Lead Conservation Warden – Dorset Reserves

Dorset Wildlife Trust; Chiswell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset Wildlife Trust invites applications for a full-time estate and conservation wardens role across South Dorset reserves, including Lorton Meadows and Purbeck heaths. You will lead practical conservation work, protect habitats, and support volunteers and staff on site.

Based at the Dorset Wildlife Trust HQ, Brooklands Farm, Dorchester, the role offers a competitive salary from £28,983 plus pension and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in practical conservation management.
• Good knowledge of wildlife habitats in the area.
• Ability to lead volunteers and staff and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead volunteers and staff in practical conservation tasks.
• Coordinate estate management across Dorset Wildlife Trust reserves.
• Work with wardens as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Operate power tools and machinery safely on site.
• Manage stock and monitor habitats for heathland, meadow and woodland.

Job description

Dorset Wildlife Trust invites applications for a full-time estate and conservation wardens role across South Dorset reserves, including Lorton Meadows and Purbeck heaths. You will lead practical conservation work, protect habitats, and support volunteers and staff on site.

Based at the Dorset Wildlife Trust HQ, Brooklands Farm, Dorchester, the role offers a competitive salary from £28,983 plus pension and staff benefits.