Outdoor Conservation Assistant: Restore Habitats

Lowther Castle; Penrith; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts across Lowther group

Job summary

Lowther Castle is seeking a Conservation Assistant to join the team at Lowther Estate, Cumbria. You will work mainly with the Conservation Manager and Ecologist on a wide range of practical nature conservation tasks, outdoors in all weathers.

The role is permanent/full-time, 40 hours per week, with weekend rota. Be prepared for physical tasks, beekeeping some days, and occasional cattle work; a full driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience in conservation, horticulture, farming, forestry, or other outdoor roles is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Conservation Manager and Ecologist with a wide variety of practical tasks.
• Carry out nature conservation work across the estate, including planting trees and habitat restoration.
• Repair fences and help move cattle as needed.
• Check mink traps and propagate wildflower plug plants in the on-site nursery.
• On occasion, participate in beekeeping activities with Lake District Honey Company.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Outdoor practical experience

Willingness to work outside

Job description

Lowther Castle is seeking a Conservation Assistant to join the team at Lowther Estate, Cumbria. You will work mainly with the Conservation Manager and Ecologist on a wide range of practical nature conservation tasks, outdoors in all weathers.

The role is permanent/full-time, 40 hours per week, with weekend rota. Be prepared for physical tasks, beekeeping some days, and occasional cattle work; a full driving licence is required.