental Land Management: Tests and Trials, namely: Delivering ELMS at a landscape scale through Farmer Clusters.

Visitor Experience Manager position with RSPB

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:43:46 +0100

Location: Newport
Hours: Full time / Contract: Permanent
Do you enjoy enthusing people about nature? Do you enjoy working in a varied role? Would you like to work on a stunning nature reserve full of fantastic wildlife? Then we have a very exciting opportunity for you to join our team here at Newport Wetlands.
You will lead on membership recruitment, education and visitor experience and work within the team at Newport to deliver a quality experience for visitors.
If you are looking for a role where you can develop and grow and really make a difference to saving nature, then this might be the role for you.

Sussex Wildlife Trust is also looking for an Assistant Grazing Officer

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:30:12 +0100

Location: Southerham, Lewes with Travel across Sussex required.
Contract Type: Permanent / Hours: 35 hours
You will support our Grazing Manager and Land Management Team to help ensure that our nature reserves are grazed to meet high nature conservation and animal welfare standards. The role will involve day to day management, handling, shepherding, transporting and checking of Sussex Wildlife Trust livestock (Cattle, Sheep and Ponies) across our nature reserve portfolio in East and West Sussex. The work will also involve a range of practical habitat management and estate management activities across a wide range of habitats and landscapes.

Reserves Manager: (Iping & Stedham Commons and Nominated Sites) Sussex Wildlife Trust

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:21:11 +0100

Location: Southerham, Lewes with Travel across Sussex required
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours Days. Monday - Friday - with occasional evening and weekend work
This is an exciting and rare opportunity to join a small and dedicated team managing some of the best nature reserves in Sussex. You will play a central role in managing special places such as Iping and Steadham Common near Midhurst, helping to ensure the sites are managed to high standards for both people and wildlife. The role will involve writing, updating implementing site management plans, delivering a wide range of practical conservation and habitat management projects involving contractors, volunteers and partners. You will work with local communities and project partners to ensure good communication throughout. This role will also help to coordinate and implement agri-environmental and other land management grant schemes.

Forestry England requires Shadow Rangers

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:07:42 +0100

Forestry England are providing a voluntary scheme known as Shadow Rangers. This voluntary scheme is targeted at individuals seeking to gain experience in the countryside sector.
A number of 6 month opportunities are available across Central England Forest District. Volunteering 1-3 days per week, each opportunity allows volunteers to develop on the job skills in their chosen work area. Opportunities available are within the following teams - National Forest, Manchester and Nottinghamshire Community Woodland teams, Salcey and Cannock with the recreation rangers and Sherwood with the Bushcraft team.

Water Environment Worker Apprenticeship opportunities with National Trust

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:40:22 +0100

Duration: 18 months (37.5 hours pw)
Apprenticeship level: Advanced
Locations: Norwich, Wilmslow, Keswick and Minehead
This role is for a Water Environment Work Apprenticeship. You will be working on Riverlands, the National Trust's largest programme of work delivering our ambitions for the Natural Environment. The water environment includes rivers, coasts (the sea), lakes, wetlands, canals and reservoirs. The employee’s primary role will involve habitat creation and restoration in water environments. This will involve the use of green engineering techniques and working with natural processes.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust has an opening for an Assistant Reserves Officer - Central Hampshire (Itchen Valley and South Downs)

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 15:46:01 +0100

Full-time 35 hours per week; permanent contract
As part of the Central Hampshire Team, this post is crucial to the successful delivery of the Trust’s reserves vision across the central Hampshire suite of nature reserves. The Central Hampshire area has a number of the trusts flagship reserves including sites are of national and international importance. Working as part of a small team this is a highly practical role delivering conservation management, across a range of sites and habitat types.

Senior Project Officer required by The Conservation Volunteers

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:41:58 +0100

Based in Norwich
Part time - 14 hours per week for an initial period of 26 months.
This project will engage volunteers in helping to improve and preserve the natural environment of three County Wildlife Sites in South Norfolk. The successful candidate will be responsible for organising and delivering high quality, practical environmental conservation projects for volunteers, maintaining partner relationships and safe working practices. You will also be required to recruit, train and manage volunteers and ensure they receive a valuable experience with TCV, whilst developing a core group that will sustain the project in the long term.

Englefield Estate is seeking a Community and Education Officer

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 09:54:14 +0100

Location: Englefield Estate, Berkshire
Contract type: 2 year fixed term (with possibility of extending) / part time (24 hours per week)
The Englefield Estate is a long established, family-owned business based in West Berkshire managing a diverse range of land and property interests in both rural and urban areas. We are seeking a Community and Education Officer to work with the wider Estate team to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including schools, Estate staff and community groups around the themes of environment, woodlands, farming, field sports and property management including our long term contribution to the local economy.

Ranger opportunity with National Trust

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 09:53:54 +0100

Permanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)
Exeter
Fashion-famous and full of colour, at 6,400 acres, Killerton is one of the National Trust’s largest special places and here we employ over 130 people. With your endless passion for our work, you’ll help with the protection and care of habitats, wildlife, property and machinery, and your passion will inspire other to love this beautiful place as much as you do. We want you to engage with visitors, making time to talk to them, not rushing away to the next task. As an easily identifiable member of the Ranger team, on your best day you will be creating lasting memories for everyone.

Ferne Animal Sanctuary is looking for an Estates Worker - Farm

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:33:32 +0100

Full time - 40 hours per week - 5 day rota including weekend/bank holiday working
Reporting to our Estates Manager you will be responsible for effective management and maintenance of the farm land at Ferne Animal Sanctuary including Montague Panton Farm and to support the Estates team with general management tasks as required.

2 new adverts for volunteer placements (14/10)

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 10:47:45 +0100

Work Experience Placements, Exploris Aquarium & Seal Sanctuary
Volunteer Conservation Traineeship, Durham Wildlife Trust