We are looking for an enthusiastic and practical person with land management and machinery
skills to play a key role in the wardening team at Leighton Moss and Morecambe Bay Nature
Reserve near Silverdale, Lancashire.
This is an exciting and at times complex role, undertaking practical estate management and
maintenance on this iconic site. The successful candidate will be involved in the practical
aspects of managing a busy nature reserve including, among other things, visitor trails, hides
and other infrastructure; livestock fencing and handling facilities; building maintenance;
habitat management on a range of habitats from Reedbed to Limestone grassland. As the estate
worker, you will be responsible for the maintenance of all reserve machinery and vehicles as
well as having a good practical knowledge of workshops and DIY tasks.
An enthusiasm for and interest in the natural world is preferable and a joy of working outdoors
in all weathers is essential. Training will be provided in machinery necessary for the role.
Key areas of work will include:
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
Additional information:
This is a 6 month fixed-term role for 37.5 hours per week.
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 23rd September
2024 at RSPB Leighton Moss and Morecambe Bay Reserve visitor centre.
This role will involve occasional lone working and working in remote locations. This role will
require occasional weekend, early morning and evening working.
As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including
evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. For further
information please contact [email protected]
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels
supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world
richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of
colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate,
sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled,
we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any
additional support you may need to complete your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the
Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship – the successful applicant will need to have
a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
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