Based in Horncastle, Lincolnshire
Fixed term contract
Circa £26,000 pa, pension contribution, flexible working arrangements
Job Overview
We are seeking to recruit a Peatlands Project Officer to work with our partners within the Humberhead Levels. The individual needs to have a ‘can do’ attitude working with people to secure opportunities for large scale nature recovery across the Lincolnshire peatlands within the Natural Character Area (NCA39) and working with their counterparts within Nottinghamshire and Yorkshire.
Responsibilities
1. Understand and apply environmental legislation in England including the Environment Act and the Government’s Environmental Improvement Plan.
2. Recognize the role of peatlands in achieving Net Zero and the importance of restoring and enhancing peatland sites.
3. Secure excellent water resource management for cultural, natural, and historic heritage purposes.
4. Work with land managers, authorities, and other bodies to deliver peatland restoration and monitoring in a lowland setting.
Qualifications
1. Experience in partnership working, advocacy, and project management.
2. Excellent communication skills and a high level of commitment to nature’s recovery.
3. A relevant environmental qualification or equivalent working experience.
4. A full current UK driving licence.
Supported by The Nature for Climate Peatland Restoration Grant Scheme and the EU Life Moor Space funded project.
Further details and an application form can be found here. CVs alone will not be accepted.
Closing date: noon on Wednesday 7 May 2025
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