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ADAS UK Ltd have an exciting career opportunity for an Environmental Clerk

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:30:07 +0100

2 year fixed term contract based in the Luton Dunstable area. As one of the largest providers of consultancy and research on environmental matters throughout the UK, our strength lies in our ability to provide clients with science based solutions through an unparalleled breadth of objective, topical, information, advice and implementation services.
The role involves providing environmental clerk of works duties to ensure that environmental quality standards are adhered to during the construction period and beyond. You will be responsible for maintaining a full record of the progress of the Environmental Works. As a result you will be full time on site maintaining regular contact with the Contractor’s Landscape Architect, Ecologist and Archaeologist during the course of the works.

University of Aberdeen have an opening for a Technician - Population Ecology Technician

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:29:21 +0100

We are seeking a Technician to support all aspects of research undertaken by population ecologists. The post will involve organising and assisting with ecological field work, including the live-trapping of small mammals and birds; the use and maintenance of geographical information systems, organisation of data set including on presence absence, telemetry and habitat mapping; and responsibility for the care and maintenance of field equipment. The post will be based in the Zoology Building at Kings College, with a significant amount of time spent outdoors at various remote field sites including the Cairngorms and Assynt in Scotland and Kielder Forest in the north of England.

Sparsholt College Hampshire require a Sessional Lecturer – Fishery Studies

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:26:04 +0100

We require sessional lecturers with a range of technical specialisms, including Sports Fishery Management, Fish Biology, Fish Health and Welfare, Aquatics and IT. Successful candidates will deliver on both theory and practical sessions to a range of FE/HE students

Worcestershire Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Water and Wetlands Officer

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:36:07 +0100

(Maternity Cover) 35 hrs p/w. The post is initially for 6 months with a possible extension for a further 6 months.
You will have an excellent knowledge of hydrology and wetland ecosystems, with the ability to see opportunities to create, develop and manage wetland sites. We need a project manager able to work closely with partners to turn ideas into reality. Your work will focus on our Living Landscape areas, working with local landowners. We are looking for a people person with the vision to identify potential projects and make them happen.

An Estate Warden is required for Northmoor Trust

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:29:06 +0100

Do you want to make a practical difference to the environment? The Northmoor Trust is a conservation charity finding working solutions to the challenges faced by farming, conservation and forestry. We are looking for an energetic and technically-minded person to help deliver a wide range of practical jobs across our estate in South Oxfordshire. Working on our internationally-designated nature reserve, supporting our farm tenants or helping to manage our research woodland, you will need to work in a professional, well organised manner, and will be a practically adept problem solver able to turn your hand to a wide range of tasks.

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) need a Species Monitoring Assistant (job-share)

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 14:12:30 +0100

HQ, Slimbridge
15 Hours per week
Provide administrative and data management support. You will assist with the coordination of WWT’s volunteer networks, process data from censuses and re-sightings of marked birds. You will also be required to assist with the production of newsletters and communicate in other ways with the volunteer networks in order to maintain their enthusiasm.

Countryside Council for Wales are looking for a Species Officer

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:19:13 +0100

This is a fixed term pensionable full-time appointment of 37 hours a week to 31 March 2011
Location: Abergavenny or Cardiff
Help to temporarily deliver our responsibilities for protected species of fauna and flora within South and East Wales.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:16:08 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Conservation Assistant, Avon Wildlife Trust
Education & Events Volunteer, Natural England
Trainee Volunteer Officer (up to 2 posts), Groundwork Southwest
Volunteer Forest Ranger, Forestry Commission
Grizedale Forest Education & Events Volunteer, Forestry Commission
Arts Development Volunteer, Forestry Commission
Volunteers, Gwent Wildlife Trust
Conservation Volunteers, Blackpool Zoo
Grizedale Forest Internship, Forestry Commission
A Date With Nature Project Co-ordinator, The RSPB

Severn Trent Water have a vacancy for a Ranger

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 15:58:26 +0100

You will help ensure our important public access site continues to deliver high-quality conservation, recreation and education to the wider community. Focusing on key issues like site safety, visitor care, maintenance and biodiversity, you will act as the public face of Severn Trent Water on the site – overseeing the wide range of activities underway at any one time, and ensuring all operations are running as smoothly as possible.

The Peak District NPA have an opening fo an Ecologist

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 12:08:18 +0100

An experienced Ecologist is required for 3 days per week, or equivalent, to provide maternity cover within the National Park Authority’s Natural Environment Team. The postholder will provide nature conservation advice on all aspects of the Authority’s work, particularly planning issues but also agri-environment schemes, management of Authority-owned land and Biodiversity Action Plan work.

National Trust have vacancies for 3 Rangers

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:59:03 +0100

Working as part of the North Cornwall Property Team, you’ll be required to carry out a wide variety of countryside management tasks, including organising and running events to engage supporters, providing information and access, landscaping and nature conservation. You’ll also help organise National Trust Working Holidays, employee volunteering opportunities and the voluntary ranger service as a means of completing specific projects. With a keen eye for detail, you’ll help maintain the high standards of presentation at access points, car parks, rights of way (including the South West Coast path), beeches and open land. One Ranger will be based at Stowe Barton (about four miles north of Bude) covering the area from Boscastle to Morwenstow, and two Rangers will be based at Pentireglaze (near Polzeath) to cover the area from Tintagel to Holywell. These roles will involve Bank Holiday working, regular evening work and up to 25 weekends per annum.

National Trust require an Agricultural Environmental Officer

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:53:42 +0100

Part time, 22.5 hours per week. Help us to set up, co-ordinate and deliver our agricultural stewardship schemes across the Peak District – a vast area of outstanding walking country. As part of this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for the conversion of existing Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA)/Countryside Stewardship Scheme (CSS) agreements to Higher Level Scheme agreements and take the lead in writing Farm Environment Plans in relation to Higher Level Stewardship (HLS) applications. You’ll also be responsible for the submission of these grant schemes.Putting your excellent communication skills to good use, you’ll listen to the comments and views of other property staff, regional advisors, tenants, Natural England and other partners, to make sure that the aspiration and potential of each farm is realised wherever possible. You’ll also support tenant farmers in the transition period between schemes and advise on other agricultural schemes which will support their farm business.

Severn Trent Water have a vacancy for a Head Ranger

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:49:05 +0100

Heading up our team of Ranger staff, you will ensure our public-access sites provide high-quality activities for conservation, access, recreation and education. It’s a busy role that involves close liaison with a range of interested parties – including colleagues, contractors, tenants, partner organisations and members of the public. Throughout your work, you will ensure we achieve high levels of efficiency, biodiversity, health & safety and customer service.

The National Trust require a Warden to be based at White Horse Hill, Lamborn, Berkshire

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:37:22 +0100

As part of the Oxfordshire countryside team, you’ll help achieve our main aims of conservation and public access. This will include the routine maintenance of fences, gates, the car park areas, scrub clearance and the control of thistles as needed. You’ll also ensure the security of all vehicles, machinery, equipment and tools, and carry out habitat management as required. Keeping an up-to-date knowledge of White Horse Hill, you’ll be familiar with the geology and wildlife of the estate, and will be able to share this with others. Engaging with visitors on a regular basis, you’ll enhance the visitor experience by leading guided walks and informing them of the history of this special place.

Bicton College have an opening for a Lecturer In Arboriculture

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:24:15 +0100

Flexible hours available from 14.8 to 37 hours per week. We are currently seeking a hardworking team player to deliver and develop Arboriculture courses in the Academy of Horticulture, Arboriculture & Floristry, delivering across the full range of Arboriculture skills and all programme levels.

The National Trust have a vacancy for a Garden Community Warden

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 12:17:19 +0100

Joining us as part of the dedicated garden team, you’ll be responsible for leading volunteer and community groups to ensure the continuation of practical conservation and access projects, as well as the day-to-day delivery of the gardens management plan. You’ll also maintain close relationships with the local community to help us identity opportunities to develop this special place, and be responsible for continuing the strong links with our neighbouring property, Wicken Fen, to ensure that resources are shared and projects supported when needed.

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation is seeking to recruit a Rural Sports Tourism Team (four posts)

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 13:41:39 +0100

BASC, in conjunction with the South West Regional Development Agency and the Westcountry Rivers Trust, is launching a three-year rural sports and tourism project to develop the region as a sporting destination and encourage regional businesses.
Senior rural sports tourism manager to provide leadership and motivation for the rural sports tourism officers.
Rural sports tourism development and marketing officer to develop networks and partnerships among sporting and tourism interests.
Two rural sports tourism development officers (one based in Cornwall). Reporting to the senior rural sports tourism manager.
All based at the BASC Southwest Regional Centre near Taunton [except the post based in Cornwall].

ADAS are recruiting a Senior Ecologist (South East England & East Anglia)

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 11:59:47 +0100

ADAS is offering an exciting opportunity for a senior ecological consultant with good experience of EIA procedures and legislation to expand their skills and experience by helping to develop our ecology offer across the east and south east of England. Develop our ecology business both internally and externally. At all levels our ecologists are committed to providing specialist ecological advice, in particular protected species survey and assessment for planning applications and environmental impact assessments.

National Trust needs a Gardener

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 14:36:41 +0100

Location: Cliveden, Taplow, Buckinghamshire
This incredibly rewarding role will include some of the duties you might expect - planting, maintenance of trees and shrubs, hedge clipping, pruning and mowing, and some you may be new to - answering visitor questions, leading guided tours and looking after volunteer groups, trainee Gardeners and students. You’ll also carry out winter projects of renovation and replanting throughout the gardens. All in all you’ll have fulfilling and varied days, which will see you making lots of people smile.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:51:15 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Herefordshire NNRS, Practical Conservation Volunteers, Natural England
Conservation Trainee, Community Team (Bucks), Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust
Voluntary Trainee Countryside Ranger x 2, Teignbridge District Council
Volunteers, The Wildlife for all Trust
Conservation Volunteers, Blackpool Zoo
Voluntary Trainee Community Ranger, Teignbridge District Council

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust are recruiting a Wildlife in the City Project Officer and a P/T Wildlife in the City Young Persons Worker.

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:06:51 +0100

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is a dynamic conservation charity, with over 11,000 members, working to secure a better future for wildlife and people. Managing 70 nature reserves, working with local communities and campaigning for the natural world the Wildlife Trust is the County’s leading wildlife organisation. We are now looking for creative and enthusiastic people to deliver an exciting new project for the City of Nottingham. The successful applicants will work with individuals, groups and partners to engage people in their local natural greenspaces. You should have experience of working with community groups and volunteers and a background in practical conservation.

Hampshire County Council have a vacancy for a Senior Ecologist

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:14:46 +0100

Temporary Contract for 1 year with possible extension subject to funding. A motivated and organised person is required to assist the County Council and other local authorities in Hampshire in their development planning work to ensure that decisions on development within the County are sensitive to the conservation of this biodiversity. You will undertake assessments of planning applications, provide advice during the preparation of development plans and advice on local authority development.

The Woodlands Farm Trust have an opening for an Education Officer

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:06:31 +0100

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for an Education Officer at Woodlands Farm, a conservation project set within 89 acres of sustainably farmed land in South East London. An energetic and able communicator and organiser is required to initiate and manage projects involving schools, volunteers and community groups in Farm activities.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust requires a part time Eco Minds Project Officer

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 15:54:33 +0100

18 hours per week
Based Retford, Notts.
To help deliver our new Eco Minds green classroom project at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve. The postholder will work closely with Mental Health groups and individuals, running practical tasks, training and events to engage people in growing, gardening and wildlife issues.

The National Trust have an opening for a Ranger to be based in Mid Cornwall

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:49:13 +0100

Helping us to look after our beautiful Cornish coast your role will involve supporting the Senior Ranger and Visitor Services Manager to deliver a wide variety of countryside management work, including organising and running events, providing information and access, landscape and nature conservation tasks. With an emphasis on working with volunteers and local communities, you’ll help us to build support for the work of the National Trust and deliver high standards of conservation and property presentation as well as a series of innovative and exciting events and activities.

The Macaulay Institute have a vacancy for a Local Biodiversity Action Plan Co-ordinator

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:48:54 +0100

Co-ordinate the implementation and further development of the North East Scotland Local Biodiversity Action Plan, through the work of the Local Biodiversity Partnership.
The role will involve promoting the value of biodiversity to the local community, co-ordinating and monitoring the development and implementation of habitat and species action plans in support of the UK Biodiversity Action Plan objectives. Also, you will support Partners in delivering actions for priority habitats and species, with regard to the Nature Conservation Act 2004. The work will involve the direct management of project contracts and related finances and some effort to fundraise.

The National Trust require 2 Rangers to be based at Hadrian’s Wall & Housesteads Fort

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:48:19 +0100

Make sure everything runs smoothly at these special places, achieving the perfect balance between access, conservation, presentation and interpretation. This will mean helping to plan and deliver the day-to-day management of the properties, always bringing it back to our overriding vision of enjoyable visitor experiences. As you monitor and control costs, and consider new ways to minimise our impact on the environment, you’ll be working at the heart of our ambitious aim that by 2020, everyone will feel part of the National Trust. Supervising a grade ten ranger as well as a team of dedicated volunteers, while working closely with external organisations, will be a vital part of your role

Dorset Wildlife Trust, on behalf of a project partnership involving Weymouth and Portland Borough Council, Dorset County Council and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds is seeking to employ a dynamic team to deliver an exciting new project in Weymouth and Portland.

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:46:38 +0100

Wild About Weymouth and Portland is supported by the Big Lottery through the Natural England Access to Nature programme with additional support from the Portland Gas Trust and Dorset AONB. The project aims to engage and inspire people of all backgrounds and abilities in learning about, enjoying and helping to conserve their local wildlife and natural heritage.
Vacancies required: Project Manager, Project Officer & 2 part time Project Officers.

Countryside Management Apprentice and three Countryside Management Assistants with West Sussex County Council

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:00:19 +0100

Countryside Management Apprentice, based with Low Weald Countryside Team, West Grinstead. 12 Months
Assisting with day to day management of key WSCC sites including the Downslink events, practical volunteer tasks and community projects, visitor surveys/visitor counter data, access improvements and biological surveys.
Countryside Management Assistants, Buchan Country Park, Crawley (2 posts) and Low Weald Countryside Team, West Grinstead (1 post). 6 Months
Assisting with day to day management of sites, practical management, litter picking, routine patrols and dealing with visitors, events including open days, school/family events, practical volunteer tasks/community projects, and access improvements.
25 hrs per week over 3 day

National Trust requires a Head Ranger

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:38:07 +0100

Location: Stackpole Estate, Stackpole, Near Pembroke
Leading a dedicated team of wardens and volunteers, you’ll make sure everything runs smoothly at this special place. You’ll help us achieve the perfect balance between access, conservation, presentation and interpretation, always bringing it back to our overriding vision of enjoyable visitor experiences.

