Conservation Ranger: Habitat Steward & Volunteer Lead

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Wellbeing Support Framework

Training and Development

Cycle to Work Scheme

Derbyshire Rewards

Job summary

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs is seeking a Countryside Ranger to protect and manage Derbyshire’s wild spaces. Based at Middleton Top, you’ll work outdoors every day, managing habitats, engaging visitors, and supporting volunteers in practical conservation work.

You’ll join a friendly team delivering biodiversity projects, events, and education initiatives, with benefits like generous annual leave, wellbeing support, training, and a cycle-to-work scheme. Closing date 18 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Has experience in land and facilities management.
• Enjoys working with people.
• Is practical, innovative, reliable, and loves working outdoors in all weathers.
• Wants to make a real difference to nature and communities.

Responsibilities

• Manage Local Wildlife Sites and Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs).
• Lead and support volunteer groups in practical conservation work.
• Contribute to events, education, and visitor engagement.
• Be part of a team passionate about protecting and enhancing Derbyshire’s natural and built heritage.
• Deliver conservation projects, improve biodiversity, and ensure sites are safe, welcoming and inspiring for everyone.

Job description

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs is seeking a Countryside Ranger to protect and manage Derbyshire’s wild spaces. Based at Middleton Top, you’ll work outdoors every day, managing habitats, engaging visitors, and supporting volunteers in practical conservation work.

You’ll join a friendly team delivering biodiversity projects, events, and education initiatives, with benefits like generous annual leave, wellbeing support, training, and a cycle-to-work scheme. Closing date 18 October 2026.