Conservation Officer – Blackpool GreenWave

UKundwork London; Liverpool City Region, Lancashire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK environmental organization is looking for a Conservation Officer to lead impactful environmental projects in Blackpool. This full-time position involves practical conservation work and community engagement to enhance local green spaces. You will collaborate with volunteers, schools, and local groups to restore habitats while fostering a connection to nature in the community. A clear DBS check is required for this role, which offers a competitive salary and a contract until June 2028 with the potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Passion for nature and community engagement.
• Ability to motivate and train volunteers.
• Experience in practical conservation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on environmental action projects.
• Restore habitats and create green spaces.
• Work collaboratively with schools and community groups.

Skills

Practical conservation

Motivating others

Community engagement

Job description

Conservation Officer – Blackpool GreenWave

Closing Date: January 12, 2026

Contract Type: Paid

Region: Groundwork Cheshire, Lancashire and Merseyside

Salary: £27,336 – £30,179
Full Time: 36.25 hours per week
Pattern of Work: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm (includes 45 min unpaid lunch break). Flexible start and finish times to be agreed with line manager
Base: @TheGrange, Dinmore Avenue, Blackpool, FY3 7RW
Work Locations: Travel across Blackpool and occasional travel beyond as part of the Nature Towns and Cities network
Fixed Term Contract: Until June 2028 with potential extension, subject to available funding

Are you passionate about nature, people, and creating places where both can thrive?

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious urban nature recovery programmes.

As a Conservation Officer with Groundwork CLM’s Blackpool GreenWave partnership, you’ll lead hands‑on environmental action that brings habitats back to life and empowers local communities to take pride in their green spaces. From restoring wildflower meadows and wetlands to training volunteers and working alongside schools, community groups and partners, you’ll be at the heart of a 10‑year vision to build a healthier, greener Blackpool.

If you love practical conservation, enjoy motivating others, and want your work to make a visible and lasting difference, this is the role for you.

Join us and help create a connected, resilient natural network that supports wildlife, tackles health inequalities, and inspires people across Blackpool to get involved, get outdoors, and get excited about nature. You can find the full role description and person specification within the Recruitment Pack below.

This role requires a clear DBS check.

Apply Today

Join our passionate team, and together, let’s make a difference.

Please download and complete the above Application Form in full and email it to [e-mail] or send by post to Groundwork, 74‑80 Hallgate, Wigan, WN1 1HP by the closing date.

Please note our inbox and phone lines will be unmonitored between 24th December – 5th January 2026.

Closing date: 5pm Monday 12th January 2026

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