Bicton College in rural Devon require an enthusiastic and hardworking (0.5) Instructor and (0.5) Instructor / Technician

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:08:37 +0100

To work within the Countryside Management (CM) team delivering courses in BTEC/NPTC CM. Instruct/assist with land based skills across a range of student abilities.

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust need a Reserves Officer

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 12:16:30 +0100

Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve, Nr Rufford, W Lancs
We are looking to recruit a Reserves Officer to co-ordinate the biological, geological and landscape management of Mere Sands Wood (MSW) Nature Reserve and work on other South Lancashire reserves as part of the Trust’s reserves team.

Project Officer, Common Sense Project with the Gower Commoners Association

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:18:23 +0100

Location: Gower
This is a 3 year post subject to funding.
The ‘Common Sense’ Project started in 2009, producing and selling bracken compost, harvested from Gower’s commons. Bracken management is a core element of managing these wild areas and by using it to make compost we are encouraging sustainable common land management. Manage the day to day production of bracken compost and work with others to sell, promote and develop products from common land.

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation is looking to recruit a GIS & Data Officer

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 11:17:44 +0100

Location: Boscombe, Bournemouth
To start as soon as possible. This post is until 31st March 2011 initially, with extensions possible subject to available funding.
The successful candidate will assist our Research and Monitoring Officer and will be responsible for GIS mapping products, input of species data from ARC’s species monitoring programmes, entering data onto the Site Management Database and maintaining records on volunteer surveys and licensing.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:46:26 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
National Trust Volunteer Ranger (East Devon Coast), National Trust
Volunteer Unpaid Trainee Warden (Up to 2 posts), Kent Wildlife Trust
2 x Long Term Volunteer Ranger (HLS Team), The National Trust
Long Term Volunteer Ranger, The National Trust
Trainee Countryside & Rights of Way Ranger, East Sussex County Council
Birdlife Malta Raptor Camp Volunteers, Birdlife Malta

Kent Wildlife Trust have an opportunity for a Volunteer Unpaid Trainee Warden Ashford Area [Up To Two Posts]

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 09:45:40 +0100

Fixed Term Appointments 11 months 2010 – 2011. You will be expected to work three days a week assisting the Ashford Area Warden with the daily management of a range of conservation sites, primarily Hothfield Heathlands, but also Ashford Warren, and the Orlestone Forest Complex. The work will involve practical management work on heathland, woodland and river side habitats, species monitoring and protection, livestock husbandry and general nature reserve management.

Heritage Project Officer with the Steel Valley Project

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 13:59:13 +0100

We are seeking a Heritage Project Officer to involve organisations, community groups and individuals and to work with them to develop the interpretive and educational elements of the programme. There will also be opportunities to promote access to the countryside through the projects’ delivery. This is the final year of a five-year project.

Vacancies for Assistant Ecologists at Ecology Solutions

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 11:13:06 +0100

Based in the Cotswolds.
We are seeking to add a number of assistant ecologists to our dynamic team. The role will require the applicants to assist senior staff in the day to day running of our projects both in the field and in the office.

Newcastle City Council is looking for a number of staff to help deliver the Ouseburn Parks Project. Four posts.

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 11:12:20 +0100

Education and Interpretation Officer, Jesmond Dene Visitor Centre
Fixed term contract to August 2013
Deliver an exciting and innovative education programme to all ages.
Senior Administration Assistant, Jesmond Dene Visitor Centre
Fixed Term contract to August 2015
Provide first point of contact for visitors to the parks, take bookings for school groups, oversee the operation of the Visitor centre, also provide administrative and financial support.
Park Keepers (2 posts), Ouseburn Parks
Fixed term contract to August 2013
You will be responsible for maintenance within the parks and will work with a team of park keepers. Typical duties will include pruning, turf management, litter picking, herbicide treatment and a range of horticulture and arboriculture tasks.

NVA are seeking to employ a Project Coordinator for the SAGE (Sow and Grow Everywhere) Project,

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 11:12:02 +0100

To implement an urban food growing strategy for the Glasgow & Clyde Valley Region. The key elements of the role will be to liaise with the urban growing community and project partners, and to set-up & coordinate new growing sites. This is a temporary post commencing 1st October 2010 for 12 months; however there is scope for the role to extend beyond this period.

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust are seeking a Biodiversity Project Manager

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 15:58:42 +0100

To lead the Habitat survey and Wildlife Sites team. This post works for the Habitat Biodiversity Audit partnership including all local authorities in Warwickshire, Coventry and Solihull, Warwickshire Wildlife Trust and key agencies, and is employed by the Trust.
Based in central Warwick. 35 hour week post

Shropshire Council is seeking a Community Biodiversity Project Officer

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 12:02:47 +0100

Shirehall, Shrewsbury37 hours, Fixed-term for 1 year will be supporting the Biodiversity Officer and County Ecologist in facilitating the development, implementation and monitoring of the Shropshire Biodiversity Action Plan.

Education Team Member at Epping Forest Field Centre

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 12:02:13 +0100

Develop, plan and deliver ‘out-of-classroom learning’ activities to a wide ranging audience; engaging and enthusing students and assisting FSC achieve their goal of ‘Inspiring Environmental Understanding through first-hand experience’.

A Centre Assistant is required at Epping Forest Field Centre

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 12:01:52 +0100

To support the work of this very busy environmental education centre; wide ranging duties and will be expected to work flexibly. Tasks will include keeping the grounds and buildings in a well presented manner, administration and supporting activity leaders/ tutors with formal and informal education groups.
Temporary basis until 31 December 2010.

Senior Warden and Warden required at WWT Caerlaverock

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 16:00:14 +0100

Senior Warden, To assist with the development and running of the reserve, taking full responsibility for day to day operations, and to deputise for the Reserve Manger when required. You will assist with the supervision and training of volunteers and ensure that all reserve and website information is monitored, accurate and up to date.
Warden, To assist with the development and day-to-day running of the reserve under the guidance of the Reserve Manager/Senior Warden. You will also assist with the maintenance and up-keep of the reserve hides, buildings and centre and undertake scientific research, surveys and monitoring programmes.

Experienced bat surveyors are required by ecosulis

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 15:59:58 +0100

To lead bat activity, evening emergence and dawn re-entry surveys throughout July, August and September 2010.
Position(s) will be based in Bath but will require travel throughout the UK.

CJS Monthly, July Edition

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 15:48:36 +0100

July edition of CJS Monthly.
Now online in full, four pages this month plus three additional pages of Events Diary.

Page 1
Ecologist & Assistant Ecologist, aspect ecology
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Page 2
Woodland & Green Network Officer, Lothians & Fife Green network Partnership
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Trainee / Assistant Warden, National Trust (Pennine Prospects)
Ranger (Modern Apprentice), Oldham Council (Pennine Prospects)
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Dunlossit Estate Manager, Dunlossit Trustees Ltd
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Page 3
Voluntary posts new this month with CJS
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Adverts currently posted on the CJS website
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Page 4
Events Diary for July
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CJS Monthly, July edition, complete edition as PDF (524kb)
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Get CJS Monthly as an e-book!  Read it here.
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Events Diary for July/August. (59kb)
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Suffolk Coastal District Council are looking for 2 enthusiastic Countryside Rangers

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 12:15:05 +0100

Join the Council’s Countryside and Open Space team to undertake the day to day management of natural green space owned or managed by the Council and support the delivery of community-based environmental, health and youth initiatives. 12 month fixed-term contract

Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant (Lichens and Bryophytes) at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE).

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 10:53:11 +0100

The post will run for 30 months beginning September 2010.
We seek a scientist to undertake the field-sampling of lichens and bryophytes, providing data to support the development of a web-tool for the identification and conservation assessment of British epiphyte communities.

Worcester City Council are looking to recruit a Green Network Ranger

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 10:52:45 +0100

A fixed term position until August 2011
Worcester City Council Parks Section
As Ranger you will organize and supervise two Assistant Rangers whilst carrying out practical management on reserves across the City. Our portfolio of sites includes ancient semi natural woodland, unimproved grassland, wetland, scrubland and public amenity open space. You will involve the community with the management of City reserves, running a high profile schedule of events and activities. The post holder will be required to work with local schools.

Thomson Ecology has opportunities for Ecologists

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 14:13:57 +0100

Guildford, Surrey & Leeds, West Yorkshire
We are a secure business having no debts and have continued our clear strategy of growth and investment throughout the recession. We have a secure client base in both the public and private sector, focusing on winning high profile large scale projects involving project management of all ecology issues and all specialisms within ecology.

Kent High Weald Countryside Partnership - Education Officer with Kent County Council

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 14:13:28 +0100

Fixed term for 2 years, with possible extension due to funding
Bedgebury Pinetum, Goudhurst
Duties will include initiating and developing environmental education work and practical environmental projects with local schools, youth groups and with other community groups. Leading on some ground breaking education for sustainable development (ESD) projects such as carbon footprints and landscape interpretation.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 5 Jul 2010 09:57:48 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Full Time Volunteer Ranger, National Trust
Conservation Volunteers, Blackpool Zoo
Peak District Visitor Experience Internship, National Trust
V Challenge, Volunteer Project Assistant, Groundwork Oldham & Rochdale
Volunteer Assistant Gardener, National Trust

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, on behalf of the SMLLPS Board, seeks an experienced development officer/project manager.

Fri, 2 Jul 2010 09:30:50 +0100

Inspiring and listening to local communities will be pivotal to the role, as will working with a variety of partners and consultants, all with the aim of securing a £1.9m HLF grant for SMLLPS to spend in later years. Creating a Landscape Conservation Action Plan will be the key output of this development phase.

Suffolk Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Conservation Planner

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 09:38:55 +0100

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated person with excellent communication skills to influence the land use planning system in Suffolk and ensure positive outcomes for wildlife.

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Forever Meadows Project Officer

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:58:41 +0100

37.5 Hours Per Week, 2 yr Contract. Survey and co-ordinate the restoration and management of key lowland meadow sites in the boroughs of St.Helens, Knowsley, West Lancashire and Chorley. Working with landowners and managers to develop sustainable management systems. We are looking for a dynamic, ‘can do’ attitude and experience of grassland field survey and project management. .

Social Enterprise Development Officer for Community Woodlands Association

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:53:37 +0100

Highland, Home Working.
Fixed term to June 2012.
To support community woodland groups in the Highland LEADER area in the development of Employability Service Businesses. The role will include carrying out feasibility studies, drawing up business plans, developing training programmes to build capacity within groups, and coordinating work between groups.

Sheffield City Council need to recruit an Allotment Officer

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:53:20 +0100

To support the management, maintenance and administration of Sheffield's allotments. The successful candidate will carry out site inspections and support the delivery of improvement and development work across the city.

Essex Wildlife Trust is looking for a Forest School Officer

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 13:53:37 +0100

Part time (3 days per week) temporary until 31st December 2010
We are looking for someone to promote and deliver inspiring Forest School sessions. This post involves planning and delivering Forest School across the county in a range of settings.

A Fundraising Manager is required by Norfolk Wildlife Trust.

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:58:49 +0100

Building on our successful track record, develop grant applications and funding bids from a wide range of sources including grant giving trusts, corporate supporters, statutory bodies, donors, members and legators. You will also develop membership promotions and other fundraising initiatives to generate income for the Trust’s operations and projects.

Norfolk Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Volunteer Coordinator

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:57:54 +0100

2 year fixed contract.
Responsibilities will include implementing our volunteer policy, developing the involvement of volunteers across all work areas and ensuring our volunteer administration systems are effective, efficient and continue to develop to support changing needs.

Countryside Operations Manager for the National Trust

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:25:50 +0100

Based in the Kent Countryside
Looking after our beautiful Kent landscapes will include overseeing all countryside operational work, while putting in place plans for the future. A large part of your role will be to lead your team in meeting our strategic and business objectives - generating revenue, conserving the land and making sure every visitor that comes into contact with us has an enjoyable and enriching experience. Working alongside the Kent Countryside Visitor Experience Manager, you’ll create exciting programmes, which will reach out to local communities, engaging their support and involvement through both visits and volunteering. You’ll also look ahead to identify ways in which we can maximise income to help us continue our vital work.

Assistant Rural Estate Manager with Landmarc Support Services Limited

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:25:13 +0100

Location - Wathgill Camp, Downholme, Richmond
In this role you would direct and manage the Rural Estate workforce and contractors across the estate ensuring compliance with company Health & Safety policies, manage the day to day planned and reactive estate maintenance, assist in the production, pricing and updating of the Rural Annual Management Programme (RAMP), prepare, specify and price works and any tasked orders, prepare risk assessments and adhere to company health and safety policies and procedures, carry out routine inspections and produce condition reports on the Rural Estate including infrastructure, forestry and conservation to deliver the Rural Inspection Methodology Document (IMD).

The National Trust are looking for a Ranger

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:04:04 +0100

Location: Ashridge Estate, Ringshall, Hertfordshire
As part of a team of skilled rangers you’ll be involved in countryside management and visitor engagement over the whole Estate. Bringing your enthusiasm and proven communication skills to the role, you’ll seek opportunities to talk to visitors, to provide information and promote respect for the countryside. You’ll also supervise working holidays and other volunteer groups. This is a year-round outdoor role and practical tasks include scrub clearance, tree felling, path maintenance, grass-cutting, waymarking, the installation of gates, fences and signage.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:28:59 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
5 x NT Student Membership Ambassadors, National Trust
Practical Conservation Volunteer Officer (VO), BTCV Cornwall
Conservation Trainee, Community Team (Berkshire), Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust
Potteric Carr Education Assistant, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust seeks to appoint a Wild Went Water Voles Project Officer (Part Time)

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:45:28 +0100

This is a fixed term contract for 2 years
The Project Officer will promote and enhance the natural heritage of the upper River Went catchment and Wakefield District, by seeking community engagement opportunities, carrying out physical improvement of water vole habitat and focussed land management advice to landowners with water voles on or near their landholdings.

Ranscombe Project Manager with Plantlife

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:37:55 +0100

Location: Medway, Kent
The post will be expected to start by September. 3 year contract
Lead work at our flagship nature reserve, Ranscombe Farm in Kent. The Project Manager will have overall responsibility for the delivery of an exciting three-year conservation and community engagement project at the reserve.

