Nature Ranger - England, United Kingdom - National Trust

Description

Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract
As a Ranger, you're the heart and soul of the National Trust in the landscapes we protect.

You're a champion of nature conservation and the great outdoors, and you'll play a crucial role in keeping the nation's beloved countryside and coast in good shape, for wildlife and for people.

You should be willing to work some weekends, bank holidays and evenings, and be on call.

The countryside team is based close to the Count House at Botallack (near St Just), set in an impressive landscape of engine houses and other historic mining structures, against a stunning backdrop of cliffs and sea.

You'll be helping to protect and care for habitats, wildlife, livestock, buildings and machinery.

You'll make sure that the conservation work and outdoor experiences on the land in your care are of the highest standard.

You'll build relationships in the local community, proudly representing the Trust and letting people know about the work you and the team are doing.

Access - cutting back vegetation from footpaths in summer, maintaining/repairing stiles and bridges, maintaining ditches and drainage and constructing steps
Nature - controlling bracken, cutting back scrub, removing invasive plant species, installing fencing and gates and pony checking/transportation

Whilst one vacancy is full time until 31st March 2026, the other vacancy is 22.5 hours per week for a 5-month fixed term.

practically experienced in conservation work, to protect and improve habitats and landscapes
able to work safely, using risk assessments and following guidelines
experienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoors
a driver with a full UK driving licence

IRC Ranger x 2 (nationaltrust.