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Severn Treescapes Woodland and Wetland Advisor - Worcestershire Wildlife Trust

Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per year

Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Full time

Location: Lower Smite Farm, Smite Hill Hindlip, Worcester & Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR3 8SZ

We're looking for someone who's passionate about wildlife with a strong understanding of woodland, trees outside woodland and wetland improvements for the benefit of wildlife. The Severn Treescapes project will create a 60-mile north-south corridor (1728km2) across three counties, achieving 30% woodland cover by 2035.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Level: Main
Posted: 17/07/2026

Coastal Visitor Experience Assistant - The Lulworth Estate

This is a seasonal role with shifts available until the end of October. Working hours will be a minimum of 4 days/32 hours per week on a rota basis between 7am and 9pm and will include weekends and Bank Holidays.

Salary will be £12.72 per hour plus rolled up holiday pay at 12.07% of hours worked = a total hourly rate of £14.28 per hour.

Located along the breath-taking Dorset coastline, the Lulworth Estate is a world-renowned tourism destination and home to the iconic landmarks of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove.

We are looking for enthusiastic, approachable and energetic people to become part of our vibrant team.

Closing Date: 07/08/2026
Location: Lulworth, Dorset
Level: Main
Posted: 17/07/2026

Graduate Ecology Officer - Highland Council

Salary: HC02 (£25,116.00- £25,389.00)

Location: Inverness, Kingussie or hybrid working

Are you looking for an entry level, varied and exciting role within a professional multidisciplinary Ecology Team? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

This six-month post (with possibility of extension) offers a valuable opportunity for someone passionate about the environment to gain experience and develop practical ecological survey and analytical skills within a Local Authority, in one of the UK’s most beautiful and biodiverse regions.

Closing Date: 10/08/2026
Location: Inverness
Level: Entry/Graduate
Posted: 17/07/2026

Integrated Natural Resource Scheme (INRS) Trees and Woodland Field Support Officer - Eryri National Park Authority

National Park Offices, Penrhyndeudraeth (with hybrid options)

Salary: £32,061 - £36,363 (pro rata)

Our Integrated Natural Resource Schemes aim to manage, enhance and protect our Designated Landscapes, as well as farming communities and the local economy. We are now looking for a Trees and Woodland Field Support Officer to join us on a part-time basis, working 2.5 days per week for a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2029. As a Trees and Woodland Field Support Officer, you will help deliver woodland and conservation projects that enhance Eryri’s landscapes.

Closing Date: 17/08/2026
Location: Penrhyndeudraeth
Level: Main
Posted: 17/07/2026

ERYRI Integrated Natural Resource Scheme (INRS) Projects Administrator - Eryri National Park Authority

National Park Offices, Penrhyndeudraeth (with hybrid options)

Salary: £25,583 - £26,824

We are now looking for a Projects Administrator to join us and support our INRS project on a full-time basis, working 37 hours per week for a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2029.

As a Projects Administrator, you will provide vital administrative and financial support to help deliver projects that promote regenerative farming and sustainable woodland management across Eryri National Park.

Closing Date: 17/08/2026
Location: Penrhyndeudraeth
Level: Main
Posted: 17/07/2026

Ranger / Project Manager - Wild Capital

Salary: £35,000 + (10%) performance bonus - paid biannually

Location: Ashbourne, Derbyshire

Term: Full time

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Ranger/Project Manager who can organise and supervise habitat delivery to new nature sites? Join our growing team at Wild Capital. The position is permanent with real potential to develop with the company. Based in Ashbourne, Derbyshire (hybrid working possible) there will be opportunity to travel around England to our national network of nature reserves.

Closing Date: 03/08/2026
Location: Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Level: Main
Posted: 17/07/2026

Project Lead – Integrated Natural Resource Scheme (INRS) Project Manager - Eryri National Park Authority

Salary: £34,434 - £39,862

37 hours per week, for a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2029

National Park Offices, Penrhyndeudraeth (with hybrid working options)

As the Project Lead, you will lead the delivery of Y Goeden Iawn yn y Lle Iawn, seeking to improve woodland management across the National Park. Specifically, you will engage with farmers, landowners and forest managers, identifying suitable applicants, provide advice on conservation activities and guidance for the application and delivery processes.

Closing Date: 17/08/2026
Location: Penrhyndeudraeth
Level: Management
Posted: 16/07/2026

Integrated Natural Resource Scheme (INRS) Advisor - Eryri National Park Authority

Salary: £32,061 - £36,363

37 hours per week

Fixed-term contract until 31 March 2029.

National Park Offices, Penrhyndeudraeth (with hybrid options)

As an Integrated Natural Resource Scheme (INRS) Advisor, you will support the delivery of the Ffermio Adfywiol Tirweddau Eryri project and focus on helping farmers adopt regenerative farming practices. Specifically, you will co-ordinate project and farmer engagement, helping them find the right funding, assisting with applications and monitoring delivery. Working with specialist consultants to ensure projects are delivered successfully, you’ll be the key liaison for the project and a primary point of contact.

Closing Date: 17/08/2026
Location: Penrhyndeudraeth
Level: Main
Posted: 16/07/2026

Rural Estate Supervisor - Activate Learning

This is a permanent, full-time role working 37 hours per week based at our Merrist Wood College campus.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Rural Estates Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of our thriving land-based estate at Merrist Wood College. This is an exciting opportunity to combine practical estate management with leadership, coaching and the delivery of outstanding industry-focused learning experiences.

Closing Date: 12/08/2026
Location: Merrist Wood College, GU3 3PE
Level: Senior
Posted: 16/07/2026

Assistant Ranger - Activate Learning

This is a permanent, full-time role working 37 hours per week based at our Merrist Wood College campus.

We are seeking a passionate and practical Assistant Ranger to help manage and enhance our stunning 400-acre rural estate at Merrist Wood College. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a unique environment that supports the next generation of professionals in arboriculture, forestry, countryside management, horticulture and other land-based industries. As Assistant Ranger, you will play a vital role in maintaining our woodlands, conservation areas, green spaces and countryside habitats, ensuring they are safe, attractive, environmentally sustainable and fully supportive of student learning.

Closing Date: 12/08/2026
Location: Merrist Wood College, GU3 3PE
Level: Main
Posted: 16/07/2026

Climate & Environment Administrator - National Trust for Scotland

Salary range: £28,562 per annum

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: 50 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 9LD (Hybrid & Remote Working Available)

The Climate & Environment team have instigated a 3 year Energy Management Improvement Project. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of administrative support for this aspect of the project. They will ensure all general administration is undertaken diligently, efficiently and carried out within the Trust’s procedures and policies.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Location: 50 South Gyle Crescent, Edinburgh, EH12 9LD
Level: Main
Posted: 16/07/2026

Head of Farmer-led Nature Recovery - Wiltshire Wildlife Trust

Salary: £45,423 – £46,786 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 per week (flexible working arrangements considered)

Contract: Permanent

Based at: Elm Tree Court, Devizes and Great Chalfield including regular travel across Wiltshire with some home working available

Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is looking for an ambitious, collaborative and inspiring leader to drive our pioneering programme of farmer-led landscape-scale nature recovery. Working alongside the Director of Nature Recovery, this is a rare opportunity to lead one of the UK's most exciting farming and nature recovery portfolios. You’ll work with farmers, land managers, partners and communities, to create a future where productive farming, thriving nature and resilient rural businesses go hand in hand.

Closing Date: 25/08/2026
Location: Elm Tree Court, Devizes and Great Chalfield
Level: Management
Posted: 16/07/2026

Wildfire Prevention Ambassador - Woodland Trust

As wildfires become an increasingly common threat across the UK, the Woodland Trust has launched an exciting new volunteer opportunity for young people aged 14–25 to help raise awareness of this growing environmental challenge.

Delete Date: 27/08/2026
Location: National
Level: Volunteer
Posted: 16/07/2026

Groundsperson - Brocklesby Estate

A full-time experienced Groundsperson is sought for the Brocklesby Estate.