Groundwork South West are looking for a Clay Country Greenspace Development Worker

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:37:30 +0100

Initial 3 year contract
Location: Based in St Austell but working throughout the Clay Country
The person appointed to this position will work closely with community groups and partner organisations to develop and deliver a range of physical and community regeneration projects throughout the 11 Clay Country Parishes.

Applicants are sought for three posts which make up the Boro Becks team

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:23:21 +0100

Becks Ranger, Community Outreach Officer and a part time Project Coordinator (18 hrs p.w.)
3year project which will inspire and motivate communities in Middlesbrough to improve and enjoy the Beck Valleys. The team will work with local communities and undertake activities and make improvements by encouraging volunteering, supporting Friends groups and organising community events. The project is being delivered by a partnership; the team will be employed by the Wildlife Trust and based with the Council at Stewart Park in Middlesbrough.

UPDATE: National Trust has a vacancy for a Project Officer

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:22:37 +0100

Location: Peak District Estate, Dark Peak Area Office, Hope Valley, Sheffield
Contract: Part time 22.5 hours per week (maternity cover for up to one year)
Work closely with our Project and Grants Manager and our Conservation Estate Manager to make sure we run our business as smoothly as possible - which means a very varied role for you. You’ll help us to plan, co-ordinate and implement project work at this special place which we help look after. In particular you’ll manage projects arising from agri-environment schemes, Woodland Grant Schemes, planning applications, strategic access and interpretation work.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust seeks to appoint a Community and Wildlife Officer for Hull.

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:22:18 +0100

The post holder will be required to work with the project team and local community and will be responsible for encouraging groups and schools to become involved in the enhancement and maintenance of the project sites whilst supporting a team of trainees and volunteers who will also be involved in the project.

WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire are recruiting a General Manager

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:02:29 +0100

We are now looking for a highly motivated and focussed individual to continue the centre’s growth and to ensure its effective operation. The role involves a wide range of responsibilities including the overall day to day management of the centre, financial outcomes, developing visitation and commercial opportunities as well as the promotion of the centre and our vital conservation work.

An Environmental Education Manager is required for Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust.

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 14:10:51 +0100

Manage and lead environmental education activities at the Centre, drive the Trust’s education programme in Buckinghamshire and represent the Trust at various levels.

Silvanus Services, a division of Glendale, have an opening for a Countryside Team Member.

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:08:35 +0100

Due to securing a 2 year maintenance contract from our Newbury depot we are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced individual with a passion for working outdoors and delivering a high quality service to join our small team. Duties will include spraying, brushcutting, fencing, tree planting, general woodland works and landscaping.

Fowlescombe Farm have a vacancy for a Countryside Ranger

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:36:28 +0100

With a strong interest in organic farming and environmental management to join the team on our 191 hectare estate in South Devon. The farm is organic and in Higher Level Stewardship. The estate includes species-rich permanent grassland, arable land, clover leys, woods, streams and ponds, old ruins and modern farm buildings, and miles of Devon hedges. Livestock comprises a large herd of pedigree cattle, and rare breed sheep and goats. Wildlife includes bats, hares, buzzards, song birds, owls, dormice, occasional deer.

The British Trust for Ornithology is seeking applications for a Research Ecologist - Demography

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 12:55:18 +0100

2-year contract initially. Thetford, Norfolk
Work on analytical projects, largely involving ringing or nest record data, some of which are likely to be designed to improve annual reporting. An important part of the job will be preparing and writing the annual ringing report, assisting with Ringers' Bulletin and assisting the Head of Demography with a variety of tasks concerned with the operation and development of these demographic monitoring schemes.

Surrey Wildlife Trust require a Ranger - Deer Grazing Project

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 16:30:06 +0100

Pirbright Ranges & surrounding heaths
Carry forward the unique red deer grazing project within the stunningly beautiful 840ha of untouched heathland and woodland that make up Pirbright Ranges. They will also manage the ecological monitoring of cattle grazing at the key SWT research site of Folly Bog and care for Bisley & West End Commons.

Professional Short Courses

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 12:12:13 +0100

Small Woods are keen to ensure that skills and training in greenwood crafts and woodland management are taught to a high and consistent standard and have developed a suite of short courses accredited by the Open College. All courses are taught by tutors who have many years of experience and are practitioners in the areas they teach.
Details.
Starting 4/8/10 OCN Level 3 Introduction to Social Forestry The course explores the physical, emotional and physiological benefits woodlands have on people and is designed for people wishing to run social forestry projects and woodland activities involving different user groups. Details.
27 - 29/9/10 OCN Level 3 Sustainable Woodland
An intensive short course covering the practical and theory for sustainable woodland management promoting the need for balance between Biodiversity, social and economic benefits of woodlands.
Details
23 - 24/10/10 OCN Level 3 Woodland Ride Management
2 day course detailing the different types of ride construction and management.
Details.
See the main adverts on CJS Training pages online.

ARCH - Project and Communications Co-Ordinator for Kent County Council

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:47:55 +0100

Fixed term contract ending December 2012
Invicta House, Maidstone
The main aim of ARCH is to improve the way in which key species and habitats are maintained, restored and expanded in Kent and Nord Pas de Calais, by means of sharing information and developing methods that assess their condition. You will facilitate and monitor the implementation of ARCH across the project area. You will be responsible for ensuring that the proposed aim, objectives and activities are delivered on time and within budget. You will also be responsible for promoting the project in the UK and Europe and carry out all the necessary bid administration duties.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 10:37:24 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
2 Volunteer Trainee Nature Reserve Wardens, Kent Wildlife Trust
Volunteer Trainee Nature Reserve Warden, Kent Wildlife Trust
Volunteer Trainee Nature Reserve Warden, Kent Wildlife Trust
Full Time Volunteer Gardener, National Trust
Youth Group Volunteer Officer (VO), BTCV Devon
Planning & Policy Assistant, Avon Wildlife Trust
Trainee Reserves Officer (Volunteer Post), Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust
Volunteer Opportunities, Worcestershire Outdoor Education & Environment Service
Volunteer Warden / Gardener, National Trust

Kent Wildlife Trust has Training Opportunities for Volunteer Trainee Nature Reserve Wardens

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:01:56 +0100

Part-time: 3 days per week, up to 5 or 11 month.
Unsalaried but offer a training budget and travel expenses
Based at various sites in Mid & West Kent including: 2 x11 month roles based at Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve ; 1 x 11 month role and 1 x 5month role both based at Tyland Barn, Maidstone.
You will assist the West Kent Reserves team with general reserves management including working with/leading volunteers, assisting with surveys and monitoring, working with stock graziers and Trust livestock. You will also be involved with publicity and promotion of the Trust. Some weekend work will be required.

Groundwork South West needs the following staff: Supervisor (s)

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:01:29 +0100

We operate across the region of Dorset, Somerset, Gloucester and Bristol
Six month fixed term contract
Due to the development of our Employment and Training programmes we are accepting speculative CV’s for candidates interested in joining our employment and training team. Candidates will lead teams to deliver practical conservation work

On behalf of the Clyde and Avon Valley Landscape Partnership, South Lanarkshire Council, Enterprise Resources is now recruiting 3 posts to form a Landscape Partnership team

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:00:57 +0100

Location:  Lanark
Fixed contract for 12 months (option to extend is subject to additional funding and performance)
Development Officer
Manage the Landscape Conservation Plan process, survey / research work, project engagement plans, publicity, and secure match funding from other bodies during the development phase.
Assistant Development Officer
Stimulate interest in the programme with local communities and landowners by developing and implementing a communications and engagement plan, and setting up local community networks.
Clerical Assistant
Maintain records, financial management and reporting systems for the project, together with effective audit trails.  Duties will also include word processing, minute taking and efficient administrative support to the Landscape Partnership team.

Project Warden, Life + Nature Project: Alde-Ore Estuary with the National Trust

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 11:07:25 +0100

Fixed-term until 2014
Location: Orford Ness, Suffolk
The project aims to develop the management and infrastructure of two exceptional Natura 2000 wildlife sites, Orford Ness and Havergate Island in the Alde-Orde Estuary. You’ll take responsibility for the delivery of project actions, from updating the project website to overseeing the installation of a new lagoon, to editing our remote video camera footage.

Cairngorms National Park requires a Spey Catchment Partnership Project Officer

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:10:27 +0100

fixed term for two years
Based in Aviemore (SNH office)
Support the work of the Spey Catchment Partnership and deliver the key actions in the Spey Catchment Management Plan (CMP). These include identifying, supporting and developing projects that deliver priorities in the CMP and demonstrate best practice for land managers, as well as developing effective liaison, communication and partnerships with land managers, agencies and private sector advisors.

Tender for Project Management Services for PATHH - Providing Access To Hampshire’s Heritage

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:01:09 +0100

Hampshire County Council invites applications from suitably experienced individuals or firms wishing to provide Project Management Services for a rights of way research project funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. The Contractor will recruit and manage volunteers undertaking historical research and manage PATHH’s educational programme. The Contractor will provide these services for a period of 2 years.

Surrey Wildlife Trust asks, Can You Replace our Inspirational People & Wildlife Manager?

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:32:14 +0100

Our People & Wildlife projects are a vital part of involving the people of Surrey in nature and conservation. Now our wonderful People & Wildlife Manager is leaving to run a Darwin Project on St Helena Island! Can you replace her? This is a full-time, core role within the Trust to lead our lively P&W team and manage a number of important community projects - including our high-profile Surrey Greenspace Project and work closely with our Education centres to continue to grow our outreach services across the County.

Buccleuch Ranger Service is seeking a Countryside Ranger

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:21:46 +0100

Join a small team responsible for providing a friendly and informative welcome to Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate.
The role will involve planning and delivering a full programme of ranger led activities, including surveying and monitoring wildlife, producing themed interpretation, and maintenance work on access and visitor attraction facilities. This is an initial 9 month contract which may be extended.

Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust is seeking a Research Assistant

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:20:54 +0100

Location: Dalwhinnie, Inverness-shire
The appointment is for three years with an initial one year term contract, commencing August 2010.
To help with a range of projects investigating the ecology of grouse species in Scottish Highlands. The successful post holder will assist with monitoring productivity and abundance of grouse species (particularly red grouse) using pointer dogs; monitoring tick abundance including catching red grouse young to investigate the effectiveness of management techniques; moorland and woodland bird and habitat surveys; and radio telemetry studies.

Education Project Officer; Employer: Groundwork Oldham & Rochdale

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:20:36 +0100

Based in Oldham.
You will be responsible for the promotion, implementation and delivery of Education projects, through delivery of environmental education sessions and citizenship projects, awareness-raising activities such as growing food with schools and other community groups, preparation of lesson resources and community capacity-building initiatives.

Visitor Engagement and Conservation Manager for National Trust

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 16:38:07 +0100

Location: Lyveden New Bield, Oundle, Peterborough
Working closely with the Property Manager for Northamptonshire and the Canons Ashby team to develop the visitor experience and work of the Trust across the county. Work towards crucial conservation requirements and ambitious financial targets. Ensuring the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the property, you’ll develop visitor facilities and services, managing a wide variety of projects including the development of closer and deeper links with the local community, by extending the education programme for schools and other community groups.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 10:55:47 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Volunteer Trainee Assistant - Bringing Quarries Alive, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Voluntary Trainee Reserves Assistants X 2, Wildlife Trust BCNP (Cambridgeshire)
Voluntary Conservation Officer, Nurture Lakeland
Date with Nature Volunteer, RSPB
2 X Residential Volunteer Internships, RSPB
Volunteer Community & Learning Assistant, National Trust
4 or 5 Volunteer Photographers, National Trust
Assistant Conservation Grazing Warden, The National Trust
Volunteer Wildlife Watch Group Leader, Sharpham Outdoors
Conservation Assistant, Avon Wildlife Trust

P/T "There is Space Here" Project Assistant with Wiltshire Trust

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:48:18 +0100

Short Term Contract to end December 2010, extendable subject to funding, Hours : 22.5 per week
Based : Bulford, but with travel to Devizes
To assist the Project Officer on the Trust’s joint venture working closely with the Ministry of Defence Army Welfare Service and Defence Estates to increase the ability of military families, service personnel and others across Wiltshire to access natural spaces through the creation of community conservation areas.

Landscape Planner (Management) for Hampshire County Council

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:47:42 +0100

Winchester
You will be instrumental in the continuing development of the County Council’s influence and engagement with rural Hampshire. By working in partnership with local communities, voluntary organisations, local authority partnerships and government agencies you will secure the conservation and enhancement of the county's exceptional landscape.

Cumbrian conservation charity and sustainable tourism experts, Nurture Lakeland, have two exciting job opportunities available

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:47:19 +0100

PR & Marketing Graduate Trainee. To work with us during this 10 week placement to develop and implement a marketing plan for a variety of projects and campaigns. Your role will be to generate marketing materials and press coverage to promote our campaigns and services.
Sustainable Tourism Internship. 6 month internship scheme , you will work on a range of our current sustainable tourism projects. The role will involve: Working with business in the tourism sector to develop solutions to tourism impacts; Organising training, events, information and resources for tourism businesses and their customers; Providing background research, support and information for projects and campaigns; Contributing to key events and activities.

Sites & Trails Ranger with Cornwall County Council

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:38:55 +0100

Bodmin
Fixed term contract - 3 years
The role covers some of the Cornwall’s most attractive countryside from the north coast to the mid Cornwall moors. Amongst the sites covered by Sites and Trails team are the Camel Trail, Bodmin Beacon Local Nature Reserve, the Clay Trails and off road sections of the Cornish Way. As well as routine maintenance the applicant will participate in a wide range of other tasks from habitat management to monitoring and interpretation.

Fundraiser for The Marston Vale Trust

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:56:57 +0100

Hours negotiable between 22-37 hours per week
We’re working with local communities, government and businesses to create new woods and other wild places for everyone to enjoy. To work creatively to secure substantial project funding to help create the Forest of Marston Vale. The Fundraiser will work within a successful delivery team and lead on all fundraising activities of the Marston Vale Trust.

Dorset Countryside Ranger Service and South Somerset Ranger Service are currently seeking Trainee Rangers.

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:56:14 +0100

These are exciting opportunities to gain valuable practical experience and take that first step into countryside management alongside our highly experienced staff on a variety of projects throughout Dorset and Somerset.

Gateshead Council has vacancies for Wardens

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:55:44 +0100

Thornley Woodland Centre
Countryside Warden Fixed Term to 29 Oct 2010
Seasonal Warden Temporary Seasonal Post

Sea.fari require crew.

