Ranger - Dalnacardoch Job

Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Directory Entry : Wildlife and Ecology Jobs with Durrell Conservation Trust. The Durrell approach is "We pursue our mission by concentrating on four areas of specialisation, all underpinned by robust science."

To assist the Head Stalker in managing the deer population to allow woodland expansion and restoration of other ecosystems, whilst in the presence of deer. This will involve targeted deer control across the 76 sq. km of Dalnacardoch Estate in the Cairngorms National Park, in remote locations and at high altitudes.

Assisting the Estate’s ecologist in monitoring biodiversity to track the progress of a landscape-scale rewilding project being delivered by Durrell over the next 100 years. This will include undertaking surveys and recording rare species, ecosystem monitoring, and liaison with external contractors and University partners carrying out monitoring activities on the land.

The role will report to the Rewilding Ecologist, working closely with on-site staff including the Head Stalker, Stalking Pony Manager, and Programme Director. The role will also engage with research partners and contractors working on the site.

Please fill in the application form and send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail], clearly stating the job you wish to apply for.