Salary up to £30K dependent on experience

Permanent full time with occasional paid overtime

The main purpose of the role is the day to day maintenance of the extensive grounds, including: Maintenance of extensive lawns including fine lawns; Walk-behind and ride-on cylinder mowing; Walk-behind rotary mowing; Scarification and feeding; Ride-on and amenity grass cutting; Upkeep of verges; Strimming and seasonal long grass cutting; Blowing, leaf collecting, tractor driving; Spraying; Occasional weeding/gardening tasks; Maintenance of a full range of garden equipment; Meadow maintenance and management

Closing Date: 12/08/2026
Location: North Lincolnshire
Level: Main
Posted: 15/07/2026

Tree Health Surveyors - Acres Wild Woodlands Ltd

Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire, Berkshire also Derbyshire

We have a number of full time self employed vacancies for an immediate start in our regional tree health survey teams. We survey woodlands and individual trees to locate OPM nests on behalf of the Forestry Commission, enabling the pest to be controlled and the trees conserved.

We offer full paid training and £140 a day initially, increasing on subsequent surveys. We pay full mileage. We work full time Monday to Friday usually into September, with the possibility of extension, and typically have a winter survey starting again from mid January until mid April.

Delete Date: 26/08/2026
Location: Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Hertfordshire, Berkshire also Derbyshire
Level: Main
Posted: 15/07/2026

Information Ranger - City of London

Salary: £35,310 - £39,380 Inclusive of Outer London Weighting

Basis: Full-Time, Permanent

Do you enjoy bringing nature, heritage and conservation to life for others? We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative Information Ranger to lead communications, engagement and education across the West Wickham and Coulsdon Commons. This is an exciting opportunity to connect people with some of London’s most remarkable open spaces, sharing inspiring stories about wildlife, conservation and heritage while encouraging communities to value, enjoy and support these special places.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Merlewood Estate Office, Caterham, Surrey
Level: Main
Posted: 15/07/2026

Regeneration Project Manager - Duchy of Cornwall

Full-time | Fixed term (18 months)

£60,000

The Duchy of Cornwall is a future-focused organisation with an ambition to make positive and tangible impact in the places we operate in. We’re passionate about delivering transformative change through creating and supporting environmentally and financially sustainable communities and ecosystems. The Duchy is looking to appoint a Regeneration Project Manager to lead a varied programme of property-led and place-based projects that will play a key role in shaping the town’s next chapter.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Princetown, Dartmoor
Level: Management
Posted: 15/07/2026

Game Farm & Beef Cattle Worker - Somerset - Private Employer

Competitive pay depending on experience

We are a well-established, family-run game farm in Somerset seeking a reliable and enthusiastic person to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis, working with pheasant and partridge, alongside beef cattle.

This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, with livestock, and who takes pride in doing jobs properly.

Delete Date: 26/08/2026
Location: Somerset
Level: Main
Posted: 15/07/2026

Reserves & Engagement Officer - The Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire & Northamptonshire

Salary: £29,151 per annum

Full Time (37.5 hours)

Permanent

Location: Rushden & Pitsford, Northamptonshire

The Wildlife Trust BCN are recruiting for an exciting new role which will see the successful candidate split their time between community engagement and practical conservation work on two of our key wetland sites in Northamptonshire, the Nene Wetlands and Pitsford reservoir.

Closing Date: 03/08/2026
Location: Rushden & Pitsford, Northamptonshire
Level: Main
Posted: 14/07/2026

Residential Nature Reserve Volunteer - Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust

Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve

6-month placement

Want to gain experience at one of the UK’s finest National Nature Reserves? We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about natural history and are looking to start a career in nature conservation.

Closing Date: 24/08/2026
Location: Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve
Level: Volunteer
Posted: 14/07/2026

Nature Recovery Advice Manager - Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust

Salary: £41,935 pa

Full Time, Permanent

Location: The Old Ragged School, Nottingham

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader with a strong ecological background and a passion for partnership working. You'll play a pivotal role in influencing land management, planning and development, habitat restoration and species recovery, helping to deliver ambitious outcomes for wildlife while supporting farmers, landowners, businesses, communities and partner organisations to take action for nature.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Location: The Old Ragged School, Brook Street, Nottingham, NG1 1EA. You will be mainly site based, with minimal requirement to come into the office
Level: Management
Posted: 14/07/2026

Wilder Communities Officer (maternity cover) - Devon Wildlife Trust

Salary: £17,172pa (£28,620 FTE) plus 7% pension
This is a part-time (22.5 hours per week) temporary post based at Cricklepit Mill, Exeter.
Are you a community engagement professional who is highly personable, organised and passionate about nature? Are you committed to supporting community powered change and to helping local people take action for nature in Devon? As a Wilder Communities Officer, you will nurture community leadership and inspire & support communities to take meaningful action for nature’s recovery. If you are a great communicator with a deep understanding and demonstrable experience of community capacity building, then this could be the role for you.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Location: Cricklepit Mill, Exeter
Level: Main
Posted: 14/07/2026

Park Manager – Danbury, Cudmore Grove & Marsh Farm Country Parks - Essex County Council

£32,852 - £38,649 per annum

Permanent, Full Time

Location: Danbury

The Park Manager is responsible for all operational management responsibilities for Danbury Country Park, Cudmore Grove Country Park and Marsh Farm Country Park. Contribute to the development of robust business plans and Park Management Plans, ensuring opportunities for new revenue streams, using data to inform business decisions and translating these into day-to-day operational plans. You will ensure the Country Parks are safe and clean for visitors and users, promoting and monitoring legislation, byelaws, and health and safety, whilst taking into consideration the impact of climate change, good practice green space management, and enhancing the land’s nature conservation and its position as a biodiversity hub.

Closing Date: 11/08/2026
Location: Danbury
Level: Management
Posted: 14/07/2026

Nature Recovery Engagement Officer (Maternity Cover) - Wild Oxfordshire

£32,938 FT for 35 hours per week. Part-time salary will be calculated pro-rata. (at 1st April 2026)

21 hours to 35 hours per week (3-5 days per week).

12-15 months fixed term maternity cover, ideally starting from 1st October 2026.

Little Wittenham, Oxfordshire

We’re looking for an experienced Nature Recovery Engagement Officer (Maternity Cover) to join our team at Wild Oxfordshire as we inspire and empower people across Oxfordshire to work together for nature’s recovery. Do you have experience organising, facilitating, and delivering community engagement activities for local groups and organisations, including walks, talks, and workshops? Do you want to use your skills to inspire and empower people and communities to protect and enhance their natural environment and foster effective community engagement in local nature recovery?

Closing Date: 16/08/2026
Location: Little Wittenham, Oxfordshire
Level: Main
Posted: 14/07/2026

Senior Administrator – Wales Peatland Restoration Team - RSPB

Salary: £27,579.00 – £29,445.00 Per Annum, Pro Rata
Hours: Part Time, 22.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term until July 2028
Location: Lake Vyrnwy, Powys SY10, Hybrid
Over the last five years the team have restored over 1300ha of precious blanket bog, at and adjacent to Lake Vyrnwy, building collaborative partnerships, pioneering new approaches and driving wider ambition. Our plans for the next five years are equally ambitious and as our Peatland Senior Administrator you will be critical to the team’s success. You will provide comprehensive business and financial support for a work programme spanning multiple sites, teams and funders. You will join a team making a positive difference to nature, climate and people every day.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Lake Vyrnwy, Powys SY10, Hybrid
Level: Senior
Posted: 14/07/2026

Ranger - Hampshire County Council

Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 per annum
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Work Location: Ash Lock Cottage, Aldershot
As a Ranger, you’ll be at the heart of hands-on conservation work focused around the River Blackwater. This is an exciting opportunity to work outdoors, help protect biodiversity, and connect people with nature. You’ll support day-to-day site management as well as larger environmental projects, working both independently and collaboratively. You’ll also occasionally contribute across wider services, including projects with the North Sites Team and along the Basingstoke Canal.