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:55:25 +0100

Sea.fari Adventures (Oban) are Scotland’s Foremost Sealife Adventure Boating Specialists. A VisitScotland Quality Assured 4* Wildlife Experience, we seek a graduates or similar in Marine Biology (or relevant subject) to work as crew on our fleet of RIBs and to work in the ticket office/boat support. The post includes providing information to customers as well as cetacean data collection.

Wales Biodiversity Partnership Support Team: Technical Officer

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:03:07 +0100

Job location - Cardiff.
This is a full time position until the end of March 2011 (with a probable extension of 1 - 3 years subject to confirmation of funding).
The post will support a group of Local Biodiversity Action Partnerships and enable the technical infrastructure that underpins effective biodiversity practice in Wales. Candidates will work with partners to improve accessibility to key data sets required to inform prioritisation, target setting and reporting of biodiversity targets.

Field Studies Tutor at Calshot Activities Centre, Hampshire.

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 14:19:18 +0100

Starting 6th September 2010.
You will be teaching residential and non-residential courses in an unrivalled number of Field Studies and Land Based Activity sessions. We have residential and day groups from Key Stage 1 up to A’ Level. Tutors also teach a range of Land based Activities.

Herefordshire Nature Trust Parklands Project Manager vacancy

Wed, 9 Jun 2010 14:19:00 +0100

Three year full time post.
The Parklands Project is designed to improve the understanding and conservation of Herefordshire’s parkland landscapes. As Project Manager you will be working with a wide range of partner organisations and communities to deliver a holistic view of the extent and condition of the County’s parklands, carry out surveys and practical works, and help owners in finding assistance in achieving sustained good management.

CJS Monthly, June Edition

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 15:39:22 +0100

June edition of CJS Monthly.
Now online in full, four pages this month plus four additional pages of Events Diary.

Page 1
Senior Ecologist - Oxford, Baker Shepherd Gillespie
Details

Page 2
Forester, the National Trust for Scotland
Details

Conservation Advisor (Wildlife), Exmoor National Park
Details

Rights of Way Assistant, Derbyshire County Council
Rights of Way Assistant - Legal Orders (2 posts), Derbyshire County Council
Details

Page 3
Voluntary posts new this month with CJS
Details

Environmental Projects Manager (Southend), Essex Wildlife Trust
Details

CJS Focus on Farming and the Environment is published
Details

Page 4
Adverts currently posted on the CJS website
Details

CJS Monthly, June edition, complete edition as PDF (2.9mb)
Details

Get CJS Monthly as an e-book! Read it here.
Details

Events Diary for June / July. (45kb)
Details

The Deadwater Valley Trust seek a Countryside Ranger

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 10:48:40 +0100

Fixed Term Appointment: From August 2010 to August 2012 Based at Deadwater Valley Trust, Bordon, Hampshire Duties will include preparing management plans and budgets, carrying out practical work and monitoring, overseeing contractors, organising and working with volunteers, developing links with schools and landowners, providing interpretation both via written material and through guided walks, talks and open days.

Ranger (Bowland Catchment Area) with United Utilities

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 16:08:26 +0100

Forest Of Bowland, Near Clitheroe
You will help to safeguard water quality, wildlife and our natural and built heritage whilst ensuring the public enjoy the beautiful countryside and recreational opportunities available on our catchment land.

Stockperson/Assistant Warden for the National Trust

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:51:12 +0100

Location: Orford Ness and Dunwich Heath, Suffolk
Primarily, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day supervision, management and welfare of the developing flying sheep flock based at Orford Ness National Nature Reserve. The flock will graze at Orford Ness, Dunwich Heath, Sutton Hoo and other National Trust sites in the area. It’s important that you have a flexible approach to working hours, as you’ll need to work weekends and Bank Holidays.

Farm help at Hotel Posada del Valle North Spain

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:50:16 +0100

We are looking for someone to work on a small organic farm which forms part of a rural tourism business in Asturias North Spain, from mid July till the end of October. The farm consists of a 2.5 Ha extensive cider apple plantation, a flock of about 40 Xaladas (the indigenous breed of sheep) and a vegetable plot for the production of fresh vegetable for the hotel restaurant, pastures and meadows.

New Caledonian Woodlands is looking for a Planet Pledge Project Officer

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:49:48 +0100

Work 3 days (21 hrs) per week from our new Crieff office. The post is initially for a period of 36 months, with the possibility of extension.
The post holder would be required to develop, launch and run our new climate change project - the Planet Pledge.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 10:30:29 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Student Placement - Work Experience Opportunity, South Oxfordshire District Council
Volunteer Ranger, National Trust
Education Assistant, Groundwork South Tyneside & Newcastle
Business / Marketing Assistant, Groundwork South Tyneside & Newcastle
Environmental Efficiency Project Workers, WeeFeet (West End Enterprise For Energy Efficiency Today)
Communications & Fundraising Assistant, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Events & Education Assistant, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Survey & Data Assistant, Somerset Environmental Records

Chalk Streams Project Officer with the Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service, Lincolnshire County Council

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 16:23:54 +0100

Temporary for two years
You will be developing and implementing the work programme of the Lincolnshire Chalk Streams Project, working closely with public, private and voluntary sector partners. You will seek the support and involvement of local communities and landowners, and promoting the Project at local, regional and national levels through the Water for Wildlife initiative.

National Trust is seeking a Commercial Partnership Development Officer

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 14:30:32 +0100

Exeter, Devon
Three year fixed term contract (ending 30/06/2013)
Forge new relationships as you work towards a target of £430,000 of new private investment in improved facilities and services for walkers. This will mean approaching local businesses to suggest involvement, as well as developing a visitor gifting scheme and encouraging the growth of a souvenir market. Underpinning all activity will be an improved experience for every person on the path.. Creating a completely new strategy and framework for this project

Project Manager for National Trust

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 14:30:17 +0100

Exeter, Devon
Three year fixed term contract (ending 30/06/2013)
Taking overall responsibility for around 40 sub-projects across this far-reaching programme of development, you’ll keep the primary aim of increasing economic benefit of the South West Coast Path to four regions it passes through, at the forefront of all you do. This will include all planning, management and reporting as you submit regular business plans, ensure sound financial controls, and offer diplomatic leadership, including the chairing of Steering Group Meetings. You’ll consistently bring out the best in every member of the delivery partnership and passionately believe in the success of the project.

Project Manager - Ecological Contracting for Keystone Environmental

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 14:15:13 +0100

The role is full time and will be based out of our offices in Gloucestershire.
Contracting department specialises in delivering ecological mitigation schemes across all sectors of industry and business, throughout the UK. Our experience and knowledge within the ecology sector, with the support of our hugely successful and experienced ecological consultancy division, provides us with the perfect platform to design and implement large or small scale ecological mitigation schemes. The role will involve a mixture of office and site based project management. Some manual work will be necessary to fulfil the requirement of schemes.

Landguard Operations & Development Officer for Landguard Fort Trust

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 14:14:58 +0100

Location: Felixstowe
Fixed Term Contract
This newly created role is an exciting opportunity to develop a major local attraction and to help deliver the Landguard Partnership Strategy. Managing and working with volunteers to develop Landguard, the Fort and its environs, you will play a key role in achieving the charitable objectives of the Fort Trust and the aims of the Landguard Partnership.

URS requires a Principal Ecologist - Derby

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 13:33:12 +0100

URS Corporation is a leading global supplier of multidisciplinary environmental consulting services, we have some 25 professionals covering policy and legislation, habitats and species. URS Ecologists are held highly for their expertise and in particular for habitat appraisals and restoration. The purpose of this post is to support the Director of Ecological Services in ecosystem appraisal, advisory and reconstruction case-work and business development for minerals and other development, and to assist and support others where appropriate.

Senior Marine Ecologist - Aberdeen with URS

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 13:32:34 +0100

URS is recognised as one of the world’s leading consulting firms. As part of our growth in the upstream oil and gas sector, we are now recruiting a Marine Consultant to join our operations in Aberdeen. The position will provide project and program management to relevant activities in the offshore sector, working directly with major oil and gas clients.

Charnwood Borough Council has a vacancy for an Access to Nature Officer

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 13:32:00 +0100

This is a Temporary Full Time position
This is a three year post to be responsible for delivery of a project aimed at increasing the communities’ sense of ownership of, involvement in and enjoyment of local natural places and green spaces. This will be achieved through engaging with residents from Charnwood’s priority neighbourhoods to deliver a range of outcomes.
Short Closing Date

Save the Rhino is now recruiting for a Senior Events Fundraiser (Events Manager).

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 11:26:56 +0100

The Senior Events Fundraiser is responsible for approximately 8 to 10 events a year ranging from marathons and overseas challenges to lectures and special events such as fundraising dinners. Being part of a small charity and working across such a range of events means that this role is a fabulous opportunity to enhance your experience across all sections of charity fundraising events.

Environmental Fate Modeller with Cambridge Environmental Assessments, part of ADAS UK Ltd

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 11:26:30 +0100

One year fixed term contract
Key responsibilities to fulfil the following obligations as part of CEA Environmental Behaviour and Risk Assessment Team

Sussex Wildlife Trust is seeking a Community Leader

Fri, 4 Jun 2010 11:26:12 +0100

Hastings
To work with local community groups to develop areas, and an interest in, wildlife and to promote the work of the Trust.
This post will be offered on a casual part time contract.

Cameron House Resort is seeking an Estate Ranger

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 16:40:40 +0100

To manage the nature reserve and integrated management plan for our countryside estate. Duties will include the day to day implementation and compliance with the integrated management plan, in order to survey, monitor and conserve priority species and habitats as well as supporting the estates team and estate activities such as providing educational briefs and children’s nature walks.

Assistant Ranger for the City Commons Division of City of London

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:33:33 +0100

Based at Riddlesdown near Purley, Surrey
This is a Fixed Term post for up to 11 months
You will be based in the ranger team at Riddlesdown, which is part of the City Commons Division managing seven open spaces around Surrey and South London for their rich natural and cultural heritage as well as for informal recreation. As part of the operational team you will be expected to deliver annual work programmes, use tools and machinery, care for livestock, ensure safe working practice and work with children and young people.

City of London has a vacancy for a Project Assistant (City Commons)

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 14:33:07 +0100

You will be an integral member of the Development Team for the City Commons. In this role you will assist the team deliver key projects that achieve our aims for greater inclusion and wider promotion. You will support the Project Officers in meeting the highest quality and efficiency standards and provide safe, sustainable and fair opportunities for people. You will advise colleagues, volunteers and visitors about the work on the City Commons.
This permanent post is based at the Farthing Downs Office in Coulsdon, Surrey.

Sunderland’s Green Neighbourhoods (SiGN) Project Officer with CEED

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 11:04:40 +0100

Location: Sunderland
SiGN will develop 6 community sites across Sunderland in order to enhance the biodiversity value and to significantly enhance residents’ engagement with the natural environment.

National Trust, Purbeck, Dorset is seeking a Seasonal Castle Warden

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 11:04:19 +0100

We are seeking an individual with practical experience in countryside management or grounds maintenance to maintain the castle grounds and surrounding area. In addition the post holder will help to run events, interpret the site to visitors and help the Countryside wardens with practical work in the wider estate.

Aylesbury Vale District Council is looking for a Barn Owl Project Officer

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 11:03:56 +0100

3 year Fixed Term, Part-time (18.5 hours per week)
You will lead the new Aylesbury Vale Barn Owl Project and promote barn owl conservation, lead habitat improvements and work with volunteers to develop a Barn Owl Group. You will work with the Project partners, the RSPB, British Trust for Ornithology and the Hawk and Owl Trust.

Aylesbury Vale District Council is looking for a Biodiversity Birthday Project Officer

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 11:03:16 +0100

1 year Fixed Term
AVDC celebrates 21 years of working for wildlife in 2010 and you will lead a year of practical conservation and awareness raising activities. You will work with existing volunteer groups and seek to recruit new volunteers, by leading habitat improvements, training, guided walks and environmental activities in schools, parks and with community artists.

Harlow Council has a vacancy for a Nature Reserve Warden & Project Officer

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 12:10:13 +0100

fixed term until 30th September 201
Location: Parndon Wood Nature Reserve
To support the maintenance and management of the town’s nature reserves and wildlife sites and involve the community in the management, care and enhancement of the town’s biodiversity. A key aspect will be to continue the delivery of Forest Funtasia Project that seeks to provide free access for children and young people to nature reserves through a range of activities and opportunities.

Wild Connections requires a Project Officer

Wed, 2 Jun 2010 12:09:37 +0100

4 months contract July - November 2010
Location: Home based (with weekly meetings in Dunkeld)
We are a small partnership called Wild Connections consisting of wildlife, activity, charity and countryside businesses in Perthshire, Scotland. We have developed and organised a wildlife and activity week between 9 - 17th October 2010 and we require a Project Officer to co-ordinate, organise and develop the events and activities for this project in Perthshire.

CJS Weekly 31/5/10.

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 16:45:22 +0100

45 new paid posts advertised in CJS Weekly this week. 31 of those came direct to CJS. 19 adverts are not freely available online, to see those you have to subscribe. See the details of this week's edition here.

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust requires a Local Nature Reserve Development Officer

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 14:08:22 +0100

Based: Bolton
To co-ordinate, support and facilitate community involvement and participation at Leverhulme Park and Haslam Park. To plan and deliver practical habitat management at the site and support the designation of the two sites as Local Nature Reserves.

Dorset Countryside has a vacancy for a Trainee Ranger

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 14:08:07 +0100

3 days per week, 6 months (26 weeks)
Thorncombe Woods, Dorchester, Dorset
Work alongside Dorset Countryside rangers carrying out countryside management in a variety of habitats across West Dorset. You will assist with all aspects of countryside management carrying out practical tasks including scrub clearance, tree felling, path maintenance, grass-cutting, waymarking, the installation of gates, fences and benches, as well as working with school groups, the local community and wildlife monitoring.

Sheffield City Council’s Parks and Countryside Service have a vacancy for a Biodiversity Officer.

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 12:33:34 +0100

The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of Sheffield's Biodiversity Action Plan and ensure that consideration for biodiversity conservation is integrated into all of Sheffield City Council's functions.

The National Trust have an opening for a Park Warden (including Community Engagement)

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 12:27:01 +0100

Help us to protect and preserve the unique habitats, wildlife and archaeological features of Charlecote Park. While maintaining the beautiful fabric of this estate, you’ll also be responsible for the health and animal husbandry of the livestock. In addition, part of your year will be spent on a tree inspection programme, where you’ll apply your knowledge of countryside management and appropriate machinery.

Bracknell Forest Council are recruiting a Manager for Lily Hill Park.

