£26,069 per annum
Fixed Term
Arundel
About The Role
The Arundel Wetland Centre is set within the Arun Valley in the South Downs National Park.
We are seeking a hardworking and proactive individual to help manage and enhance the biodiversity of the reserve to deliver a positive future for this amazing site, the staff and volunteers that work there, and all of its visitors and supporters.
The role will support the planning and practical management of the wetland reserve, species monitoring, as well as the upkeep and development of site infrastructure. In addition, the role will be part of a team providing excellent customer service and delivering high-quality public engagement.
This role is a 1-year fixed-term maternity cover position. It is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 including weekends and bank holidays.
About You
To join as our Senior Reserve Warden you’ll bring:
* Experience of working in a reserve management role with certification and experience of using machinery e.g. brushcutters, tractors, chainsaws.
* Good field skills in at least one major taxonomic group (birds, invertebrates, plants).
* A positive team player who is comfortable with risk assessments and compliance with safety procedures.
* A good mix of practical conservation and engagement experience with a track record of supervising staff and volunteers to achieve challenging conservation targets.
Why you’ll love working at WWT
* Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world.
* Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people.
* 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want.
* Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family.
* Free car parking and secure bike storage areas.
* Colleague discount on shopping and memberships.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones.
* Independent personal, workplace, and financial advice from Care first.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
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