Closing Date: 09/08/2026
Location: Aldershot
Level: Main
Posted: 14/07/2026

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Mousehold Heath Warden - Norwich City Council

Head of Training and Education - BASC

Salary: Circa £50,000

Location: Home-based with weekly attendance at Marford Mill

As head of an important and busy department, this role requires inspirational leadership to oversee the planning, direction and management of the association’s training, education and coaching. It involves working closely with country and regional directors, head office teams, external stakeholders and NGOs. This is a full-time senior position, leading on all aspects of training and education for BASC staff, members and stakeholders.

Closing Date: 09/08/2026
Location: Home-based with weekly attendance at Marford Mill
Level: Senior
Posted: 13/07/2026

Natural Solutions Officer (Maternity Cover) - Devon Wildlife Trust

Salary: £17,172pa (£28,620 FTE) plus 7% pension

This is a part-time (22.5 hours per week) temporary post based at Cookworthy, near Halwill Junction.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Natural Solutions Officer to join our Northern Devon Natural Solutions team on a temporary maternity cover contract. Working across the North Devon Biosphere Reserve, you will play a key role in delivering nature-based solutions that improve water quality, increase biodiversity, reduce flood risk and support climate resilience.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Cookworthy
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Senior Project Officer - The Conservation Volunteers

TCV post based at our partner LNN (Ladywell Neighbourhood Network) office in Ladywell

Fixed term 7 months full time, 35 hours contract – (this could be extended depending on funding)

Salary: £25,477 per annum

The primary requirement of the role is to lead community environmental activities at the area of Howden and St John’s hospital. This will involve preparing resources/materials, planning practical tasks, and providing training/ guidance to local volunteers, patients and staff at St John’s hospital. The aim of the project is to provide training to residents to build skills and confidence in identifying species, habitat management, and gardening sessions.

Closing Date: 27/07/2026
Location: Ladywell Neighbourhood Network, Ladywell
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Stockperson - Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust

Based at New Park Farm, Woodhall Spa Airfield Nature Reserve, near Woodhall Spa

Circa £25,000 pa, full-time with flexible working expected

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity which will combine your farming skills and livestock experience with a knowledge and passion for nature conservation?

An opportunity has arisen for a person to be based on our 400-hectare nature reserve complex around the historic Woodhall Spa (617 Squadron) airfield.

Closing Date: 24/07/2026
Location: New Park Farm, Woodhall Spa Airfield Nature Reserve, near Woodhall Spa
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Ranger - Lengthsperson - National Trust

Location: Wey & Godalming Nav

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent

Salary: £27,612

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Lengthsperson. You'll live and work alongside the historic Wey Navigations in rural Surrey, helping to care for its wildlife, heritage and visitors for future generations. Reporting to the Head Lengthsperson and based at Triggs Lock near Guildford, you'll be part of a dedicated team. Some days you'll work independently and on others alongside colleagues and volunteers, all contributing towards shared conservation and visitor experience goals.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Wey & Godalming Nav
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Area Ranger - National Trust

Location: Ebworth Estate, The Old Ebworth Centre, Stroud, GL6 7ES

Salary: £28,500 per annum

Contact: Permanent

Hours / working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

This is an exciting role delivering first class forestry and woodland management and nature restoration alongside access at one of our key sites. You’ll be one of a team of Rangers based at Ebworth where you’ll be responsible for leading and managing the work programme and ensuring excellent standards of care, presentation and conservation work. You’ll work alongside the Cattle team, tenant farmers and project staff and you’ll be supported by a team of committed volunteers.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Ebworth Estate, The Old Ebworth Centre, Stroud, GL6 7ES
Level: Management
Posted: 13/07/2026

Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) Officer - Dacorum Borough Council

£32,067 to £38,093 per annum (inclusive of London Fringe Weighting)

37 hours per week

An exciting opportunity with Dacorum Borough Council to lead the delivery of Suitable Alternative Nature Greenspace (SANG) on identified sites within the borough and a pipeline of more in the future. Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspaces form part of the Chiltern Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation Mitigation Strategy. It is one of the measures the Council and its partner authorities have introduced to help protect and reduce recreational pressure on Ashridge Commons and Woods Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Nature Conservation Internship - Yorkshire Wildllife Trust

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and seeks to appoint a Nature Conservation Intern.

Are you passionate about wildlife and looking to start a career in nature conservation? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking intern to join our team and gain real, practical experience across a wide range of conservation work. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, work alongside experienced staff and make a genuine difference for nature.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Location: York
Level: Apprentice/Intern
Posted: 13/07/2026

Climate and National Park Strategy Officer - Peak District National Park Authority

Location: Aldern House, Baslow Rd, Bakewell

Salary: £32,597 to £34,434 per annum

This is a fixed-term contract ending one year after the start date.

We’re seeking an enthusiastic Climate and National Park Strategy Officer to join our strategic planning and performance team. This role focuses on strategic planning, partnership working and climate resilience across the Peak District National Park.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Bakewell
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Project Manager - Central Dartmoor Landscape Recovery - Central Dartmoor Farm Cluster

Salary: £50 - £55k

Would you like to be part of an exciting Landscape Recovery Project on Dartmoor that aims to bring local farmers, landowners, conservationists, local communities, and others with an interest in and love for Dartmoor together to create a landscape that balances ecological health with the long-term goal of sustainable local farming? We are looking for a Project Manager, capable of managing a large, multi-partner project, to lead the CDLR team through the Assurance process and guide an ambitious landscape-scale project to restore habitats and species into implementation.

Closing Date: 24/07/2026
Location: Widecombe, Dartmoor, Devon
Level: Management
Posted: 13/07/2026

Great North Fen Project Development Manager - Durham Wildlife Trust

Location: Rainton Meadows, DH4 6PU

Salary: £22,056 (equivalent to £36,761 full-time)

Term: Part-time (3 days per week), fixed term for 15 months

The Great North Fen (GNF) is an exciting and ambitious long-term project to restore the Durham Carrs landscape for people and wildlife. As Great North Fen Project Development Manager you will be responsible for the development and delivery of a co-ordinated strategic approach to the GNF, to maximise opportunities, identify all constraints, and facilitate community and stakeholder engagement so that the desired vision for the GNF can be achieved in a cohesive way, underpinned by sustainable management and funding to ensure its future.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Durham
Level: Management
Posted: 13/07/2026

Reserves Officer - Durham Wildlife Trust

Location: Rainton Meadows, DH4 6PU

Salary: £30,633

Term: Full time for 24 months, potential for extension subject to funding.

This role is central to us delivering our commitment to nature’s recovery and showcasing the highest standards of site-based management. Working closely with the Reserves Manager and as part of a team, you will be responsible for practical habitat and site infrastructure delivery across our sites. In addition to delivering practical management work, you will play an essential role in making everyone feel valued and welcome, engaging with the public, volunteers and stakeholders on a daily basis, and leading groups to deliver practical works to the highest standard.

Closing Date: 30/07/2026
Location: Durham
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Community Ecologist - Durham Wildlife Trust

Location: Rainton Meadows, DH4 6PU

Salary: £30,633

Term: Full time for 12 months, potential for extension subject to funding.

There has never been a more important time to evidence the state of nature and for communities to champion its recovery in their local landscapes. This role will deliver survey and monitoring of habitats and species from Tees to Tyne and empower local communities to be at the heart of nature’s recovery. Through listening, engaging and upskilling communities, volunteers and partners you will inspire people to evidence nature’s recovery on their doorstep, and encourage active involvement in citizen science to inform actions for nature.

Closing Date: 30/07/2026
Location: Durham
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Groundsman & Estate Assistant - Private Estate

Near Newbury, Berkshire

Full-time • Live-out

Salary: £28,000 per annum, depending on experience.

