Job Responsibilities
Manage countryside (farmland, meadows, woodland, coast, cliffs, beaches, etc) to benefit wildlife, recreation, people and tenants. Manage a team of Rangers and volunteers, manage budgets and grants, contribute to strategic direction of the property. Manage contractors. Develop outdoor activity/engagement programme
Majority of time is spent doing
Managing people, staff, contractors. Developing plans to benefit wildlife and/or access/recreation provision
Time is spent mainly indoors
Seasonal Variation:
Summer tends to be more people focussed as the property is in a seasonally busy tourist area, also more access work in Summer as remote places are more accessible, winter is more habitat management focussed
Qualifications needed:
Degree level or equivalent (in a relevant subject) and c. 5 years experience in a countryside career or demonstrable experience to show equivalent knowledge and skills
Additional training: Practical skills (chainsaw, brushcutter, tractor driving, first aid, 4 x 4 driving, use of GIS systems,
Skills needed: People skills, ability to work with minimum supervision, budget management skills, habitat management skills, verbal and writing skills, managing volunteers, knowledge of health and safety and compliance
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