Project Officer (West)

The Wildlife Trusts; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nature conservation charity in the UK is seeking a Project Officer to oversee habitat restoration and natural flood management projects across Yorkshire. This role involves coordinating project delivery, managing budgets, working closely with partners, and engaging volunteers. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of river and wetland habitats and enjoy hands-on work. Applicants must submit a CV and a supporting statement detailing their relevant skills and experiences. Closing date for applications is Sunday, 11th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, well-organized, and enjoys hands-on physical work.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of natural flood management and river restoration projects.
• Lead and coordinate delivery of projects on the Aire catchment.
• Manage delegated projects and budgets, collaborate with partners.

Skills

Knowledge of river and wetland habitats

Strong organizational skills

Ability to engage stakeholders

Team collaboration

Job description

Position Summary

35 hours per week

£27,697-30,811 per annum

Are you passionate about nature and looking to make a real impact on Yorkshire’s wild spaces? Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing nature conservation charities as a Project Officer.

Responsibilities

This is an exciting opportunity to join our West Project team and to undertake landscape and catchment-scale habitat restoration and creation across Yorkshire. As Project Officer you will primarily support delivery of natural flood management (NFM) and river restoration projects in the Aire catchment with the opportunity to support other projects within the West team.

You will lead and coordinate the delivery of NFM and river restoration work on the Aire catchment. In addition to managing delegated projects and budgets, you will collaborate closely with partners to develop new initiatives and secure funding, while maintaining strong relationships with funders and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include recruiting and supporting volunteers, coordinating surveys and delivering on-the-ground interventions in partnership with landowners and contractors. Ensuring timely reporting, you will assist with record keeping of interventions and surveys with some input into the project’s GIS mapping. You will also help organise and support public engagement events and activities to raise awareness of the project's value.

Qualifications

You’ll need up to date knowledge of river and wetland habitats, and enjoy undertaking regular, hands-on physical work. Self‑motivated and well‑organised, you’ll be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, and confident in engaging with stakeholders, volunteers, and contractors.

How To Apply

Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience aligned to the Person Specification within the Job Description. Please be aware that if you only submit a CV, your application may not be considered.

Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) on your supporting statement.

Application Details

Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 at 10pm

Interview date: Thursday 29th January 2026 (in person)

Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.