We are seeking a practical, reliable and enthusiastic Groundsman & Estate Assistant to help with the day-to-day management and upkeep of a 25-acre private estate near Newbury. The estate includes a private residence and publishing offices set among gardens, paddocks, water meadows, woodland and a chalk stream

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Newbury, West Berkshire
Level: Main
Posted: 13/07/2026

Volunteer posts advertised week beginning 13/07/2026

Bedgebury National Pinetum - Practical Conservation Volunteer - Monday, Forestry England

RSPB Residential Volunteer (Old Hall Marshes), RSPB

Visitor Centre Welcome Volunteer, WWT

Experience Maker Volunteer - Summer Holidays, WWT

Bedgebury National Pinetum - Practical Conservation Volunteer - Friday, Forestry England

Trustee and Honorary Secretary Designate, Staffordshire Wildlife Trust

Residential Volunteer, Insh Marshes, RSPB

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Glendun Hill Farm Development Officer - Ulster Wildlife

Salary: £32,794 - £35,290 gross per annum. This will be pro-rated for part-time hours.

Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Part time

Location: Ulster Wildlife Offices, Belfast and Glendun Nature Reserve, Cushendun, Northern Ireland

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the development and delivery of a management plan for Glendun Hill Farm Nature Reserve.

Set within the stunning Antrim Coast & Glens AONB, Glendun Nature Reserve spans 80 hectares of fertile grasslands, acid grassland, mature woodland and blanket bog.

Closing Date: 27/07/2026
Location: Ulster Wildlife Offices, Belfast and Glendun Nature Reserve, Cushendun, Northern Ireland
Level: Main
Posted: 10/07/2026

Project Officer (Habitat Creation and Restoration) - Cornwall National Landscape

Help restore one of Cornwall’s most iconic landscapes...

Cornwall National Landscape is seeking a passionate and driven Project Officer to help deliver ambitious peatland and habitat restoration across Bodmin Moor, working with the South West Peatland Partnership.

This role will be at the heart of a high-profile partnership programme, working alongside farmers, land managers, contractors, and environmental specialists to deliver lasting change on the ground.

Closing Date: 22/07/2026
Location: Bodmin, Cornwall
Level: Main
Posted: 10/07/2026

Land Advice Manager Wilder Wealden - Sussex Wildlife Trust

Location: The Keep, Brighton

Salary: £35,795

Contract Type: Fixed term contract - 5 years

Hours: 35 per week

Sussex Wildlife Trust is looking for an experienced, collaborative and inspiring Senior Land Advisor to lead the Wilder Wealden team and help establish a Nature Recovery Network across Wealden District. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in a major new funded 5 year partnership project focused on restoring habitats, supporting landowners and communities, and helping nature recover at scale across one of Sussex’s most important landscapes.

Closing Date: 09/08/2026
Location: The Keep, Brighton
Level: Management
Posted: 10/07/2026

Wilder Projects Programme Manager - Sussex Wildlife Trust

Location: The Keep, Brighton

Salary: £39,596

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 per week

Sussex Wildlife Trust is seeking a strategic, collaborative and experienced Programme Manager to lead our Wilder Projects portfolio and support our ambitions for free-living beavers in Sussex. As Wilder Projects Programme Manager, you will oversee a portfolio of three ambitious Wilder Projects, alongside the work of our Sussex Beaver Lead.

Closing Date: 07/08/2026
Location: The Keep, Brighton
Level: Management
Posted: 10/07/2026

Geospatial & Data Manager - The Heart of England Forest

Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 p/a

Hours: 37.5 per week – Monday to Friday 08.00 to 17.00, with occasional evening and weekend work.

Location: Colletts Farm Office, Dorsington, Warwickshire, CV37 8AU, with hybrid working available

Do you love turning data into insight? Are you passionate about mapping landscapes, revealing patterns, and creating evidence that drives real-world environmental change? We are looking for an ambitious and talented Geospatial & Data Manager to lead our geospatial capability and become the trusted expert behind the maps, data and spatial intelligence that helps shape the future of our Forest. Reporting to the Director of Land Use Policy & Planning, this exciting role combines GIS expertise, data stewardship, analysis and innovation to support the Charity’s mission.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Colletts Farm Office, Dorsington, Warwickshire, CV37 8AU
Level: Management
Posted: 09/07/2026

Wild Sussex Programme Manager - Sussex Wildlife Trust

Salary: £39,596

Hours: 35 per week

Contract Type: Fixed term contract - 2 years

Location: The Keep, Brighton

Wild Sussex is the name given to a portfolio of seven ambitious nature recovery projects that Sussex Wildlife Trust will deliver between now and 2030. The success of these projects depends on collaboration across several Trust directorates, and we are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to help turn inspiring visions for nature recovery into practical, deliverable outcomes. Working with colleagues across nature reserve management, community engagement, fundraising, finance and other specialist teams, you will coordinate the delivery of a high-profile programme of work. You will also manage key external relationships, ensuring consistent standards, governance and reporting across all projects.

Closing Date: 09/08/2026
Location: The Keep, Brighton
Level: Management
Posted: 09/07/2026

Species Recovery Officer - Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust

£32,542 - £34,306 (part time, pro-rata)

Full-time, permanent 35 hours per week (part time at four days per week will be considered)

Based at our office in Clapham, near Settle, and Forest of Bowland Office, Dunsop Bridge (mix of office and home working)

Join Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust and help protect some of the region's most important wildlife and habitats. Working within our successful Hay Time team, you'll lead species recovery projects while supporting the restoration of grasslands across the Yorkshire Dales and Forest of Bowland. We're looking for someone with experience in grassland restoration who can work effectively with landowners, volunteers and partners. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference for nature, climate and local communities while developing your career with a local charity delivering lasting environmental impact.

Closing Date: 27/07/2026
Location: Clapham, North Yorkshire, LA2 8DP
Level: Main
Posted: 09/07/2026

Temporary Habitats Operative (Seasonal) - Keystone Environmental

Location: Tetbury (UK-wide travel required)

Do you enjoy working outdoors and want to play a hands-on role in protecting and enhancing the natural environment? Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll help deliver a wide range of ecological and environmental projects. Duties include habitat creation and restoration, vegetation clearance, planting, seeding, ecological fencing, ground preparation and the construction and maintenance of habitat features. You'll also work in environmentally sensitive locations, helping ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Closing Date: 19/08/2026
Location: Tetbury
Level: Main
Posted: 09/07/2026

Expression of Interest – Forestry Surveyors (Subcontractors) - Browning Forestry Ltd

Location: National

Browning Forestry Ltd is seeking expressions of interest from Forestry Surveyors to support the delivery of National Forest Inventory (NFI) and Trees Outside Woodland (TOW) field surveys across the UK, subject to the award of a forthcoming Forest Research contract. The work would be offered on a self-employed subcontractor basis and would be particularly suitable for recent Forestry graduates looking to gain practical field survey experience, as well as those with existing forestry survey experience. Subject to contract award, the anticipated duration of the programme is 3–5 years, providing the opportunity for regular and ongoing field survey work.

Delete Date: 20/08/2026
Location: National
Level: Main
Posted: 09/07/2026

Resident Head Forester - Baronscourt Estate

Baronscourt Estate, County Tyrone

On-site accommodation provided

Unique Opportunity to Lead the Future of Sustainable Forestry at Baronscourt Estate

Baronscourt Estate is seeking a Resident Head Forester to lead the management of its 1,400ha woodland resource and continue its nationally recognised approach to Continuous Cover Forestry (CCF).

Closing Date: 28/08/2026
Location: Baronscourt Estate, County Tyrone
Level: Management
Posted: 08/07/2026

Nature Conservation Estate Workers - Green Mantle (Ecosophy) Limited

Location: Bristol, Bath, Mendip Hills & Somerset Levels

40 hours/wk. Early September - end March 2027, possibly longer. Generous mileage allowance

£26,666.64 p/a pro rata

Opportunities for those passionate about nature and starting out in the conservation industry. Gain invaluable experience of countryside management and discover extensive networking possibilities. Join our small dynamic team undertaking felling, coppicing, reed cutting, tree planting, fencing, footpath installation and scrub clearance, mainly on SSSIs. We are proud to nurture a friendly and dynamic work environment where everybody feels listened-to and valued.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Bristol, Bath, Mendip Hills & Somerset Levels
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

ACT Rainforest Squad Operative - Argyll & The Isles Coast & Countryside Trust

Location: Sites across Argyll

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,000 - £29,000 p/a (depending on experience)

Are you an experienced, certified chainsaw operative? Are you ready for an opportunity to help Save Argyll’s Rainforest?