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 12:15:14 +0100

This is an opportunity to work within an award winning Borough in a key role in our Parks and Countryside service. As Lily Hill Park Manager you will be responsible for one of the premier green spaces in the Borough, recently restored with the support of the HLF

Horsham District Council - Directorate of Community Services require an Assistant Countryside Warden (casual)

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 12:07:01 +0100

For a 3-4 month period during the Summer, based at Southwater Country Park. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual to gain experience needed to develop a career in countryside management. Duties include: Patrolling the Country Park and carrying out regular litter picking duties; Providing visitor services, including answering telephone calls and liaising with public; Discouraging anti-social behaviour by enforcement of Codes of Conduct and byelaws; Undertaking some remedial works, including repairs to fencing, paths and signage, and the removal of litter and fly-tipping; Sales of fishing and watersports permits.

Cardiff Council, Natural Environment Group has an opportunity for a Temp. Review of Consents Officer

Mon, 31 May 2010 14:19:46 +0100

This post is temporary for a period of up to 12 months.
Responsible for assisting the County Ecologist in undertaking the Review of Consent Pilot Scheme. The Officer will be responsible for reviewing consents (primarily planning applications) which impact on European Sites in Cardiff, namely Cardiff Beech Woods Special Area of Conservation, Severn Estuary, Severn Estuary Special Protection Area and Severn Estuary Ramsar Site.
Duties include compiling and collating large amounts of information, working with partners and preparing reports.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 31 May 2010 13:44:32 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Volunteer Field Worker, Sussex Ecology
Volunteer Trainee Warden, Northmoor Trust
Trainee Reserves Officer (Voluntary), Northamptonshire Wildlife Trust
Voluntary Project Assistant, Downlands Countryside Management Project
Volunteer Rangers, Kelburn Country Centre

Information Officer for Fife Coast and Countryside Services

Fri, 28 May 2010 16:20:08 +0100

To manage the information both supplied to and from Fife Nature Records Centre.
The post will be based in Glenrothes. .
Duties will include the day to day management of The Fife Nature Records Centre and responsibility for the collating and recording of data supplied using the appropriate databases.

Groundwork Leicester and Leicestershire are looking for a Conservation Officer

Fri, 28 May 2010 16:19:28 +0100

To work within our Land & Biodiversity Team as a Conservation Officer.

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust requires a Senior Education Ranger

Fri, 28 May 2010 16:19:11 +0100

Part of the Education Team and is responsible for managing staff and volunteers.

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is seeking School Group Leaders

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:17:50 +0100

Part-time, sessional
To work with the Trust’s Education Team at the Wolseley Centre near Rugeley in delivering our environmental education programme for schools.

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust is seeking to recruit a Community Engagement Assistant

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:17:32 +0100

Full time, fixed term
To assist in the development and delivery of the Trust’s Wildplay Project in Burton on Trent. The post is aimed at assisting Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) communities to access outdoor play opportunities and the wider countryside.

Natural England jobs

Thu, 27 May 2010 14:04:06 +0100

Natural England is imposing an immediate recruitment freeze from Monday 24 May 2010. No further offers of employment to external candidates will be made at this time.
That includes vacancies previously advertised. We've taken down the details of those recently placed on the CJS website. If you've already applied please see the Natural England website for more information.

Scottish Natural Heritage is seeking to appoint a Dog Handler (Uist Wader Project)

Wed, 26 May 2010 16:26:55 +0100

Location: Uist
Contract: Rolling Seasonal
To conduct thorough, systematic searches on north Uist and Benbecula, to locate hedgehogs and their dens. Night searches may be carried out. The areas searched will comprise both hill and in-bye land. Part of the area of search will contain sheep, cattle and other livestock.

Area Officer - Designated Sites for Scottish Natural Heritage

Wed, 26 May 2010 16:26:35 +0100

Location: Lerwick
Contract: Fixed Term Appointment, end date 31 March 2011
This is a temporary role offering an opportunity to co-ordinate Northern Isles work on protected areas for wildlife and geology. You will manage important aspects of protected area work, including the review of SSSI documentation, measures to meet favourable condition targets and site condition monitoring.

Captive Animal Manager required at WWT HQ, Slimbridge

Wed, 26 May 2010 14:16:05 +0100

Our Centre Developments Team is looking for a practical and knowledgeable captive animal specialist to develop, co-ordinate and support the implementation of captive animal collection plans. This will include species selection, the development of key messages and visitor engagement, exhibit design and breeding/stocking plans for a range of water birds and other wetland animals kept at WWT centres. You will make sure that all best practice techniques and protocols for animal management are in place and implemented.

RPS is looking for a Senior Consultant Ecologist

Wed, 26 May 2010 14:11:54 +0100

To fill a senior position within our consultancy team of ecologists based just outside Cambridge.
5 years experience of applying ecological principles to a range of projects, preferably within an environmental consultancy framework.

Ecologist/GIS with RPS

Wed, 26 May 2010 14:11:29 +0100

The RPS Group is the leading environmental consultancy in Europe. The RPS office based in St Ives, Cambridgeshire is a multi disciplinary Ecology team and we are looking for an ecologist who has experience in GIS.

RPS is looking for Senior Ornithologist

Wed, 26 May 2010 14:11:02 +0100

To fill a senior position within our consultancy team of dedicated and enthusiastic ecologists based just outside Cambridge.

RPS is seeking a Consultant / Senior Consultant (Non Native Species)

Wed, 26 May 2010 14:10:45 +0100

Must be willing to relocate to St Ives, Cambridgeshire.
At least 3 - 5 years experience of applying ecological principles to a range of projects, preferably within an environmental consultancy framework

A Community Ranger is needed by Groundwork North East

Tue, 25 May 2010 14:15:54 +0100

Three-year fixed-term contract
Stockton
Working to the Senior Community Ranger on the River Routes in Stockton Project

Groundwork North East are also advertising for another Senior Community Ranger

Tue, 25 May 2010 14:15:22 +0100

Three-year fixed-term contract
Stockton
Deliver the River Routes in Stockton Project, implementing key access improvements and community engagement and training initiatives adjacent to the river corridors in Stockton. The River Routes in Stockton project is a three-year initiative, developed in response to a number of community groups who identified a need for greater access to, and environmental improvements around, the river corridors in Stockton.

Project and Grants Manager with the National Trust

Tue, 25 May 2010 14:15:00 +0100

Peak District Estates, Sheffield
Leading, managing and inspiring a committed project team, you’ll implement a programme of planned work across this picturesque place. Specifically, you’ll focus your outstanding project management skills on the restoration and management of the moorland, and work arising from agri-environment schemes and Woodland Grant schemes.

Groundwork North East are looking for a Senior Community Ranger

Tue, 25 May 2010 11:16:15 +0100

Sunderland
The Trust has secured funding to provide a Community Ranger service in Elba Park, Lambton. Working with key partners, you will deliver access improvements and community engagement. The role will involve regular presence on site and you will be the front line link between the park and the public.

Seasonal Warden - Studland & Godlingston Heaths with the National Trust

Tue, 25 May 2010 11:15:44 +0100

Purbeck, Dorset
This is a full time, seasonal contract for 12 months.
In this role you’ll assist in all aspects of the day-to-day management and presentation of the property, especially Studland & Godlingston Heaths for nature conservation, public access and historic landscape. You’ll work with the countryside team to provide a high standard of visitor care and welcome and encourage the public to understand and enjoy the property.

Natural England are advertising for a Landscape Specialist

Tue, 25 May 2010 11:15:23 +0100

Guildford or Reading
You’ll help develop and deliver Natural England’s landscape objectives across the South East. To achieve our objectives, we need to implement the most inspirational initiatives.

Head Park Ranger at the Heart of England Country Park & Beach

Mon, 24 May 2010 14:53:04 +0100

Nr Meriden, Warwickshire.
Expected to work weekends and bank holidays; 5 days out of 7.
This is a key role in the development of the park business.

CJS Focus on Farming and the Environment

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:16:34 +0100

In association with Campaign for the Farmed Environment
Published today.

10 pages of fascinating articles, information, adverts and contacts.
Articles from Campaign for the Farmed Environment, FWAG, Countryside Restoration Trust, CLA and others.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:06:09 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Volunteer Park Ranger, St Nicholas Fields
Communications Assistant, RSPB
Internships, People’s Trust for Endangered Species
Volunteer Countryside Ranger, National Trust
Volunteer Officer (Project Co-Leader & Driver), BTCV
Blean Volunteer Trainee Warden, Kent Wildlife Trust

Isle of Wight Council has a vacancy for a Definitive Map Officer

Fri, 21 May 2010 11:04:53 +0100

Key role of responsibility for all legal functions of rights of way management within our small closely integrated team. This will include all aspects and stages of reviewing the Definitive Map, statutory changes to the network, supporting the duty of protection and giving general advice and information. Reporting to the Rights of Way Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the section in the manager’s absence, and will assist in developing strategies for managing and improving the network

Land Management and Conservation Advisers with Natural England

Fri, 21 May 2010 11:04:27 +0100

Help nature flourish in London
Land Management and Conservation Lead Advisers
1 Permanent role and 1 Fixed-term appointment for 12 months
Your task will be to manage our relationships with partner organisations at a number of sites across London. The aim is to work together to conserve the natural environment, by developing programmes that increase biodiversity in the capital. You’ll also help to bring these special nature sites to London’s communities, by working towards our landscape, access and sustainable use targets.
Land Management and Conservation Adviser
Fixed-term appointment for 12 months
Our Wild London team is dedicated to ensuring that the capital’s wild habitats have healthy, functioning ecosystems where key species can thrive. As part of the team, your job will be to advise local authorities and other bodies on conserving the natural environment.

Scottish Natural Heritage is looking for a Seasonal Ghillie

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:16:09 +0100

Based on the Isle of Rum
Fixed Term contract with the possibility of extension
You will be responsible to the Deer Management Officer on Rum for delivery of SNH functions as described during the red deer cull. The post will require working in a small team and may require working outside conditioned hours including some weekend work.

Pang, Kennet and Lambourn Valley Project (FWAG) RENEWAL Project Manager

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:15:32 +0100

3 year contract
Main duties of the post will include: Leading and facilitating a programme of community and environmental events; Engaging local residents in survey work and practical tasks and developing local volunteer groups; Interpreting and illustrating the social history and wildlife associated with the site; Managing and monitoring the budget and activity plan

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust require an Education Ranger

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:41:26 +0100

The Education Ranger post is part of the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust’s Education Team. The role is full time (35 hours per week) will involve delivery and coordination of sessions at other centres and some outreach work

Hampshire County Council requires an Operations Officer

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:17:00 +0100

For Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley
You’ll be responsible for overseeing security and facilities management at the site - some buildings are Grade II Listed - managing licences for the park and major contracts such as catering, cleaning, ensuring high standards of health and safety and presentation, and assisting with the day to day running of the site’s budgetary processes and income-generating visitor areas and deputising for the Park Manager. You’ll assist with the delivery of an interesting and varied programme of activities for visitors whilst seeking every opportunity to maximize income.

Northmoor Trust is looking for a Fundraising and Communications Administration Assistant

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:15:43 +0100

Part-time, 3 days a week, with the possibility to become full time in future
To work in small Development and Communications Team. The role will focus on supporting fundraising and supporter initiatives, ensuring that records are maintained for grant applications and supporter contact databases managed and developed. The role will grow a number of community fundraising initiatives such as sponsored events, functions and Christmas merchandise.

Community Gardener with CSV

Wed, 19 May 2010 15:25:44 +0100

South Bristol
To run our ongoing community gardening service. You will supervise one or two volunteers while taking a hands-on role in completing the work. You will take responsibility for health and safety on site, co-ordinate the delivery of materials, plan and deliver the work.

Job Opportunity with Kent Wildlife Trust: Blean Assistant Warden

Wed, 19 May 2010 14:16:41 +0100

Fixed Term Appointment: From August 2010 to June 2011
Based at Mayton Oast, Broad Oak, Canterbury
To join a small team restoring habitats, providing volunteering opportunities and public access to the Trust’s reserves in the Blean. Four-year project to restore ancient woodland, conserve nationally rare species and features of archaeological interest and to improve interpretation and access to these important sites surrounding the historic City of Canterbury.

Work with the best, become a Land Management Consultant with ADAS

Wed, 19 May 2010 13:53:50 +0100

Bristol/South West
We need an experienced land management adviser to work with business, farmers and government to deliver sound practical consultancy and implement innovative projects on the ground.

Swindon Borough Council is recruiting for Lydiard Park Warden

Wed, 19 May 2010 13:53:33 +0100

As a member of the team at Lydiard Park, you will have the opportunity to look after the parkland and visitor needs in this beautifully and recently restored historic site. You will provide a direct and visible link for the public and assist in making their visit an enjoyable experience.

UPDATE: Durham Wildlife Trust is looking for a Living Waterways Officer

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:56:12 +0100

The project will work to improve watercourses by providing better management, habitat creation and initiatives for Biodiversity Action Plan species and habitats. The project officer will work in partnership with local communities and the Environment Agency to develop and deliver a programme of activities that can tackle issues such as flood risk and bring benefits for people and wildlife.
Living Waterways is a two-year post based at Rainton Meadows near Houghton - le - Spring.

Green Mantle (Ecosophy) Limited has a vacancy for a Nature Conservation Estate Worker

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:55:56 +0100

Location: Mendip Hills & Somerset Levels
mid-August /September 2010 - end March 2011. Possibly longer.
Full-time staff required to join small dynamic team undertaking hedge-laying, felling, fencing, coppicing, tree planting, footpath maintenance and scrub clearance, mainly on SSSIs.

Planning Policy Officer for Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority

Tue, 18 May 2010 14:06:52 +0100

One Year Fixed Term Contract
Based in Bainbridge, Wensleydale
We are looking for a planning officer to work in our small policy team. You will work alongside the Strategic Planning Officer to steer a draft Housing Development Plan Document through public consultation this summer and then onwards towards examination.

Ecologist and Environmental Planner for South West Water

Mon, 17 May 2010 14:06:50 +0100

One year fixed term contract
Covering for maternity leave, you will make certain that we develop our assets in the most responsible way. Interpret legislation and guide very senior colleagues.

Lee Valley Regional Park has a vacancy for a Ranger

Mon, 17 May 2010 12:25:34 +0100

Responsibilities of the post include: Managing allocated sites within the par; Monitoring wildlife habitats and species; Overseeing Health and Safety; Developing and delivering site management plans; Liaising with the Park’s security service regarding any issues; Promoting the open spaces with the PR and marketing team; Delivering a programme of events and activities in the open spaces

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 17 May 2010 09:47:35 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Hampshire Bat Group - Chair, Hampshire Bat Group

WWT Consulting, the UK’s leading specialist wetland consultancy require 3 Assistant Consultants.

