Conservation Habitat Manager

2 weeks ago


St Albans, United Kingdom Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust Full time
{"About the Role": "

As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in managing and developing our nature reserves for the benefit of both people and wildlife.

Our reserves include internationally recognized wetlands, woodlands, meadows, chalk grasslands, and heathlands across Hertfordshire and Middlesex.

You will be responsible for leading volunteers and working closely with our team to deliver practical habitat management tasks, including tree felling, coppicing, scrub clearance, hay cutting, and pond/ditch management.

Additionally, you will assist with the maintenance of site infrastructure, manage livestock, and perform surveying and monitoring of habitat/species, tree safety, and infrastructure.

Flexibility to work occasional irregular hours and willingness to travel throughout our work area are essential for this role.

", "Key Responsibilities": "
  • Lead volunteers in practical habitat management tasks
  • Work closely with the nature reserves team to deliver conservation projects
  • Assist with the maintenance of site infrastructure
  • Manage livestock and perform surveying and monitoring of habitat/species
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
", "What We Offer": "

We strive to be a positive employer, supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, training and development, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly, and committed to wildlife conservation, and we value professionalism, contributions by others, and continuous improvement.

", "About Us": "

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and help people connect with nature.

We care for wild places, enabling nature to thrive alongside our everyday lives, and provide opportunities for people to experience and protect wildlife.

", "How to Apply": "

Please refer to our website for full application details and benefits package information.

We look forward to hearing from you

", "Contact Us": "

For more information, please contact us at [insert contact information].

", "Disclaimer": "

Please note that this job description is subject to change and may not be comprehensive.

", "Equal Opportunities": "

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

", "Data Protection": "

We are committed to protecting your personal data and will only use it for the purposes of recruitment and selection.

", "Accessibility": "

We strive to make our application process accessible to all candidates.

", "Confidentiality": "

Please note that all applications will be treated in confidence.

", "Recruitment Pack": "

Please refer to our website for the full recruitment pack.

", "Closing Date": "

Please note that the closing date for applications is [insert date].

", "Interviews": "

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.

", "Selection Process": "

The selection process will include a combination of interviews and assessments.

", "Assessment Centre": "

Candidates who progress to the assessment centre will be required to complete a series of tasks and exercises.

", "References": "

We require two professional references from your current or previous employers.

", "DBS Check": "

A DBS check will be required for this role.

", "Driving License": "

A full driving license is required for this role.

", "Travel": "

You will be required to travel throughout our work area.

", "Working Hours": "

You will be required to work occasional irregular hours.

", "Holiday Entitlement": "

You will be entitled to [insert holiday entitlement].

", "Pension Scheme": "

We offer a [insert pension scheme] scheme.

", "Life Assurance": "

We offer [insert life assurance] cover.

", "Health Insurance": "

We offer [insert health insurance] cover.

", "Employee Assistance Programme": "

We offer an employee assistance programme.

", "Training and Development": "

We offer training and development opportunities.

", "Flexible Working": "

We offer flexible working arrangements.

", "Hybrid Working": "

We offer hybrid working arrangements.

", "Remote Working": "

We offer remote working arrangements.

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