Senior Manager, Thames Basin Heaths Partnership

Natural England; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Natural England is seeking a Senior Manager for the Thames Basin Heaths Partnership (TBHP) based in the Thames Solent Team. The role leads the wardens and partners to protect the Special Protection Area from housing pressures while engaging local communities.

You will collaborate with SPA landowners, local authorities, Wildlife Trusts, the RSPB and MoD to deliver on the TBHP objectives, ensuring wildlife and habitats are safeguarded for future generations.

Responsibilities

• Line manage the wardens team (permanent and seasonal) to protect the SPA from recreational pressures arising from new housing developments.
• Oversee the TBHP project delivery within the Thames Solent Area Team.
• Engage with SPA landowners, managers and partners to raise awareness of the site's sensitivity and importance.
• Work with the TBHP Joint Strategic Partnership Board to align activities and deliver on partnership objectives.

Job description

Natural England is seeking a Senior Manager for the Thames Basin Heaths Partnership (TBHP) based in the Thames Solent Team. The role leads the wardens and partners to protect the Special Protection Area from housing pressures while engaging local communities.

You will collaborate with SPA landowners, local authorities, Wildlife Trusts, the RSPB and MoD to deliver on the TBHP objectives, ensuring wildlife and habitats are safeguarded for future generations.