Join our Rainforest team, where we are working with communities and landowners to protect, restore, and expand the rainforests of Argyll. With support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the ACT Rainforest Squad are responsible for practical restoration, expansion and maintenance projects in Argyll.

Closing Date: 24/07/2026
Location: Argyll & Bute
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

Radnorshire Rivers Project Officer - Radnorshire Wildlife Trust

The Radnorshire Rivers project aims to restore and reconnect Radnorshire’s riparian habits strengthening their role as vital corridors for wildlife. Working with local farmers and landowners, this project will evidence both the need and the success for a change in land management use, specifically within 3 identified priority zones along key Radnorshire rivers.

The Project Officer will lead the delivery of this ambitious project focusing on practical ecological work.

Closing Date: 23/08/2026
Location: Llandrindod Wells
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

Radnorshire Rivers Project Manager - Radnorshire Wildlife Trust

Full time

3 years fixed term

Llandrindod Wells

The Radnorshire Rivers project aims to restore and reconnect Radnorshire’s riparian habitats, strengthening their role as vital corridors for wildlife. Working with local farmers and landowners, this project will evidence both the need and the success for a change in land management use, specifically within 3 identified priority zones along key Radnorshire rivers. This will be achieved through practical interventions on identified sites, building strong relationships with local landowners through proven results and outreach, as well as surveying of protected sites.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Llandrindod Wells
Level: Management
Posted: 08/07/2026

Nature Recovery Officer - West Oxfordshire District Council

Are you passionate about protecting and restoring nature? West Oxfordshire District Council is looking for an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer to help deliver our ambitious Nature Recovery Plan 2024–2030 and fulfil our duties under the Environment Act 2021. Working within our Planning Policy team alongside a dedicated team of ecologists, you'll play a key role in developing, delivering and monitoring projects that enhance biodiversity, support local communities and help shape a greener future for West Oxfordshire.

Closing Date: 22/07/2026
Location: Woodgreen
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

Nature Recovery Officer - Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere

Covering almost 10,000 sq km of land and sea in SW Scotland, the UNESCO Biosphere offers an opportunity to work in partnership with local land and sea managers, farmers, foresters and environmental bodies in implementing and encouraging nature recovery opportunities that will benefit biodiversity, provide adaption to climate change and support the local economy.

We are currently involved in the delivery of some exciting projects to deliver nature-based solutions that can benefit business, the environment, and wider society. You’ll be joining an experienced team of professionals with skills in ecology, land, fresh water, natural capital, facilitation, and engagement.

Closing Date: 03/08/2026
Location: Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

Conservation Grazing Coordinator - Cairngorms National Park Authority

Salary: £30,626 - £32,953 (Band B)

Location: Grantown on Spey

Job Type: 6 month fixed term contract / Hours: Full time; 35 hours per week

Are you a farmer, crofter or grazier interested in developing new skills, exploring new business opportunities and helping shape the future of woodland grazing in the Cairngorms? The Cairngorms National Park Authority is recruiting a 6-month Conservation Grazing Coordinator post to provide hands-on experience of woodland grazing and help develop practical approaches to grazing in forests that deliver benefits for both farming and nature.

Closing Date: 10/08/2026 updated
Location: Grantown on Spey
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

Customer Service Officer - Wildlife Discovery Centre - Lee Valley Regional Park Authority

£30,896 - £35,997 (Pro-Rata) per annum, plus flexible benefits

21 hours per week Job Share (Monday – Sunday Shift Rota)

Fixed term Contract 1 Year with the possibility of being made permanent

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic countryside professional to join our Open Spaces Team as a customer service officer based at our fantastic Wildlife Discovery Centre (WDC) located in the River Lea Country Park just North of Waltham Abbey Essex. You will contribute to the effective day to day running of the Wildlife Discovery Centre (WDC) and deliver excellent customer experience to our visitors including providing information on the local area and the wider park as a whole.

Closing Date: 05/08/2026
Location: River Lea Country Park, Waltham Abbey, Essex
Level: Main
Posted: 08/07/2026

Project Officer Hull & East Riding - Yorkshire Wildlife Trust

Full time, permanent

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is one of the UK’s fastest growing nature conservation organisations and seeks to appoint a Project Officer for Hull and the East Riding. This role will take forward new project work primarily focussed on farming and landowner engagement alongside positive interventions around water and land management, for the benefit of a wide range of species and habitats.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Location: Hull
Level: Main
Posted: 07/07/2026

Care Farm Education & Wellbeing Officer - Wiltshire Wildlife Trust

Salary: £19,755.98 to £20,605.54 (experience-dependent)

Contract: Permanent Term time (40 weeks)

Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday – Thursday)

Based at: The Willows Care Farm and Cherry Lodge Care Farm

Working alongside the Head of Care Farms, Care Farm Managers and our experienced and diverse staff team, the post holder will be responsible for leading the daily delivery of one-to-one nature-based therapeutic activities for children, young people and adults with complex and additional needs, mental ill-health, social and communication difficulties, and those in need of emotional support.

Closing Date: 21/07/2026
Location: The Willows Care Farm and Cherry Lodge Care Farm
Level: Main
Posted: 07/07/2026

Harvesting Manager - Scottish Woodlands

Scottish Woodlands are currently seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with relevant harvesting and marketing experience to join our existing team. Working across North England from office bases in Northumberland (Alnwick) and County Durham (Wolsingham) you would be supported by a raft of expertise from within the organisation. The role will be varied with a high degree of autonomy dealing with all types and scale of harvesting operations. You will be expected to maximise opportunities with forest management colleagues, existing clients, or pursue standing sale or contracting opportunities.

Closing Date: 03/08/2026
Location: Northumberland and Durham
Level: Management
Posted: 07/07/2026

Livestock Grazing Assistant - Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust

Full time, permanent

Idle Valley Nature Centre, North Road, Retford, DN22 8RQ

We're looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Livestock Grazing Assistant to join us and support the day-to-day management of our grazing livestock. This is exciting, hands-on opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a passion for livestock grazing, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of animal welfare and land management.

Closing Date: 16/08/2026
Location: Idle Valley Nature Centre, North Road, Retford, DN22 8RQ
Level: Main
Posted: 07/07/2026

Arboricultural Consultant - Maydencroft

Starting salary of between £35,000 and £41,000 per annum, dependent upon candidate experience, qualifications and demonstrable consultancy capability.

Standard working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times available by agreement.

Permanent (subject to successful completion of a six-month probation period)

The position can be based from either One Garden City, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3BF, or Pigeon House Farm, Dorney, Windsor, SL4 6QB, with flexible working arrangements available depending on project requirements.

Maydencroft is looking for an Arboricultural Consultant to join our growing consultancy team in the Southeast. This varied role will cover tree safety inspections, BS 5837 surveys and reports, detailed tree condition assessments and client advisory work across commercial, public sector, utility, private estate and charity clients. The role would suit a confident, commercially aware consultant who enjoys fieldwork, technical reporting, client liaison and practical arboricultural problem-solving.

Closing Date: 14/08/2026
Location: Letchworth Garden City or Dorney, Windsor
Level: Main
Posted: 07/07/2026

Senior Ecological Planning Officer - Staffordshire Wildlife Trust

Salary: £26,250 - £30,500 depending on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge, ST17 0WT

We are currently looking for an experienced ecological professional to help ensure development across the county protects, enhances and connects wildlife. This is an opportunity to use your ecological expertise to influence planning decisions, working with Local Planning Authorities, developers and consultants to secure better outcomes for nature through the planning system.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: The Wolseley Centre, Wolseley Bridge, ST17 0WT
Level: Senior
Posted: 07/07/2026

Assistant Arboricultural Consultant - Maydencroft

Starting salary of between £29,000 and £32,000 per annum, dependent upon candidate experience.

