Field Team Leader: Stoat Eradication Specialist

Premier; Kirkwall; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

26 days' Annual Leave (Pro-Rata)

Job summary

The Orkney Native Wildlife Project (ONWP) is seeking two Trapper Team Leaders for a field-based role in Kirkwall, Orkney. You will split time between field activities and team management, ensuring equipment readiness and safe operation.

You will lead stoat trapping operations, coordinate with landowners, and maintain accurate records under an adaptive management framework. This is a fixed-term role until 31 December 2027, 37.5 hours per week, with pension and leave benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in conservation biology/environmental science or related field.
• 1+ years’ trapping or field-work experience.
• Understanding invasive species management and native wildlife benefits.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prioritise trap teams with operations manager.
• Lead 5-6 field staff and coordinate land access agreements.
• Maintain and rebait kill traps and vehicle schedules.
• Record data accurately and manage field logistics.
• Carry out stoat trapping and monitoring with the team.

Skills

Degree in conservation biology

Field leadership

Team coordination

Stout trapping experience

Interpersonal skills

Navigation & tracking

Health and safety knowledge

Driving license UK

Education

Degree in conservation biology

Or wildlife/environmental science related

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

The Orkney Native Wildlife Project (ONWP) is seeking two Trapper Team Leaders for a field-based role in Kirkwall, Orkney. You will split time between field activities and team management, ensuring equipment readiness and safe operation.

You will lead stoat trapping operations, coordinate with landowners, and maintain accurate records under an adaptive management framework. This is a fixed-term role until 31 December 2027, 37.5 hours per week, with pension and leave benefits.