Reserves Officer (Hook)

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local environmental organization is seeking a Reserves Officer in Hook to manage habitat restoration projects. This full-time role involves working with various stakeholders to deliver on ecological objectives and maintain reserve infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in habitat management and strong teamwork skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a contributory pension and learning support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Learning and development support

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in habitat management and ecological surveying.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively with volunteers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage habitat restoration projects at designated sites.
• Deliver objectives of the Countryside Stewardship Scheme.
• Maintain reserve infrastructure and gather ecological data.

Job description

Reserves Officer (Hook)

Full Time – 35 Hours per Week

Salary: £26,780 to £31,600 gross per annum depending on skills and experience

Permanent Contract

Location: College Copse Farm, Hook, RG27 9AU

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is a grassroots movement working for nature’s recovery and to bring people closer to nature.

‘Our vision for a wilder future is beautiful and vital!’

Our future has to be wilder!

We are seeking a Reserves Officer (Hook) to join our cause.

Reporting to the Senior Nature Recovery Manager (North Hampshire) and functioning as a key member of the North Hampshire Area Team, this post is responsible for the habitat management of Hook Commons, Bassetts Mead and North Warnborough Greens. This portfolio of sites includes a diverse mixture of heathland, acid grassland, woodland, woodpasture and wet meadow habitats; all of which are being managed or restored to favourable condition with support from the team and in partnership with organisations such as Natural England, our inhouse grazing team, local landowners and Hook Parish Council. You will lead on wood pasture creation, heathland restoration, as well as wet meadow management on the Whitewater catchment.

The Reserves Officer (Hook) will deliver Countryside Stewardship Scheme and other work plan objectives, working with fellow staff, volunteers, contractors, project partners and the grazing team to implement habitat management activities. Estate management will also include the maintenance of reserve infrastructure and gathering ecological data through working with partners and carrying out surveying when required. This role will also involve working closely with colleagues in the north reserves team to support the team objectives across our sites including large areas of MOD estate and Pamber Forest; while also maintaining a close and supportive relationship with our grazing team.

Wild About Inclusion!
As an inclusive employer we recognise that our workforce needs to better reflect the communities in which we live and work. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our sector, including people from black, Asian, minority Ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme and more.

Closing date: 19 August 2025

To apply for the role, please visit our website