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EPIKS; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Training and development

Meaningful environmental work

Influence local projects

Supportive team

Additional hours

Job summary

EPIKS (Environment Kirklees Ltd) is seeking an Environmental Ranger in Huddersfield to support and grow our volunteer programme. The role involves organising volunteer activities, leading environmental improvement projects, and ensuring volunteers feel welcomed, supported and valued.

You will work with volunteers, community groups, businesses and partner organisations across Kirklees to enhance local habitats and green spaces, with occasional travel and outdoor duties in varied weather

Job description

Location: Huddersfield, Kirklees (with occasional travel across the district)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: The role is contracted for 7.5 hours per week. Additional paid hours may be available depending on project requirements. Some evening, weekend or bank holiday work may occasionally be required, with advance notice wherever possible.

Salary: £30,000 - £32,175 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour full-time week) dependent on experience (£15.38 - £16.50 per hour).

Closing Date: 20th October 2026

Purpose of the Role:

Support, recruit and develop volunteers who want to improve the local environment. You will organise volunteer activities, manage wildlife habitats, provide training and support, and help build relationships with community groups and employers.

About EPIKS

EPIKS (Environment Kirklees Ltd) is a not-for-profit organisation based in Huddersfield. We work with local communities, businesses and organisations to improve the environment across Kirklees.

Why Join Us?

• Improve footpaths and access routes
• Maintaining and improving wildlife habitats
• Reduce litter and waste
• Improve local green spaces

What We Offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Training and development opportunities
• Meaningful environmental work
• Opportunities to influence local projects
• Supportive team environment
• Potential for additional hours as projects grow

About the Role

As environmental ranger, you will support and grow our volunteer programme. You will organise volunteer activities, lead environmental improvement projects and make sure volunteers feel welcomed, supported and valued. You'll work closely with volunteers, community groups, businesses, other employers, and partner organisations to help improve the local environment.

This role includes outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions and may involve walking on uneven ground, lifting and carrying equipment, and undertaking practical conservation activities. These activities include maintaining footpaths, planting trees and wildflowers, improving habitats for wildlife and caring for local green & blue spaces. EPIKS is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in the environmental sector. We will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment for disabled applicants and employees. If you would like this information in another format or would like to discuss any adjustments to support your application, please contact us.