Fri, 14 May 2010 14:43:33 +0100

To provide specialist data inputting and video analysis skills for our aerial survey work of waterbirds and seabirds in UK waters.

Vacancies exist within Emu Limited for full-time Observers to join the Marine Mammal and Bird Team.

Thu, 13 May 2010 14:02:39 +0100

The roles will be involved with all aspects of marine mammal and bird projects including, but not limited to; ? Boat-based visual and acoustic surveys of marine mammals and birds. ? Data entry and processing. ? Planning and preparation of fieldwork. ? Report writing and interpretation.

Groundwork Leicester and Leicestershire have a vacancy for a Conservation Officer

Thu, 13 May 2010 13:55:21 +0100

An enthusiastic individual to work within our Land & Biodiversity Team as a Conservation Officer. The successful individual will have experience of working in landscape management, delivering training and good communication skills.

The Forgotten Landscapes Partnership is establishing a team to deliver an exciting and ambitious Heritage Lottery Funded landscape conservation project.

Thu, 13 May 2010 12:28:08 +0100

Over 3 years in the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape, World Heritage Site. We are currently seeking to fill the following posts: Forgotten Landscapes Partnership Commons Officer, Forgotten Landscapes Partnership Interpretation and Education Officer & an Administration and Technical Support Officer.

Join Countryside Council of Wales and become a CAN Community Officer

Wed, 12 May 2010 16:29:17 +0100

The Communities and Nature (CAN) project is a £14.5 million European Union funded project, under the EU’s Convergence Programme, developed and managed by CCW.
This is a fixed-term, pensionable full-time appointment of 37 hours a week until the conclusion of your work on the project. This is expected to be no sooner than 31 December 2013 and no later than 31 December 2015.
Location: Bangor

Sparsholt College Hampshire requires a Lecturer in Agriculture and Countryside

Wed, 12 May 2010 15:10:29 +0100

This post is based at our Winchester (Sparsholt) campus.Contributing to the Agriculture and Countryside Management Lecturing team, the post holder will undertake teaching and practical instruction on full-time and part-time courses at all levels, with a predominance on Level 3 courses.

Vocational Recruitment and Assessment Officer at Oatridge College

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:26:22 +0100

Broxburn.
Applicants will be responsible for promoting training opportunities and recruit, support and assess SVQ candidates.

The National Trust requires a Ranger - East Devon

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:24:55 +0100

Based Branscombe, Seaton
We want to start changing people’s perceptions of the Trust and really opening their eyes to the opportunities they can enjoy on our countryside properties. You’ll help to identify and realise opportunities to engage with the local community, and expand our audiences, with an overall aim to achieve a good balance between access, conservation, presentation, interpretation and enjoyment. Also provide dynamic leadership for a dedicated team of volunteers, as well as partners and contractors.

Ranger - South Devon with National Trust

Wed, 12 May 2010 14:24:35 +0100

Based: Malborough, Kingsbridge. 12 month fixed term contract
We want to start changing people’s perceptions of the Trust and really opening their eyes to the opportunities they can enjoy on our countryside properties. You’ll help to identify and realise opportunities to make our countryside properties more accessible, to engage with the local community, and expand our audiences, with an overall aim to achieve a good balance between access, conservation, presentation, interpretation and enjoyment. Developing close working links with a team of volunteers.

CJS Monthly, May Edition

Tue, 11 May 2010 15:57:43 +0100

May edition of CJS Monthly.
Now online in full, two pages this month plus four additional pages of Events Diary.

Page 1
Landscape Partnership Manger, Carmarthenshire County Council
Details

Page 2
Women and Work funding, Lantra Skills Coach, Angela Kimberley
Details

Reserves Warden - Breckland National nature Reserves, Natural England
Details

Assistant Reserves Officer (North Cumbria), Cumbria Wildlife Trust
Details

CJS Monthly, May edition, complete edition as PDF (2.2mb)
Details

Get CJS Monthly as an e-book! Read it here.
Details

Events Diary for May / June. (56kb)
Details

Penny Anderson Associates Ltd is currently seeking a suitably experienced Invertebrate Ecologist

Tue, 11 May 2010 10:04:12 +0100

To join our busy professional team in Buxton, Derbyshire.
We are looking for a general invertebrate field ecologist with particular experience of aquatic invertebrate surveys plus some terrestrial invertebrate groups.

London Borough of Tower Hamlets is looking for a 2 Community Park Rangers

Mon, 10 May 2010 13:16:05 +0100

1 x 12-months fixed-term contract - 1 x permanent post
To provide an approachable and recognisable presence in our parks and green spaces, helping to make visitors safe and enjoy their visit.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 10 May 2010 13:13:19 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Community Volunteer Ranger, National Trust
Volunteers, The Wildlife for all Trust
Voluntary Trainee Wardens, Flat Holm Project
Conservation Projects Volunteer Officer, BTCV Dorset
Volunteer Assistant Countryside Ranger, National Trust
Selfish Shellfish Divers Project Volunteer, Dorset Wildlife Trust
Charity Launch Events Assistant, Nurture Lakeland

Essex Wildlife Trust requires a Seasonal Education and Community Officer

Fri, 7 May 2010 16:03:04 +0100

At Bedford’s Park Visitor Centre
Part-time/casual post to deliver an inspiring range of activities and events including informal and formal wildlife themed environmental activity sessions for a range of ages and abilities
The job will be a minimum of two days a week throughout July and August 2010.

Assistant & Seasonal Education Officer for Essex Wildlife Trust

Fri, 7 May 2010 16:02:33 +0100

Based: Chafford Gorges Visitor Centre and Nature Park
Part-time/casual post to deliver an inspiring education programme including running informal and formal wildlife themed environmental activity sessions for a range of ages and abilities. The job is two days a week with additional seasonal hours.

Access Projects Development Officer for the Urban Heaths Partnerships

Fri, 7 May 2010 15:42:08 +0100

Fixed term until 30th June 2011 based Urban Wildlife Centre, Corfe Mullen
You will develop, facilitate and, where appropriate, implement access projects to avoid damage and disturbance to the Dorset Heaths. You will also be responsible, on behalf of DCC Countryside Access, for the development and implementation of Open Access throughout Dorset. You will have particular responsibilities co-ordinating access monitoring and the recently established Dorset Dogs initiative.

UPDATE: Urgently required Field Ecologists at Aspect Ecology

Fri, 7 May 2010 11:14:31 +0100

Immediate Temporary short-term contract
To assist with ecological fieldwork centred on amphibian and reptile populations and located principally in the south of England. You will need to commit to be available for a one - six month period on average and will be required to work five - seven days per week. Opportunities may also be available to assist with surveys for a variety of other species such as Badger, bats, water voles, dormice and otters.

Deadline extended

Senior Ecologist with Vibrant Ecological Consultancy

Thu, 6 May 2010 16:14:11 +0100

Based in beautiful rural Northumberland. You will join a welcoming team of eleven zoologists, botanists, ornithologists and fresh water ecologists working on a wide range of projects in northern England and Scotland.

GIS and Data Infrastructure Officer for The Wildlife Information Centre

Thu, 6 May 2010 14:03:14 +0100

Lothians and the Scottish Borders.
To take the lead in managing our data systems and supplying data to users. Core tasks will involve taking responsibility for the management and development of our computer systems, including hardware and software and developing systems for accessing and manipulating biological data.

The Wildlife Information Centre (TWIC) is looking for a Records Ecologist

Thu, 6 May 2010 11:30:04 +0100

Lothians and the Scottish Borders.
To take the lead in provisioning and analysing our data for its ecological significance. Core tasks will involve regular liaison with all data suppliers including volunteer recorders and professional surveyors.

ADAS requires staff to carry out waste surveys for businesses

Thu, 6 May 2010 11:29:39 +0100

In the West Midlands, East Midlands and the East.
Appointments are pre-booked for you and training will be provided so no specialist waste/survey knowledge is required. The work is scheduled for a 12 week period beginning in June.

UPDATE: Scottish Natural Heritage require Reserve Support

Wed, 5 May 2010 16:28:56 +0100

New closing date
Location: Isle of Rum
Contract: Fixed term 6 months
To provide practical estate management support on Scotland's largest National Nature Reserve, including managing livestock, infrastructure such as paths, bridges and fences, managing reserve equipment, monitoring and raising awareness of key species and promoting public safety.

Fair Isle Bird Observatory Trust seeks highly motivated and responsible applicants for the posts of Warden and Administrator

Wed, 5 May 2010 15:28:44 +0100

The FIBO Warden and Administrator are responsible for the successful day-to-day operation of all Observatory functions, including ornithological work, accommodation and other visitor services . The positions of Warden and Administrator will become vacant at the end of 2010.

Arable Plant Survey Assistant for Plantlife

Wed, 5 May 2010 15:28:26 +0100

Length of Employment: Mid-June - Mid-August 2010 (9 weeks)
This short-term post consists of surveying arable flora using strip transects and quadrats as part of Plantlife Cymru’s Tir Gofal Monitoring Project. Job requires extensive travel throughout Wales.

Applecross Landscape Partnership Scheme (Alps) vacancy. Post of Project Manager

Wed, 5 May 2010 12:23:45 +0100

Full-Time Fixed Term Appointment 3-years
The post will involve working with the Project Team, Partners, Local Communities and other Stakeholders to deliver the £2.2M Scheme. The role will involve the development, management, implementation, promotion and monitoring of ALPS

Applecross Landscape Partnership Scheme (Alps) vacancy. Post of Administrator

Wed, 5 May 2010 12:24:10 +0100

Full-Time Fixed Term Appointment 3-years
ALPS is a Development Programme focusing on the built and cultural heritage of Applecross. This role involves administration of the scheme office as required to support the Project Manager in the development and implementation of the Scheme.

Waterman Energy, Environment & Design Ltd is looking for a Consultant Ecologist / Principal Ecologist

Tue, 4 May 2010 16:05:36 +0100

A number of ecologists to join their Bristol and Manchester teams, with opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects primarily in the regeneration, property, waste and energy sectors. Location is flexible for the right candidate.

The Grasslands Trust need a Project Development Manager

Tue, 4 May 2010 14:50:51 +0100

Full Time, Short Term Contract
Herefordshire
Take forward plans to purchase one of the largest remaining areas of lowland meadow in Herefordshire and open up this amazing heritage jewel to the public. You will be responsible for: building partnerships; gaining support and involvement from local communities and other voluntary organisations; developing innovative opportunities to engage the public; as well as helping to deliver an ambitious fundraising strategy to secure the future of this amazing area of land.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Tue, 4 May 2010 12:00:05 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Volunteer Placement: South West Crayfish Project, Avon Wildlife Trust
Conservation Volunteer, Natural England
Education / Events Assistant, Natural England

Naturally Wild are looking for a trainee/junior Ecologist or improver to join our North East team.

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 16:34:37 +0100

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to work hard and often unsociable hours undertaking Protected Species Surveys, Phase 1 Surveys and assisting on numerous projects throughout our region.
Report writing is also an essential part of the position as is the ability to attend meeting with senior management..

Penny Anderson Associates Ltd is currently seeking a suitably experienced Ecologist / Assistant Ecologist

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:07:24 +0100

To join our busy professional team on a short-term contract; 2 month full-time contract from June, with a possible extension of up to a further 3 months.

English Heritage Historic Environment Traineeship Scheme open for applications

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:07:00 +0100

Two-year work placement on fixed-term contract Nationwide
The Scheme offers up to ten two-year professional work placements within our planning and development teams. Based in regional offices across the country and will gain work experience and training in the application of professional conservation management skills in a planning and development context.

Somerset Rural Youth Project require an Assistant Project Worker for Environmental Volunteering Project

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:06:40 +0100

From 25 hrs per week
To engage disadvantaged young people aged 13-19 in practical conservation tasks in a Somerset-wide programme of Volunteering Opportunities. The post holder will work in partnership with other environmental organisations.

Reserve Warden with Natural England

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 11:22:17 +0100

Worcestershire and Herefordshire National Nature Reserves
Working as part of a dedicated team, you will help manage and maintain sites, habitat management will present your biggest challenge. However, you will also repair buildings, manage volunteers and carry out regular safety inspections.

The Trustees of CfGA invite applications for Sacred Spaces Project Co-ordinator

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:20:17 +0100

Part Time, 22.2 hrs a week (3 days) up until 31st March 2013
Plan, organise and promote the new Sacred Spaces through the Ages Project which will inspire and engage people in sacred places (natural, historical and spiritual) of the Shropshire Hills, helping to develop a deeper connection with the landscape and increase understanding of its historical significance.

Durrell requires an Amphibian Specialist Keeper

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:29:18 +0100

Responsibilities will include the daily husbandry and management of a large and diverse collection in conjunction with the other section staff, record keeping, and participation in wider herpetological and zoo activities and organisations. A special responsibility in the management for the amphibian programmes in the Department will be part of the daily activities

Assistant Biodiversity Officer / Ecologist at Aberaeron, Ceredigion

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 12:29:04 +0100

Part time - 4 days per week
To assist in promoting and developing the Ceredigion Local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP) by enabling partners to deliver agreed actions and meet targets. To assist in enabling the Planning Division to fulfill its statutory wildlife conservation requirements.

Wentworth Castle and Stainborough Park Heritage Trust is looking for a Learning & Engagement Officer

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:43:20 +0100

To develop an innovative learning and community engagement programme at Wentworth Castle Gardens and Stainborough Park, as an integral part of the ‘World At Wentworth’ project.
The contract is initially for 9 months

Thomson Habitats are looking for part time fieldworkers

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:15:40 +0100

To be available for work on an 'as and when' basis. The work could last for up to a few weeks or sometimes just a day here and there.
The sites can be anywhere in the South of England and the work involves carrying out ecological contracting and wildlife mitigation works.

National Trust are looking for a Seasonal Ranger

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 15:17:51 +0100

Location: Hughenden Manor, High Wycombe
You’ll organise and participate in events such as guided walks, lectures, open days and assist with the preparation and supervision of special events held at the property. Help manage volunteers, supervise work and promote personal development. When the property is heavily visited, you’ll engage with the public, whilst providing information and promoting respect for the countryside.

Biodiversity & Greenspace Policy Officer with Nottingham City Council

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:18:27 +0100

Based at Woodthorpe Grange
Help guide the management of the City’s greenspace for biodiversity purposes whilst also developing and providing strategic policy advice regarding the role of different green and open spaces within the City.

