Outdoor Conservation Ranger: Habitat & Community Impact

National Trust; Green Hailey; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

National Trust in the Chilterns is seeking a Ranger to safeguard wildlife and habitats while engaging local communities. You will help care for sites across the Chilterns, deliver Environmental Stewardship projects, and work with partners to protect landscapes.

The role requires practical conservation experience, strong planning, teamwork, and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences. You’ll work 37.5 hours per week, with occasional weekends and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Conservation experience protecting habitats.
• Able to plan and prioritise work.
• Strong team collaboration.
• Confident communicating with diverse audiences.
• Work safely with risk assessments.
• Able to operate machinery with relevant certifications.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage countryside sites in Chilterns.
• Deliver Environmental Stewardship work.
• Protect and restore habitats and landscapes.
• Engage with local communities.
• Work 37.5 hours per week with on-call duties.

Skills

Conservation work

Organisation

Teamwork

Communication

Risk assessment

Machinery operation

Driving licence

Job description

National Trust in the Chilterns is seeking a Ranger to safeguard wildlife and habitats while engaging local communities. You will help care for sites across the Chilterns, deliver Environmental Stewardship projects, and work with partners to protect landscapes.

The role requires practical conservation experience, strong planning, teamwork, and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences. You’ll work 37.5 hours per week, with occasional weekends and on-call duties.