Assistant Ranger

2 weeks ago

Blandford Forum DT AS, United Kingdom Dorset Council Full time £20,800 - £30,000 per year

Joining our team as an Assistant Countryside Ranger in either North Dorset or the Purbecks means you'll play a crucial role in protecting and enhancing Dorset's natural spaces. You'll work on our nature reserves and greenspaces, as well as manage 3,000 miles of public rights of way, including National Trails like the King Charles III England Coast Path. You'll be part of a team that helps cut over 2 million square meters of roadside verges, boosting biodiversity and supporting green initiatives. You'll gain hands-on experience and qualifications with a variety of tools and machinery such as ride on mowers, tractors, strimmer's and other power tools.

You'll benefit from:

  • Professional Growth Opportunities: Access to training and industry-standard certification.
  • Supportive Work Environment: A collaborative and innovative team culture.
  • Community Impact: Work on projects that directly benefit the local community and economy.
  • Being part of the team that manages Dorset's greenspaces

What you can expect to be doing:

As an Assistant Countryside Ranger, you'll help maintain and improve Dorset's green spaces. Your key tasks will include:

  • Managing public rights of way and trails
  • Habitat management on nature reserves
  • Cutting roadside verges

You'll also work on vegetation management, habitat restoration. Additionally, you'll support our green asset management plan, addressing climate and nature issues. This role makes a significant difference to people, communities, and the environment. Our Assistant Rangers play a vital role in making Dorset a wonderful place to live, work, and visit.

About you:

We are looking for individuals who:

  • Is a hard worker, who enjoys being out an all-weather delivering practical, physically demanding work.
  • Has a can-do attitude, with a strong team, and problem-solving ethos.
  • Care about the environment and have a commitment to conservation
  • Have relevant qualifications in countryside management, environmental science, or a related field
  • Bring practical experience in habitat management, vegetation control, and public engagement
  • Are physically fit, as the role involves outdoor work in various weather conditions
  • Hold a valid full driving license
  • If you are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Graham Stanley Senior Ranger North and Purbeck:

Closing date Sunday 14th Dec 25

Interview date Thursday 8th Jan 26

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