Join our dynamic Environmental Services team as a Conservation Officer.
We seek an enthusiastic individual with a passion for conservation to join our team.
Smestow Valley Local Nature Reserve is a unique natural and historical site with excellent opportunities for leisure, wellbeing, and tourism.
Key responsibilities:
* Assist in the operational management of SVLNR, including maintenance programmes and contractors.
* Develop and operate management plans, and deliver biodiversity projects.
* Engage with government agencies, local authorities, and community groups to deliver management plan objectives.
* Help set operational standards and services, and work with the Friends Group to deliver site improvement projects.
Requirements:
* GCSEs including English and Maths.
* HNC in Environmental Studies or relevant experience.
* Current full driving licence.
* Experience in habitat creation, ecological improvement, and management.
* Biodiversity and nature conservation knowledge in the UK.
* Good organisational and time management skills.
For full details, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Contact Tanzil Awal at for further information.
Interviews and site walk scheduled for week commencing 9th December 2024.
This project is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund.