Peatlands Conservation Ranger

Mourne Heritage Trust; Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional conservation organization is seeking a Peatlands Conservation Ranger to work full-time on environmental projects. The ideal candidate should have a Level 6 degree in an environmental field and experience working with contractors and stakeholders. Responsibilities include engaging with key partners, overseeing project implementation, and conducting field surveys. This role offers a competitive salary and the possibility of hybrid working arrangements along with a contributory pension.

Benefits

Contributory pension with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Experience working as part of a dedicated project team.
• Experience of working with contractors, landowners, and key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of field survey techniques.

Responsibilities

• Engage with partners including landowners and farmers.
• Oversee conservation projects effectively.
• Perform field surveys using GIS techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of GIS software

Education

Level 6 (Degree) in an environmental related subject

Tools

Microsoft Office (including Excel)

Job description

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Peatlands Conservation Ranger

Job Summary

The Peatland Conservation Ranger should be educated to Level 6 (Degree) in an environmental related subject and have experience of working with contractors, landowners, farmers/graziers and other key stakeholders.

You will

• have experience of working as part of a dedicated project team.
• have with good all-round communication and organisational skills.
• knowledge of field survey techniques using GIS software. be competent in Microsoft Office including excel.

Salary

NJC Pts 12-15; £28,598-£30,024 gross per annum. Contributory pension with employers pension contribution 5% per annum Appointment will be made at the first point of the scale.

Hours

Full-time hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Will require some weekend and evening work.

Location

Based at Mourne Heritage Trust (MHT) offices, 19 Causeway Road, Newcastle with hot desk access at other locations, and hybrid working by agreement. Occasional travel throughout the UK and Ireland will be required.

Contract

Fixed Term Contract to 31st March 2029, unless SEUPB extension is approved or continued funding becomes available. This post is subject to a 6-month probationary period Secondment can be considered.

Project Details

The PEAT+ project is led by Ulster Wildlife and is supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).

For more information or to request an application pack, please email mht(AT)mourne.co.uk.

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