Conservation Manager – Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve
7 days ago
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Conservation Manager to join our team at Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the reserve, including practical habitat management, species/habitat monitoring, and building and maintaining working relations with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver day-to-day site conservation management, including practical habitat management and species/habitat monitoring.
- Livestock husbandry of Natural England's own livestock.
- Build and maintain working relations with a range of stakeholders engaged in the day-to-day management of the reserves, including landowners, neighbours, partner organisations and community groups.
- Contribute to NNR management planning and maintain management records.
- Promote volunteering opportunities and build volunteer capacity to support NNR priorities.
- Monitor and manage visitor behaviour and patterns of use to support sustainable recreation.
- Implement Health & Safety standards fully for yourself and others, including visitors, volunteers and contractors.
- Procurement of goods and services, including managing contracts.
- Support the wider team ambitions for NNRs to be at the heart of the Nature Recovery Network in the surrounding landscape.
Requirements
- Qualification and/or relevant experience in countryside management, forestry, agriculture, landscape management or similar.
- Understanding of conservation principles and practice for lowland semi-natural habitats, particularly chalk grassland, scrub, wetland, and woodland.
- Understanding of livestock welfare codes and husbandry skills.
- Experience of using land management machinery and equipment relevant to the role.
- Ecological field skills, including the ability to identify key species on the Reserve; surveying and monitoring.
Working with Us
Natural England is a fantastic place to work, where difference is celebrated. We're committed to fairness and equality for all, so you feel valued for who you are and what you do. Our shared values help us work together to benefit the communities we serve. Our thriving employee-led diversity networks support our inclusive culture and contribute to our Diversity Action Plan.
What We Offer
- A competitive salary of £25,064.
- Learning and development tailored to your role.
- An environment with flexible working options.
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
- A with an average employer contribution of 27% to the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
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