Standard working hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible start and finish times available by agreement.

Permanent (subject to successful completion of a six-month probation period)

The position will be largely remote, with occasional working from our regional offices in Dorney, near Windsor, and Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire.

Maydencroft is looking for an Assistant Arboricultural Consultant to primarily support the delivery of tree safety inspections across a portfolio of utility sites in the Thames Valley region. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong arboricultural background who is looking to develop their consultancy career. The role is primarily field-based, with occasional attendance at our regional offices, and would suit someone moving from practical arboriculture, tree surveying or a junior consultancy role.

Closing Date: 14/08/2026
Location: Remote, Letchworth, Windsor
Level: Main
Posted: 07/07/2026

Trainee Ranger - Hart District Council

Salary: £24,412.99 pa

An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for Hart District Council’s multi-award-winning Countryside Department. The Trainee Ranger will support the Ranger Team to provide safe, well managed and welcoming countryside sites.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Hart District, NE Hampshire
Level: Apprentice/Intern
Posted: 07/07/2026

Habitat Operative - Ecosupport Ltd

Salary: 27-29K

Your role will be to carry out ecological works relating to vegetation management activities, ecological restoration and mitigation. This role could suit a newly qualified arborist, landscaper or vegetation operative with an interest in ecology. You will be based in Lee on the Solent, Hampshire, with travel throughout the region and occasionally the surrounding areas. This position will be largely field-based on various sites.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Lee On Solent
Level: Main
Posted: 07/07/2026

Trainee Community Engagement Ranger - White Cliffs Countryside Partnership

£24,522 per annum

Fixed term 12 months.

Are you passionate about the natural world and keen to inspire people of all ages to discover, enjoy and connect with nature? Do you want to make a real difference to the communities who live within – and those who visit – some of the South East’s most iconic landscapes? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Dover
Level: Apprentice/Intern
Posted: 06/07/2026

Administrator and Course Coordinator - Outdoor Learning Team - Surrey Wildlife Trust

Nr Leatherhead

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, minimum of 4 days office based, some limited home working time possible

c£26,000 per annum

Are you an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic administrator looking for a unique opportunity? Imagine working at the heart of a stunning nature reserve, surrounded by ancient woodland, playing a key role in providing life long learning opportunities!

We’re looking for a friendly, efficient, and reliable administrator to keep everything running smoothly at our Nower Wood Education Centre, near Leatherhead.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Nr Leatherhead, Surrey
Level: Main
Posted: 06/07/2026

Conservation Trainee - Dorset Wildlife Trust

Salary: £19,630 for 4 day (28 hour) week

Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Part time

The 10-month traineeship will undertake a programme of practical conservation across our nature reserves. The traineeship will concentrate on our South and East Dorset nature reserves and be based in either our HQ in Forston, near Dorchester or at the Urban Wildlife Centre in Corfe Mullen, dependent on successful candidates’ residence.

Working alongside our experienced Reserves team with designated mentors, the traineeship will offer practical experience working in the conservation sector. This includes a training package including vocational qualifications in use of selected machinery used in land management.

Closing Date: 09/08/2026
Location: Dorset Wildlife Trust HQ, Forston, near Dorchester or Urban Wildlife Centre, Corfe Mullen
Level: Apprentice/Intern
Posted: 06/07/2026

Gardener - Private Country Estate

A private family estate near Solihull seeks a skilled and passionate Gardener to take day-to-day care of its formal gardens and fine lawns. Full-time, permanent, live-out. A hands-on horticultural role for someone who takes real pride in presentation and detail.

You will maintain borders, beds, hedges and topiary, seasonal planting and displays, pots and containers, glasshouse and propagation, and, importantly, the lawns, including feeding, aeration, scarifying and turf-care programmes. Experience with fine turf or greens-keeping is a distinct advantage, as there is the opportunity to look after a putting green.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Level: Main
Posted: 06/07/2026

Groundskeeper - Private Country Estate

A private family estate of around twelve acres of grounds, gardens, woodland and paddocks near Solihull seeks an experienced, practical Groundskeeper to keep the wider grounds in first-class order year-round. Full-time, permanent, live-out.

Working largely on your own initiative, you will manage grass and meadow cutting, hedges, paddocks and fencing, woodland and tree safety, drainage, pathways, leaf and green-waste clearance, composting, pest control and the upkeep of estate machinery.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Solihull, West Midlands
Level: Main
Posted: 06/07/2026

Area Countryside Officer - Northumberland County Council

Northumberland County Council's Countryside and Green Spaces Team are looking to recruit an Area Countryside Officer to deal with issues relating to Public Rights of Way and public access in the north of Northumberland.

This position is full time and permanent; working from home arrangements and flexible hours apply.

Closing Date: 27/07/2026
Location: Northumberland
Level: Management
Posted: 03/07/2026

Countryside Ranger - Denbighshire County Council

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Llangollen / Rhyl
Level: Main
Posted: 03/07/2026

Countryside Ranger/ Project Officer (Community Wellbeing) - Denbighshire County Council

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Various locations across the County
Level: Main
Posted: 03/07/2026

East Dorset Reserves Warden - Dorset Wildlife Trust

Salary: £28,983 pa. 5% employer and 2% employee pension contributions

Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time

Location: DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Off Old Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen, Poole, Dorset BH21 3RX

Dorset Wildlife Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking Warden to work within our Nature Recovery Team. This is unique opportunity to take a lead in a range of practical conservation and estate management tasks on some wonderful nature reserves, primarily across East Dorset, including Upton Heath. You will be working in a wide range of habitats, supporting wildlife in heathland, peatlands, wood pasture, meadow and woodland.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: DWT Urban Wildlife Centre, Beacon Hill Lane, Off Old Wareham Road, Corfe Mullen, Poole, Dorset BH21 3RX
Level: Main
Posted: 02/07/2026

Assistant Warden (West Dorset) - Dorset Wildlife Trust

Salary: £25,760 p.a

Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full time

Location: Kingcombe Meadows, Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum , Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0EQ

Dorset Wildlife Trust is seeking a practical, enthusiastic and hardworking Assistant Warden to work with the West Dorset Warden and West Dorset Reserves team. You will be a key part in managing and enhancing our West Dorset nature reserves, maintaining infrastructure and equipment, and engaging with visitors.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Kingcombe Meadows, Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 0EQ
Level: Main
Posted: 02/07/2026

Red Squirrel Recovery Network Project Officer - Northumberland Wildlife Trust

This job is being offered as 35 hours per week with a contract that will last until 31st March 2030. The salary starts at £26,981 per annum

We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic RSRN Project Officer to join our Red Squirrel Recovery Network Team. The role will support red squirrel conservation by building strong relationships with volunteers, landowners, woodland owners, partners and stakeholders.

Closing Date: 27/07/2026
Location: NE3 3XT
Level: Main
Posted: 02/07/2026

Terrestrial Restoration Manager - Kilchoan Management Limited

Salary: £34,000 - £39,000 depending on experience

Full time

Location: On-site – Kilchoan Estate, Oban

The Kilchoan Estate is a cultural and educational enterprise in restoration, preservation & sustainability. Across 1500 acres we are restoring habitats, creating gardens and caring for historic breed livestock. We are looking for enthusiastic applicants to join our team as a terrestrial restoration manager. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in a dynamic role, involving a variety of tasks across the estate.

Closing Date: 14/08/2026
Location: Kilchoan Estate, Kilmelford, Oban
Level: Management
Posted: 02/07/2026

Assistant Rangers - Lee Valley Regional Park Authority

£28,701- £33,320 per annum, plus flexible benefits

Permanent - 35 hours per week (Monday – Sunday Shift Rota)

The Open Spaces Teams Rangers and Assistant Rangers are not only the guardians of the Park on the ground but they are their eyes and ears too. One large team split over two different locations. They look after an array of different habitats from wetland wonders to urban oases covering parts of the Lee Valley SPA and Ramsar Site, four SSSI’s, and numerous locally designated wildlife sites.

