12-Month Estate Biodiversity Field Placement

Chester Zoo; Chester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation zoo in Chester is offering a full-time 12-month placement in their Field Programmes Department. Starting in September 2026, this role focuses on habitat management and species monitoring. Responsibilities include assisting habitat activities, conducting surveys, and managing data while working alongside the Estate Biodiversity team. Candidates must have a passion for conservation and be enrolled in a UK degree program with an industrial year. Training, uniform, and stipends are provided.

Benefits

Uniform provided

Lunch vouchers

Monthly stipends

Qualifications

• Passion for biodiversity conservation with related experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weathers.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ideally GIS software.

Responsibilities

• Assist in practical habitat management activities.
• Conduct bird surveys and butterfly transects.
• Manage data and reporting for field projects.

Skills

In situ biodiversity conservation

UK species conservation

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

GIS software

Ability to work outdoors

Education

Degree programme in relevant field

Job description

A leading conservation zoo in Chester is offering a full-time 12-month placement in their Field Programmes Department. Starting in September 2026, this role focuses on habitat management and species monitoring. Responsibilities include assisting habitat activities, conducting surveys, and managing data while working alongside the Estate Biodiversity team. Candidates must have a passion for conservation and be enrolled in a UK degree program with an industrial year. Training, uniform, and stipends are provided.