Field Team Leader, Stoat Trapping & Conservation

Countryside Classroom; Kirkwall; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Countryside Classroom, in partnership with ONWP Kirkwall, seeks an experienced field supervisor for a fixed-term role in Orkney. You will split time between field operations and leading a trapping team, ensuring safe, efficient work and proper equipment supply in challenging terrain.

The role requires experience in field work or conservation biology, plus leadership and health & safety knowledge. A valid UK driving licence is essential for regular field tasks.

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience - e.g. 1+ years’ trapping experience or similar field work or a degree in conservation biology, environmental science or similar
• Understanding of invasive non-native species impacts and how to manage populations
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements for staff and volunteers
• Leadership, management, and site supervision of a diverse team
• Interpersonal skills to manage staff and develop relations with landowners/managers
• Ability to work in challenging field conditions
• Strong organisational skills and adaptability to changing work practices
• Proven track record in field work including practical skills (e.g., trapping, tracking, navigation)
• Driver’s license valid for use in the UK

Responsibilities

• Split time between field work and team management.
• Plan and prioritise trap teams activities with operations manager; ensure equipment, motivation, and workload balance.
• Carry out stoat trapping and monitoring with the team.
• Be physically fit to walk long distances in all weathers and carry heavy loads.
• Adapt to changing project methodologies within the team.

Skills

Field work experience

Leadership/ supervision

Stoat trapping

Driving licence

Health & safety knowledge

Physical fitness

Education

Degree in conservation biology / environmental science

Job description

Countryside Classroom, in partnership with ONWP Kirkwall, seeks an experienced field supervisor for a fixed-term role in Orkney. You will split time between field operations and leading a trapping team, ensuring safe, efficient work and proper equipment supply in challenging terrain.

The role requires experience in field work or conservation biology, plus leadership and health & safety knowledge. A valid UK driving licence is essential for regular field tasks.