Closing Date: 22/07/2026
Location: Lee Valley Regional Park
Level: Entry/Graduate
Posted: 02/07/2026

Community Engagement Officer - Tree Aftercare and Planting Service - Oxfordshire County Council

£38,220 - £40,777

Full time, 37 hours per week

Fixed term contract until March 2028

Sutton Lane, Sutton, Witney, OX29 5RD

As our new Community Engagement Officer - Tree Aftercare and Planting Service (TAPS), you'll take the lead in developing and growing the community-facing side of one of Oxfordshire's most exciting environmental programmes. You'll have the opportunity to shape and develop the Tree Guardian programme, build relationships with communities across the county and create innovative ways for people to contribute to how and where we plant trees, caring for them and improving their local environment.

Closing Date: 02/08/2026
Location: Sutton Lane, Sutton, Witney, OX29 5RD
Level: Main
Posted: 02/07/2026

Arboricultural Officer x2 - Bristol City Council

Salary: BG11: £39,862 - £41,771

1x Full Time, Permanent

1x Part Time - 14.8 hrs per week, Fixed Term

Location: Bower Ashton Depot, Kennel Lodge Road, Bristol BS3 2JT

As part of an experienced and well-established team you will be responsible for the risk management of Bristol City Council’s tree population within parks, open spaces and highways. You will provide expert and specialist arboricultural services, including providing advice to other Council departments and external partners, ensuring technical information is accessible to non-specialist audiences. You will be responsible for consultation and engagement processes relating to tree management activities.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: Bower Ashton Depot, Kennel Lodge Road, Bristol BS3 2JT
Level: Main
Posted: 01/07/2026

Operations Manager - Surrey Biodiversity Information Centre - Surrey Wildlife Trust

£33,000 to £35,000 pa (dependent on skills and experience)

Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) is looking for an Operations Manager to play a critical role in the ongoing development of Surrey Biodiversity Information Centre (SBIC). We need an individual who can manage and motivate a small team, develop critical partnerships to extend our recording network across Surrey, maintain service delivery and work systematically to achieve the objectives of the SBIC Business Plan currently under development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management and operation of SBIC, supporting the SBIC Strategic Lead in achieving and maintaining the status of SBIC as an accredited Local Environmental Records Centre (LERC).

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Surrey
Level: Management
Posted: 01/07/2026

Data Officer - Surrey Biodiversity Information Centre - Surrey Wildlife Trust

c£27,000 to £29,000 pa (dependent on skills and experience)

The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to deliver the day-to-day activities of SBIC in its role as a focus for biodiversity information and recording in Surrey. SBIC is a member of the Association of Local Environmental Records Centres (ALERC). The role involves supporting the work of SBIC in accordance with a defined work programme and in line with clients’ Service Level Agreements; providing a professional, efficient and effective enquiry response service to a wide range of users and projects; ensuring the accurate capture and digitisation of varied datasets including species, habitat and site records.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Surrey
Level: Main
Posted: 01/07/2026

Citizen Science Manager - Surrey Biodiversity Information Centre - Surrey Wildlife Trust

£33,000 to £35,000 pa (dependent on skills and experience)

Are you the unique person we need – a science and data specialist with a natural affinity for working with and inspiring others? Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT) is looking for a strong project Manager to implement our Citizen Science Strategy, an individual who can manage complex technical projects whilst calmly involving, engaging, motivating and leading a range of volunteers, citizen science champions and species recorders to generate the datasets which will help us to better understand the biodiversity of Surrey.

Closing Date: 29/07/2026
Location: Surrey
Level: Management
Posted: 01/07/2026

Fen Futures Project Officer - Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust (BBOWT)

Salary: £33,000 (pro rata) per annum (£33,000 FTE)

Contract: Fixed Term (01/09/2026 to 28/02/2029)

Hours: 35 hours per week. Flexibility in working pattern, in agreement with line manager

Based: Chimney Meadows, West Oxfordshire and Bury Knowle House, Headington, with travel to other sites. Hybrid working is available.

The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust has a vision for “more nature everywhere, for everyone”. The Fen Futures Project Officer will help nature recover by delivering a project focused on conserving endangered invertebrates of lowland alkaline fen habitats, including the Southern Damselfly and three species of soldierflies.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Chimney Meadows, West Oxfordshire and Bury Knowle House, Headington
Level: Main
Posted: 01/07/2026

New Forest Project Facilitator - The Foundation for Common Land

22.5hrs per week - flexi-work pattern - £32,000 - £36,000 pro-rata

The Foundation for Common Land are seeking a proactive and experienced Project Facilitator to coordinate and manage day-to-day delivery of a dynamic programme of work focused on the commons of the New Forest National Park. This role is central to sustaining and deepening engagement with commoners, landowners, local stakeholders groups and agents across the region, building on previous work and in preparation for a future environmental land management scheme for the New Forest.

Closing Date: 22/07/2026
Location: New Forest
Level: Main
Posted: 01/07/2026

Severn Treescapes Wetland and Woodland Advisor - Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust

Salary £28,500

Are you an engaging and inspirational people-person and do you want to use your skills to help put nature into recovery across ambitious landscapes? We are particularly keen to hear from those who have wetland specialism/experience. You will be passionate about the natural world and supporting landholders and farmers, whilst also being a great team player and having excellent IT skills.

Closing Date: 30/07/2026
Location: Gloucester
Level: Main
Posted: 30/06/2026

Mousehold Heath Warden - Norwich City Council

Mousehold Heath is a unique mixed woodland and heathland open space, located at the heart of Norwich. We are looking for a second warden to come and join the team. You will be delivering an agreed programme of practical, interpretive, ecological, and administrative works, balancing the needs of recreation and conservation, where both visitors and wildlife are kept in mind.

The role will include engaging with visitors, patrolling, leading guided walks, overseeing contractors and organising and leading volunteers to carrying out a wide range of practical management work as outlined in the management plan.

Closing Date: 27/07/2026
Location: Heathgate, Norwich
Level: Main
Posted: 29/06/2026

Arboriculturist - Forestart Ltd

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Arboriculturist to support tree work operations, seed collection, propagation, and tree establishment while supervising teams to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with legislation, industry standards, and company procedures.

The successful candidate will source, collect, process, and store high-quality tree seed, maintaining accurate records to ensure full traceability and compliance with FRM regulations.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Shrewsbury, Hadnall
Level: Main
Posted: 26/06/2026

Outreach Manager – South West - Woodland Trust

Salary: £44,401.50 per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Location: Homebased

The Woodland Trust is looking for an Outreach Manager to join our South West team. The Outreach Manager leads the Trust’s outreach work in Southwest England, providing expert advice on woodland creation, management and restoration to landowners, organisations and stakeholders across the region, in support if the Woodland Trust’s conservation aims. They lead, inspire and manage the South West Outreach Team, ensuring advice is appropriate, effective and focused for delivering impact and strategic goals.

Closing Date: 26/07/2026
Location: Homebased
Level: Management
Posted: 25/06/2026

Greenspace Projects Officer - Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust

Salary: ELGT Salary Grade 2 - £29,157 to £34,879 (dependent on experience) + 8% employer pension contribution

Contract term: Full-time, 35 hours per week (although we will consider 28-hour week for the ideal candidate).

Location: Edinburgh (site-based role with office base at ELGT’s Swanston office)

ELGT is looking to employ a practical, site-focused Greenspace Projects Officer to help deliver a wide range of environmental and landscape projects — from parks and active travel routes to habitat creation and woodland works. You will spend a significant amount of time on site, working with contractors, solving problems and keeping projects moving. You might be working in landscaping, construction, or environmental delivery already — and looking for a role with more purpose and variety.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Edinburgh & Lothians
Level: Main
Posted: 25/06/2026

Estate Woodland Manager - Private Estate

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Accommodation Provided

South West Wales

A rare opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, practical and knowledgeable Woodland Manager to join a private estate in South West Wales. The estate includes approximately 450 acres of mixed woodland, including productive timber woodland and areas of rare Atlantic temperate rainforest. The successful candidate will play a key role in balancing commercial timber production with long-term conservation, environmental stewardship and the continued enhancement of a remarkable woodland landscape.