The Greensand Trust is advertising for a Community Development Officer

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:18:06 +0100

Based: Haynes West End, Bedfordshire
Work as part of the Trust Community Development Team engaging with groups and individuals encouraging involvement, understanding and development of projects that improve their local environment.

Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park also need a Seasonal Ranger

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:17:38 +0100

Temporary from 08/09 May 2010 to 30 August 2010 Work Pattern: Friday to Sunday, 3 weekends out of 4, 104 hours over 4 weeks
Based in Callander, working mostly in the Breadalbane area
Are you interested in helping to deliver a high quality experience to visitors, residents & users of the Loch Lomond& The Trossachs National Park?

Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park are looking for a Ranger - Temporary

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:17:16 +0100

1 post temporary until 31 March 2011.
Based at Callander
Ensure high quality management and maintenance of built and countryside assets, support the delivery of the Ranger Service outcomes and provide a courteous point of contact role to the public.

Landscope Officer for the Dartington Estate

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:16:57 +0100

Landscope is an initiative of Schumacher College that supports up-skilling in green skills directly and through the attraction of small-scale green ventures to the Dartington Estate. Assist the Head of Vocational Studies and will have a particular interest in the development of training in the built environment and / or renewable energy.

Head Ranger for The Marston Vale Trust

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:16:37 +0100

Based: Marston Moretaine, Bedford, Bedfordshire MK43 0PR
Lead on managing and enhancing the Millennium Country Park, our flagship site, to benefit both people and wildlife. The Park comprises a mosaic of woodland, wetland, grassland and open water habitats, 12 km of multi-user access routes, and accommodates the Forest Centre, our large purpose-built visitor centre which generates the revenue to manage the Park.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:16:14 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Avon Gorge & Downs Summer Volunteer, Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project
Volunteer Admin Assistant, Avon Wildlife Trust / AWT Ecological Consultancy
Consultancy Assistant, Avon Wildlife Trust / AWT Ecological Consultancy
Summer Canal Restoration Volunteers, Waterway Recovery Group
Volunteer Trainee Assistant, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Data Access Internship, RSPB

The National Trust is looking for a Head Ranger

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 14:07:04 +0100

For Leith Hill Place Estate Yard, Nr Dorking, Surrey
Provide leadership to team of wardens and volunteers, you’ll develop and drive projects that work in line with our overriding strategic plan and individual property plans. Appling business acumen, you’ll manage substantial budgets, and consider new ways to generate income.

Cirencester College have a vacancy for a Lecturer within Environment & Conservation.

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:29:33 +0100

Required from August 2010. This post offers a tremendous opportunity for someone with energy and ideas to join us in developing this curriculum area. The role will involve both classroom teaching and leading practical, outdoor conservation work, therefore we are looking for someone academically qualified but who can also demonstrate practical skills and experience.

A Pastures New advisor is required for Dorset Wildlife Trust

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:13:59 +0100

Full time – 35 hours/wk. Pastures New is an ambitious landscape scale grassland restoration project which aims to restore and link West Dorset’s chalk grassland and lowland meadows. Dorset Wildlife Trust is seeking an enthusiastic individual to work within our West Dorset Team. The postholder will carry out a range of work, in particular providing advice to farmers on habitat management, government grant schemes and other grant aiding opportunities.

Warwickshire County Council are seeking a Weekend Assistant Countryside Ranger

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:02:51 +0100

Part time 7.5hrs on a Saturday plus bank holidays with varied hours including covering park opening/closing times. Duration of employment: May Until September 25th 2010. Based at our busiest site Kingsbury Water Park which comprises of meadow woodland and lakes receiving over 340,000 visitors each year. As well as the regular duties of helping the public to have an enjoyable visit, carrying out routine maintenance and opening/closing the park, you will assist with delivering holiday activities, guided walks and events.

Woodland Trust have a vacancy for a Conservation Adviser

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:48:09 +0100

Reporting to the Conservation Team Leader you will be a key member of our Public Affairs team, providing advice on conservation issues to departments across the organisation. You will also assist in advocacy of the Trust’s conservation approach to decision makers across the UK, and act as a public spokesperson, representing the Woodland Trust’s approach to conservation..

Silvanus, part of Glendale’s South West region are seeking a Woodlands & Estates Operative – Bristol

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:21:09 +0100

We undertake arboriculture (local authority, utility, private and commercial clients), rurally based countryside work (including tree planting, fencing, habitat management, public rights-of-way work) and soft landscape construction.

Silvanus Services / Glendale require a Contract Supervisor - Bristol

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:16:53 +0100

Based at our Bristol office, covering Bristol, North Somerset and the wider Avon area you will have practical knowledge and skills in woodland, countryside or land management, carrying out tree planting, invasive weed control, rural fencing, woodland & estates management works and public rights of way maintenance.

Sussex Wildlife Trust is seeking an Interpretation Officer - Woods Mill, Sussex

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:33:47 +0100

28 hours per week
To join our marketing team to develop and deliver interpretation for the Trust in accordance with our Interpretation Strategy.

Groundwork Kent & Medway are looking to recruit a part-time ‘Gardening Skills’ Officer

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:33:32 +0100

Fixed term contract 12 months, 20 hrs per week based in our Gillingham office.
To manage our very successful and growing programme of work with secondary schools within the Medway area. You will need to engage, motivate and build the confidence of the disaffected young people we work with, through a programme of vocational horticultural training.

Culag Enterprises is seeking a Rural Skills Business Development Manager

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:08:41 +0100

Based in Lochinver. Initially to end of March 2011
Culag Enterprises is close to completing a high quality 4.5km path across varied terrain in Assynt on the west coast of Sutherland. You will tender for and project manage path construction and other related contracts; provide on site team leadership and assist in development of future strategy and business plans.

KTP Associate - Soil Information System Designer at Cranfield University

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 16:08:11 +0100

3-year Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) collaborative development project between Cranfield University and Produce World Ltd. You will be based at the Produce World head offices in Yaxley, Peterborough. The aim of the project is to develop and implement a company-scale soil information system to map, assess and monitor the soil resources within Produce World, that will form the basis of management, risk assessment and decision support tools.

Urgently required Field Ecologists at Aspect Ecology

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:47:00 +0100

Essex Wildlife Trust is looking for a Seasonal Education Officer

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:46:36 +0100

Fingringhoe Wick and Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre and Nature Reserves (Part-time casual)
To deliver an inspiring education programme that aims to change behaviour and lifestyle. This post involves running informal and formal wildlife themed environmental activity sessions and events for a range of ages and abilities from toddlers to adults.

The National Trust requires a Propagator

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:46:22 +0100

Location: Mount Stewart Garden, Newtownards, Down, Northern Ireland
You’ll look after the day-to-day management of the nursery, propagating and producing a wide variety of plants (for both permanent and seasonal display) for the garden, paying close attention to our Priority Propagation programme and Conservation Plan. This will include managing stock control, plant production and plant movement records

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is looking for a Wiltshire and Swindon Biodiversity Action Plan Officer

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 09:50:17 +0100

Based : Devizes
To support the creation of Living Landscapes across Wiltshire and Swindon and the halting of biodiversity decline through the co-ordination and support of the delivery of the Wiltshire and Swindon Biodiversity Action Plans.
Working with BAP partners, Trust staff, volunteers, and the wider community your role will be to coordinate the implementation of the Wiltshire and Swindon BAP’s and lead on the implementation of selected BAP actions by developing new projects and project partnerships.

Silvanus Services, a division of Glendale, has a position available in its Newbury based countryside team for a Woodlands & Estates Management team member.

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:50:39 +0100

We work for a wide variety of clients carrying out tree planting, spraying, maintenance, fencing, scrub control and landscaping. Competitive hourly rate and non contributory pension scheme. 40 hours per week on a permanent contract.

Groundwork North East are seeking a Senior Project Officer

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:25:56 +0100

Part-time, 3 days, per week. Groundwork aims to be the UK’s leading environmental regeneration charity, working through partnership to create communities in which people are proud to live and work. The Trust is developing and delivering a programme of community-led green space improvements working in partnership with Voluntary and Health sectors.

Maelor Forest Nurseries Ltd have a vacancy for a 1 Year Graduate Placement

Tue, 20 Apr 2010 11:17:55 +0100

We are a wholesale bareroot tree nursery, 175ha in area, located on the Shropshire-Wrexham border. We supply native, local provenance certified broadleaves for woodland creation and hedging, improved varieties of conifers to the commercial forestry market, and Christmas Trees. We grow trees from seed and vegetative propagation (VP); we have an extensive sitka spruce VP programme involving improved varieties of sitka. This placement is designed to give experience throughout the whole of the nursery.

Learning Adviser for The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT)

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:05:08 +0100

WWT HQ, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire
Help the organisation develop engaging experiences for our visitors, and for schools in particular. This role will support staff and volunteers across all our centres to develop, implement and evaluate our learning and engagement work.

National Trust are advertising for a Senior Ranger

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:44:51 +0100

Location:Maidenhead & Cookham Commons
Supervising volunteers and working with other rangers, you’ll foster an atmosphere of enthusiasm, commitment and confidence as you oversee the protection and improvement of these unique green spaces. You’ll help us achieve the perfect balance between access, conservation, presentation and interpretation, always bringing it back to our overriding vision of enjoyable visitor experiences.

Sayers Croft Environmental Educational Trust are looking for a Community Education Officer

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:46:18 +0100

Near the Surrey/Sussex border
Weekend and evening working will be involved and local residence will thus be essential.
The post-holder will run a comprehensive activity programme for individuals, families, local schools and other groups with emphasis on those who would not otherwise have access due to physical, mental, financial cultural or social circumstances.

Graduate Assistant Instructor at Sayers Croft Field Centre

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:45:50 +0100

Surrey
Fixed Term Contract (1 year), some weekend and evening working will be involved but as part of a 36 hour working week.
The post will involve teaching sessions for residential groups or day visits, mainly for primary and lower secondary age children. Topics include environmental education, adventure, craft and challenge activities.

Denbighshire County Council need Little Tern Wardens

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:45:22 +0100

1 for 4 months & 2 for 3 months. Seasonal from 1st May 2010
Based at Gronant Dunes
The Little Tern is one of Britain’s rarest sea birds. During the breeding season, the terns nesting site needs protection against disturbance by visitors and predation by birds of prey, crows and foxes. The perimeter fencing needs to be maintained and any predators threatening the colony must be actively discouraged.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 11:21:56 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Conservation Trainee, Reserves (Berkshire) x 2, Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust
Fundraising Assistants, The Tourism & Conservation Partnership
Charity Launch Events Assistants, The Tourism & Conservation Partnership
Volunteer Countryside Warden x 2, The National Trust
Trainee Reserves Officer (Volunteer Post), Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust
Volunteer Trainee Assistant - Bringing Quarries Alive, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Youth & Schools Volunteer Officer (VO), BTCV Cornwall

Assistant Reserves Officer (Berkshire/Warburg) for Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:11:55 +0100

Permanent contract
3 days per week to be based in our Berkshire Office at Woolley Firs nr. Maidenhead, Berks
2 days per week (flexible) to be based at Warburg Nature Reserve, nr. Henley, Oxon
Help deliver practical conservation work and biological surveying, to benefit wildlife and the visitor experience across the Trust’s nature reserves in Berkshire, and at the Warburg Nature Reserve in Oxfordshire.

Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust is looking for a Reserves Management Planning Officer

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:27:59 +0100

HQ, Slimbridge
fixed-term contract for two years
To support the Head of Reserves Management, working on design and implementation of best practice habitat and species management across all our centres. Involves developing reserve management plans, helping to develop projects to enhance biodiversity management. This role will also advise on monitoring processes.

Natural Power are looking for two Ecology (fieldworkers)

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 11:27:42 +0100

1 post based: Falkirk or Dalry
1 post based: Inverness
You will be responsible for carrying out ecological surveys which includes onshore and offshore bird surveys, water quality monitoring, vegetation / habitat surveys, meteorological monitoring and mammal surveys. You will also be expected to produce reports and maintain the field sheets and work logs.

Forestry Commission England require an Education Officer.

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:21:10 +0100

You'll develop, promote and deliver our popular educational programme at Delamere which last year attracted 2000 school children to visit the forest and enjoy various learning activities. This will also include working to increase the number of groups visiting from urban areas.

Northumberland Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Conservation Officer – Wildlife Sites

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:56:07 +0100

Principally be responsible for managing the non-statutory Local Sites system across Northumberland, which will involve survey, mapping, advisory work and some land use planning. In addition you will work with partner organisations on campaigns, advocacy and policy, with a focus on land use planning, biodiversity and agriculture.

Northumberland Wildlife Trust are seeking a People And Wildlife Officer

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:49:05 +0100

Deliver our “Living Waterways” project in partnership with the Environment Agency. This project, running until March 2012, will work to improve the status of watercourses with better management, habitat creation and other initiatives for Biodiversity Action Plan species and habitats.

Coinros Countryside Services require a new team member.

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 11:33:49 +0100

To join our 3 person team of countryside contractors. This position is full time and salary is negotiable depending upon experience.

The National Trust requires a Project Co-ordinator - Derwentwater Foreshore Project

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:27:26 +0100

Location: Borrowdale, Derwentwater, Lake District, Cumbria.
Get the best from Derwentwater Foreshore by balancing access, enjoyment, interpretation and educational needs. Reach new and broader audiences, implement the Audience Development Action Plan by involving local authorities, agencies, partners and communities. You’ll lead a dedicated team of volunteers and, with their help, run a range of activities and events to promote the project’s aims.

National Trust needs a Countryside Manager (Cliveden Property Group)

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:32:27 +0100

Based at Cliveden, you’ll also cover a range of National Trust countryside areas including Runnymede and Ankerwycke, Maidenhead and Cookham Commons, Finchampstead Ridges, Dorneywood and land at Stoke Poges.
You’ll assist in developing and delivering conservation plans and overseeing the countryside operational work.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is looking for a Conservation Officer

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:21:08 +0100

Based Retford and Nottingham
Regular weekend, Bank Holiday and evening working will be required.
Help deliver the Trust's vision of a Living Landscape for wildlife and people in the Idle Valley and beyond. The postholder will provide conservation management advice to landowners, liaise closely with local authorities, and identify and pursue habitat creation opportunities.

Forth Valley & Lomond LEADER Local Action Group is recruiting a Development Officer

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:20:48 +0100

Provide project development support to applicants and potential applicants to the LEADER programme. LEADER is a programme of European and Scottish Government funding to support pilot and innovative grassroots projects across rural Scotland.