Closing Date: 07/08/2026
Location: South West Wales
Level: Senior
Posted: 25/06/2026

Head of Practice & Advice - Scottish Land Commission

Salary: £60,690 - £74,291

Contract: permanent

Location: Inverness, with regular attendance required in the office and hybrid working available

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Scottish Land Commission team, providing a pivotal leadership role with responsibility for shaping, leading and delivering the Commission’s advice and casework function to support responsible land ownership in Scotland. As Head of Practice and Advice, you will lead the Commission’s advice and casework function and help shape how responsible land ownership is understood and applied in practice. You will manage a specialist team that includes the Land Rights and Responsibilities Manager, Good Practice Advisers and the Community Benefits from Nature Adviser, supporting their work with landowners, managers and communities.

Closing Date: 23/07/2026
Location: Inverness
Level: Management
Posted: 25/06/2026

New National Forests Project Manager - The National Forest

Salary of £43,500 - £48,575

Moira, DE12 (Hybrid Working Available)

This is a defining moment for the National Forest, with a renewed Vision to harness the transformative power of forests to restore nature, connect communities, and drive enterprise for a positive future. Over 30 years, this 200 square mile landscape has been reshaped, more than 10 million trees planted, and forest cover increased from 6% to 26%. Now, we are ready to build on this success within the National Forest itself, enabling three new national forests and championing a forest network for England.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join us to take forward this work on new national forests. This role is full-time, working 37 hours per week, for a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2031, with potential for extension depending on funding.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Moira, DE12 (Hybrid Working Available)
Level: Management
Posted: 24/06/2026

New National Forests Project Administrator - The National Forest

Salary of £30,385 to £31,795

Moira, DE12 (Hybrid Working Available)

This is a defining moment for the National Forest, with a renewed Vision to harness the transformative power of forests to restore nature, connect communities, and drive enterprise for a positive future. Over 30 years, this 200 square mile landscape has been reshaped, more than 10 million trees planted, and forest cover increased from 6% to 26%. Now, we are ready to build on this success within the National Forest itself, enabling three new national forests and championing a forest network for England.

We are now looking for a Project Administrator to join us to take forward this work on new national forests. This role is full-time, working 37 hours per week, for a fixed-term contract to 31 March 2031, with potential for extension depending on funding.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Moira, DE12
Level: Main
Posted: 24/06/2026

Forest / Woodland Operative Vacancies - Tirwedd Sustainable Land Management

£13.00 - £17.00 per hour depending on experience.

37.5 hours to 40 hours a week as a minimum.

South Wales

We’re recruiting for two full time employed positions. These are for operatives who will undertake woodland / forest management operations to ensure sustainable forest management. Tasks include a range of tree planting (including commercial restocking), tree maintenance, mechanical weeding around trees, cleaning and re-spacing of young trees, and other habitat, vegetation and land management work.

Closing Date: 21/07/2026
Location: South Wales
Level: Main
Posted: 23/06/2026

Engagement Ranger - Durlston Country Park - Dorset Council

Salary Details: £26,824 - £29,540

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative and people‑focused individual to join our team as an engagement ranger based at Durlston Country Park National Nature Reserve. This varied role sits at the heart of visitor engagement, while contributing to the wider vision of Dorset Council’s Country Parks service to provide memorable experiences and recreational opportunities across our sites.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Swanage, Dorset
Level: Main
Posted: 22/06/2026

Forester - Englefield Estate

Location: Mortimer West End, Hampshire

Contract: Full-time

The Englefield Estate are offering an exciting opportunity to join the forestry team managing 1,300 hectares of woodland in Berkshire and Hampshire. The Englefield Estate is a long established, family-owned business based in West Berkshire managing a diverse range of land and property interests, in both rural and urban areas. We take pride in delivering enduring economic, social, and environmental impact for the Estate and the wider local community.

Closing Date: 31/07/2026
Location: RG7 3UA
Level: Main
Posted: 22/06/2026

Gamekeeper - Murthly & Pourie Estates

Fulltime

Perthshire

Murthly Estate is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Gamekeeper to join its team. The estate covers 9,000 acres in Perthshire and offers a traditional and established programme of driven commercial shooting alongside deer stalking. The successful candidate will play a key role in deer management and the delivery of sporting, reporting to the Head Keeper and working closely with the wider team to provide high-quality, traditional sporting days for guests.

Delete Date: 23/07/2026
Location: Perthshire
Level: Main
Posted: 11/06/2026

Groundskeeper - Stoke Albany House

Circa £18.00 an hour depending on circumstances.

Part time 3 days or full time. Accommodation available.

Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Experienced person required to manage groundskeeping work. Lawn care, strimming, general mowing, hedge cutting, tree and shrub care, spraying, paths and driveway maintenance, mending fences, composting knowledge, machinery maintenance and maintenance of out buildings.

Delete Date: 22/07/2026
Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Level: Main
Posted: 10/06/2026

Ecological Consultant - South East of England - ADAS

Develop your ecology career with ADAS while helping protect British wildlife

We’re looking for an Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, working across a variety of project locations within the South East region of the UK.

This role is ideal for an ecologist with 2–3 years’ professional experience who is looking to build on their existing skills and take the next step in their consultancy career. You’ll work closely with Senior and Principal Ecologists, supporting the delivery of projects while gaining increasing responsibility.

Delete Date: 20/07/2026
Location: South East of England
Level: Main
Posted: 08/06/2026

Principal Ecological Consultant - Leeds - ADAS

Play a leading role in protecting British wildlife with ADAS

We’re looking for a Principal Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, based in Leeds.

As a Principal Ecological Consultant at ADAS, you will take on a regional leadership role, overseeing the delivery of high-quality ecological services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects. Working with utility companies and developers, you will provide trusted, strategic advice on how to balance project delivery with environmental protection.

Delete Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Leeds
Level: Main
Posted: 08/06/2026

Principal Ecological Consultant - Manchester - ADAS

Play a leading role in protecting British wildlife with ADAS

We’re looking for a Principal Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, based in Manchester.

As a Principal Ecological Consultant at ADAS, you will take on a regional leadership role, overseeing the delivery of high-quality ecological services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects. Working with utility companies and developers, you will provide trusted, strategic advice on how to balance project delivery with environmental protection.

Delete Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Manchester
Level: Senior
Posted: 08/06/2026

Senior / Principal Ecological Consultant - North of England - ADAS

We’re looking for a Senior or Principal Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, based in the North of the UK.

As a Principal Ecological Consultant at ADAS, you will take on a regional leadership role, overseeing the delivery of high-quality ecological services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects. Working with utility companies and developers, you will provide trusted, strategic advice on how to balance project delivery with environmental protection.

Delete Date: 20/07/2026
Location: North of England
Level: Senior
Posted: 08/06/2026

Senior Ecological Consultant - South East of England - ADAS

Play a leading role in protecting British wildlife with ADAS. We’re looking for a Senior Ecological Consultant to join our motivated and growing ecology team in the South East of England.

As a Senior Ecological Consultant at ADAS, utility companies and developers will look to you for guidance on how to protect nature while they undertake work on sometimes complex infrastructure and housing projects. You will be confident giving clear instruction, overseeing works, and conducting appropriate assessments and surveys to ensure vulnerable species are considered and kept safe at all stages of development.

Delete Date: 20/07/2026
Location: South East of England
Level: Senior
Posted: 08/06/2026

Senior / Principal Ecological Consultant - Bristol / South West Region of UK - ADAS

We’re looking for a Senior or Principal Ecological Consultant to join our growing ecology team, based in Bristol / South West Region of the UK.

As a Principal Ecological Consultant at ADAS, you will take on a regional leadership role, overseeing the delivery of high-quality ecological services across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects. Working with utility companies and developers, you will provide trusted, strategic advice on how to balance project delivery with environmental protection.

Delete Date: 20/07/2026
Location: Bristol / South West Region of UK
Level: Senior
Posted: 08/06/2026

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