Women and Work - £450 Funding Training

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:17:58 +0100

The Women and Work Programme, Sector Pathways Initiative from Lantra, the Sector Skills Council for environment and land-based industries are pleased to launch the next phase of funding.
Lantra Skills Coach, Angela Kimberley brings you the opportunity to apply for a £450 grant.

1000 jobs.

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:50:43 +0100

CJS Weekly - 1000 new paid posts advertised this year already. And as you'd expect with CJS, all within countryside and conservation.

General Manager required at WWT Slimbridge,

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:20:02 +0100

Gloucestershire
To take the centre forward, ensure its effective operation and growth. A wide range of responsibilities including the overall day to day management of the centre, development of business opportunities and the promotion of the centre and our vital conservation work.

Seasonal Bat Survey Assistant, Angela Graham Bat Consultancy Service.

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:19:33 +0100

I am a self-employed ecologist based in Bury, just north of Manchester, who needs self-employed ecologists (or volunteer ecologists on travelling expenses) to help mainly with evening and dawn visits to observe for bat emergence from, and return to, buildings.

Peak District National Park Authority has a vacancy for a Tree Conservation Officer

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:19:14 +0100

See website for more.

Waterside Community Ranger for Forestry Commission England

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:18:59 +0100

New Forest
10 months fixed term for maternity cover which may be extended or made permanent
You’ll undertake community outreach work within the Waterside area of the New Forest, providing opportunities for targeted sections of the community to access and use the area.

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 10:54:10 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Volunteers, The Wildlife For All Trust
Summer Volunteer Visitor Services Assistant Placement, The National Trust
Volunteer Officer, BTCV Skelton Project
44- Week Volunteer Visitor Services Placement, The National Trust
Volunteer Warden, National Trust & Quantock Hills AONB Service
Sharpham Outdoors Administrative & Fundraising Intern, The Sharpham Trust
Volunteers, Suffolk Wildlife Trust
Leafy Marketing Manager, Lightfoot Eco-Adventures For Youth (Leafy)
4 x V Volunteering Opportunities, BTCV

John Muir Trust requires a Membership Manager

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:29:15 +0100

Based in Edinburgh or Pitlochry
To allow for the continued development of the Trust there is a need to maintain and expand the membership and supporter base. The key aspects of the job are to build relationships with existing members/supporters and recruit new members to the Trust.

Fera are requiting four Assistant Ornithologist/Ecologists

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:13:30 +0100

Fixed Term Appointment (36 months) with possibility of extension or permanency
Provide research support to the Programme by undertaking wildlife management and animal welfare projects.

Transition Black Isle wishes to appoint a Ross-shire Projects Co-ordinator

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:13:02 +0100

Working on a contract basis from home, for overseeing a variety of initiatives from growing food to saving energy.
Approx 2 days per week till end of March 2011

Durham Wildlife Trust in partnership with Northumbrian Water Ltd is looking for a Heart of Durham Project Officer

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:12:38 +0100

The project will work to develop a network of habitat enhancement and creation schemes across a wide area.
The project officer will implement biodiversity enhancements and ongoing site management activities at Northumbrian Water sites within the project area.

Recruitment of Marine Officers by Wales Environment Link

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:12:12 +0100

We are recruiting a team to lead an exciting project funded by a coalition of Charitable Trusts, to ensure the swift and effective implementation of the Marine and Coastal Access Act 2009 in Wales.
Three posts are available, to be based with our member organisations:
Marine Policy Officer (Marine Spatial Planning and Licensing)
WWF Cymru, Cardiff
Marine Policy Officer (Nature Conservation and Marine Protected Areas)
RSPB Cymru, Cardiff
Marine Campaign and Advocacy Officer
Wildlife Trusts Wales, Cardiff (with some flexibility to work from home or Tondu / Monmouth Office)
These posts are fixed term contracts to 31st March 2013.

Gwent Wildlife Trust are seeking a Project Officer to lead the Perllanau Gwent (Gwent Orchards) Project.

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 15:46:56 +0100

Part-time (3 days/week), 2 year fixed term contract. The Project aims to conserve and restore traditional orchards across Gwent by carrying out detailed surveys and mapping, and by encouraging and supporting individuals and community groups in caring for their orchard heritage.

Education Manager (Maternity cover) is required for the Lancashire Wildlife Trust.

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 14:54:26 +0100

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain management experience within one of the largest and most innovative Wildlife Trust education departments.

Glenqicken Farm require an Under-Keeper/Farm/Trout fishery worker.

Thu, 8 Apr 2010 14:21:01 +0100

Based in S.W. Scotland with an immediate start. We run a small family shoot at present that has a lot of potential, we rear our own pheasants, there is also a small grouse moor that can be developed, we have a well established commercial trout fishery that has gained a reputation for quality fishing and we run a small farming enterprise with stables, pedigree cattle and sheep.

Countryside Council For Wales are advertising for a Community Strategy Advisor

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:41:09 +0100

Location: Cardiff, Abergavenny or Newtown
This is a fixed term, pensionable part-time appointment of 14.5 hours a week to cover the maternity leave. This is currently expected to end in May 2011, but may end earlier or later.
This job helps to sustain Wales’ natural heritage so that everyone can enjoy it and benefit from it. You will do this by engaging with local communities and other key stakeholders to deliver our corporate priorities, and input into local community strategies across Wales and also increase the capacity of others outside of CCW to deliver work programmes emerging from the strategies.

Escot Camp Wild is looking for Summer Camp Lead Instructors and Interns

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:40:05 +0100

Escot Park in east Devon.
This is a live in position from July 12th to August 28th 2010 with time off in the evening and over the weekends. There is a mandatory week of staff training July 5th to July 9th (no exceptions).
The role of lead instructors and Interns is vital in the delivery of an excellent and professional residential environmental education programme to children between the ages of 8 and 12 and day sessions for 6 and 7 year olds.

Central Rivers Initiative / OnTrent Project Manager for Staffordshire Wildlife Trust

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 16:39:42 +0100

Based: The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge, Stafford.
Full time contract until 31/03/2011; Guaranteed 14 hours per week thereafter until 31/03/2013 with the likelihood of the position remaining full time.
The Central Rivers Initiative and the OnTrent Initiative jointly seek an experienced project manager, who shares the vision of a landscape rich in wildlife in the Trent Valley.

CJS Monthly, April Edition

Tue, 6 Apr 2010 15:18:28 +0100

April edition of CJS Monthly.
Now online in full, two pages this month plus five additional pages of Events Diary.

Page 1
Ecologists & Senior Ecologists, baker shepherd gillespie
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Page 2
Conservation Advisor (Farming), Exmoor National Park
Details

Area / Site Ranger, Dorset County Council
Details

British Wildlife Photography Awards 2010 press release
Details

Short Term Site Supervisors, Thomson Habitats
Details

CJS Monthly, April edition, complete edition as PDF (2mb)
Details

Get CJS Monthly as an e-book! Read it here.
Details

Events Diary for April / March. (36kb)
Details

Latest adverts for volunteers

Mon, 5 Apr 2010 14:26:40 +0100

Vacancies for volunteers
Wardening, Footpath Work, Conservation & Learning Projects, National Trust
Residential Volunteers, RSPB
Woodland Webguide, The Woodland Trust
Volunteer Guides & Stewards, Bristol Natural History Consortium
Volunteers, London & West Middlesex National Trust Volunteers
Assistant Grazing Warden, The National Trust
Intern, The Wilderness Foundation UK

Direct Ecology Ltd require a Consultant Ecologist

Fri, 2 Apr 2010 11:36:09 +0100

To assist at a small ecological consultancy. The candidate should have experience of field surveying and report writing and be educated to degree level.

UK Youth is currently seeking a full time Environmental Activities Instructor to work at its activity centre in the heart of the New Forest.

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:56:30 +0100

Working in an enjoyable, busy atmosphere, you will be required to instruct on a wide range of environment and some activity sessions and Forest Schools(depending on experience but training is available), and work with a diverse range of groups, including schools, youth groups, adults and individuals with additional support needs.

MKA Ecology require an Ecologist

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:44:24 +0100

With 2-3 years’ experience of consultancy to support our continuing expansion, preferably with a specialism in bats.

An Entry level Ecologist is required for MKA Ecology

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:37:28 +0100

A growing ecological consultancy based just outside Cambridge. With one or more field specialism, evidenced by voluntary or paid fieldwork experience to support our continuing expansion.

Scottish Natural Heritage require an Area Officer.

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 14:12:43 +0100

Based in Stirling with a focus on local delivery of the Scottish Rural Development Programme (SRDP) Rural Priorities.

Dartington Schumacher College are seeking an Administrator

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 12:32:18 +0100

Within Vocational Studies to be part of the development and provision of green skills training the College – The International Centre for Sustainable Living at Dartington.

CJS Focus on Volunteering

Mon, 8 Feb 2010 16:34:11 +0000

In association with BTCV's Carbon Army
Published today.

Contains hundreds of volunteer placements and details of volunteer programmes both nationally and overseas.
20 pages of fascinating articles, information, and contacts.
Articles from BTCV, Wildlife Trusts, RSPB, Forestry Commission, British Waterways and others.

CJS Focus on Trees and Hedges

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Published today 23 November 2009.
In association with the Tree Council for National Tree Week
Includes articles on hedge trees, hedgelaying, coppicing and pollarding, charcoal burning, importance of orchards, threats to and reintroduction of juniper and an update on some of the latest threats to our national tree stock. Lots of useful contacts and adverts too.
8 pages this edition

CJS Focus on Urban Greenspace

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:32:32 +0100

Published today 17 August 2009.
In association with the Land Restoration Trust

9 pages of fascinating articles, information, adverts and useful contacts.

CJS Daily Online

ADAS UK Ltd have an exciting career opportunity for an Environmental Clerk

University of Aberdeen have an opening for a Technician­ - Population Ecology Technician

Sparsholt College Hampshire require a Sessional Lecturer – Fishery Studies

Worcestershire Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Water and Wetlands Officer

An Estate Warden is required for Northmoor Trust

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) need a Species Monitoring Assistant (job-share)

Countryside Council for Wales are looking for a Species Officer

Latest adverts for volunteers

Severn Trent Water have a vacancy for a Ranger

The Peak District NPA have an opening fo an Ecologist

National Trust have vacancies for 3 Rangers

National Trust require an Agricultural Environmental Officer

Severn Trent Water have a vacancy for a Head Ranger

The National Trust require a Warden to be based at White Horse Hill, Lamborn, Berkshire

Bicton College have an opening for a Lecturer In Arboriculture

The National Trust have a vacancy for a Garden Community Warden

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation is seeking to recruit a Rural Sports Tourism Team (four posts)

ADAS are recruiting a Senior Ecologist (South East England & East Anglia)

National Trust needs a Gardener

Latest adverts for volunteers

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust are recruiting a Wildlife in the City Project Officer and a P/T Wildlife in the City Young Persons Worker.

Hampshire County Council have a vacancy for a Senior Ecologist

The Woodlands Farm Trust have an opening for an Education Officer

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust requires a part time Eco Minds Project Officer

The National Trust have an opening for a Ranger to be based in Mid Cornwall

The Macaulay Institute have a vacancy for a Local Biodiversity Action Plan Co-ordinator

The National Trust require 2 Rangers to be based at Hadrian’s Wall & Housesteads Fort

Dorset Wildlife Trust, on behalf of a project partnership involving Weymouth and Portland Borough Council, Dorset County Council and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds is seeking to employ a dynamic team to deliver an exciting new project in Weymouth and Portland.

Countryside Management Apprentice and three Countryside Management Assistants with West Sussex County Council

National Trust requires a Head Ranger

Bicton College in rural Devon require an enthusiastic and hardworking (0.5) Instructor and (0.5) Instructor / Technician

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust need a Reserves Officer

Project Officer, Common Sense Project with the Gower Commoners Association

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation is looking to recruit a GIS & Data Officer

Latest adverts for volunteers

Kent Wildlife Trust have an opportunity for a Volunteer Unpaid Trainee Warden Ashford Area [Up To Two Posts]

Heritage Project Officer with the Steel Valley Project

Vacancies for Assistant Ecologists at Ecology Solutions

Newcastle City Council is looking for a number of staff to help deliver the Ouseburn Parks Project. Four posts.

NVA are seeking to employ a Project Coordinator for the SAGE (Sow and Grow Everywhere) Project,

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust are seeking a Biodiversity Project Manager

Shropshire Council is seeking a Community Biodiversity Project Officer

Education Team Member at Epping Forest Field Centre

A Centre Assistant is required at Epping Forest Field Centre

Senior Warden and Warden required at WWT Caerlaverock

Experienced bat surveyors are required by ecosulis

CJS Monthly, July Edition

Suffolk Coastal District Council are looking for 2 enthusiastic Countryside Rangers

Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant (Lichens and Bryophytes) at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE).

Worcester City Council are looking to recruit a Green Network Ranger

Thomson Ecology has opportunities for Ecologists

Kent High Weald Countryside Partnership - Education Officer with Kent County Council

Latest adverts for volunteers

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, on behalf of the SMLLPS Board, seeks an experienced development officer/project manager.

Suffolk Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Conservation Planner

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Forever Meadows Project Officer

Social Enterprise Development Officer for Community Woodlands Association

Sheffield City Council need to recruit an Allotment Officer

Essex Wildlife Trust is looking for a Forest School Officer

A Fundraising Manager is required by Norfolk Wildlife Trust.

Norfolk Wildlife Trust have a vacancy for a Volunteer Coordinator

Countryside Operations Manager for the National Trust

Assistant Rural Estate Manager with Landmarc Support Services Limited

The National Trust are looking for a Ranger

Latest adverts for volunteers

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust seeks to appoint a Wild Went Water Voles Project Officer (Part Time)

Ranscombe Project Manager with Plantlife

Groundwork South West are looking for a Clay Country Greenspace Development Worker

Applicants are sought for three posts which make up the Boro Becks team

UPDATE: National Trust has a vacancy for a Project Officer

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust seeks to appoint a Community and Wildlife Officer for Hull.

WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire are recruiting a General Manager

An Environmental Education Manager is required for Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust.

Silvanus Services, a division of Glendale, have an opening for a Countryside Team Member.

Fowlescombe Farm have a vacancy for a Countryside Ranger

The British Trust for Ornithology is seeking applications for a Research Ecologist - Demography

Surrey Wildlife Trust require a Ranger - Deer Grazing Project

Professional Short Courses

ARCH - Project and Communications Co-Ordinator for Kent County Council

University of Aberdeen have an opening for a Technician - Population Ecology Technician