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REF 652/4-DAILY-22/3 JOB SEASONAL ECOLOGICAL ASSISTANTS


BE4 ? LOC BANBURY (Other locations considered)
PAY YES FOR RSK CARTER ECOLOGICAL LTD
DES Approx 6 month contract to support the existing team on ecology projects based around the UK. BUT Large
amount of travelling incl away from home. Successful candidates need to be completely flexible on working hours as evening,
weekend & night work required. Ideally BSc in Ecology or rel subject, but knowledge of ecology would override the specific
need for a higher qual. UK drivers licence, physically fit & happy to work alone. ASK www.rsk.co.uk/careers Sarah Murphy,
Recruitment Manager 0117 300 4295

REF 655-DAILY-22/3 JOB INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICIAN*


BE4 23/3/10 9am LOC CIRENCESTER
PAY 18130 – 20340 FOR CIRENCESTER COLLEGE
DES *Land Based – Animal Management provision. Join a team developing a new area of the curriculum in an innovatory
way. Role incls managing animal collections & land based equipment, leading small group sessions & providing in-class
support where appropriate. BUT Experience working with either: small animals, wildlife, exotic collections or Vet Nursing &
off the 14-19 age group. Reliability, imagination & drive are vital with interest in conservation or land based issues
advantageous. ASK Human Resources 01285 640994 rjb@cirencester.ac.uk www.cirencester.ac.uk

REF 656-DAILY-15/3 JOB UNDER-KEEPER / FARM / TROUT FISHERY WORKER


BE4 15/3/10 IV w/c 22/3/10 LOC SOUTH WEST SCOTLAND
PAY YES* FOR GLENQUICKEN FARM
DES * Includes 1 bedroom self contained flat, all meals, laundry & vehicle. Owing to the nature of the job & its
requirements & conditions this is a single person appointment on a self-employed basis. An enthusiastic ‘man Friday’ to get
involved in all aspects of the role which is divided 50% Gamekeeping & 50% Farm/handyman. BUT Ideally have at least
basic hands on gamekeeping & vermin control experience pref with pheasant & partridge, hold current shotgun licence ( help
given in obtaining one if not already held), some tractor driving experience advantageous, cattle & livestock experience
desirable but not essential as training will be given. An interest in fly fishing desirable, outgoing personality & able to deal with
public. Totally honest with clean current driving licence. Ability for flexible working hours essential. ASK CV to
glenquicken@hotmail.com

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REF 657-DIRECT-15/3 JOB GARDENER, Langley Park Restoration Project
BE4 12/3/10 LOC LANGLEY PARK, IVER, BUCKS
PAY 17545 – 19739 FOR BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
DES 3 year fixed term. Work on a £3.2m HLF funded restoration project, providing maintenance, conservation &
development of historical gardens eg arboretum & nationally important Edwardian Rhododendron gardens. Other duties
include routine management & maintenance of park eg litter picking, mowing & site patrol. BUT Confident dealing with
public, running events, leading vol groups. Postgrad experience of hort management or 2 yrs of similar professional gardening
experience essential, Arb management experience beneficial. Rel NPTC/LANTRA quals in chainsaw, ride on mower, strimmer
operations desirable. ASK Ref: 00026636 Sophie Eales: 01628 852950, sophie.eales@hays.com

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REF 658-DAILY-22/3 JOB WARDEN – Bluebell Hill & The Larches (part-time)
BE4 17/3/10 IV 26/3/10 LOC BLUE BELL HILL, KENT
PAY 2434 - 3237 pro rata for 14 hpw FOR KENT WILDLIFE TRUST
DES Bluebell Hill is a 13 acre site popular with walkers; The Larches is 60 acre woodland & downland site on Pilgrims
Way. Help maintain the 2 sites in a clean, safe & attractive state for visitors. Role involves working alternate weekends.
Responsibility for opening & closing the entrance gate daily at Bluebell hill is a continuing part of this job which involves
weekends. BUT Responsible, reliable & possess good interpersonal skills. A friendly manner & positive attitude towards
customer care essential. Cside knowledge is important as is a flexible attitude to working hours. Regular weekend work.
Experience working with or managing vols useful. Car & clean driving licence necessary. CRB check. ASK Chat: David
Hutton, 01622 662012. Details: www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk, Dot Hughes 01622 662012 / dot.hughes@kentwildlife.org.uk

REF 659-DIRECT-29/3 JOB ESTATE RANGER


BE4 26/3/10 LOC CAMERON HOUSE LOCH LOMOND
PAY 20k+ dependant on skills & experience. FOR DEVERE CAMERON HOUSE
DES Lead & deliver management plan for nature reserve & estate of the House. Reporting to Golf & Estate manager,
based at the Carrick you will be responsible for all aspects of the management plan. Flexible working 45 hours over 5 days.
BUT Rel cside management qual or equiv experience. Full & through knowledge of env & cons issues essential. Excellent
communication & interpersonal skills. ASK Details: People & Development, Cameron House, Loch Lomond, Dunbartonshire
G83 8QZ 01389 722514. Apply: Email CV to: recruitment@cameronhouse.co.uk

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REF 660/2-DAILY-22/3 JOB SEASONAL FIELD SURVEYORS


BE4 17/3/10 LOC based GUILDFORD. Survey sites around country
PAY YES FOR THOMSON ECOLOGY
DES Assist friendly & experienced ecology team. Gain practical experience of ecological survey & mitigation techniques.
BUT Valid CSCS card; driving licence & car; ideally 6 months rel experience. Ecologists with practical ecological work
experience especially welcome. First degree in ecology / zoology / biology; enthusiastic team player with +ive 'can-do' &
flexible attitude to work' willing to travel to & stay at survey sites around country. ASK CV with covering letter to: Laura
Prosser, Thomson Ecology Ltd, Compass House, 60 Priestly Road, Guildford, Surrey GU2 7YU
laura.prosser@thomsonecology.com

REF 663-MONTHLY-22/3 JOB BIODIVERSITY SERVICES MANAGER


BE4 22/3/10 IV 1/4/10 LOC HORNCASTLE
PAY c. 28000 FOR LINCOLNSHIRE BIODIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP
DES The partnership is the first in the country to integrate Biodiversity & Geodiversity Action Planning with Local Records
Centre & Local sites System. Partnership brings together organisations with responsibility for / interest in biodiversity, co-
ordinates action, info & protection & provides services for partners. You will manage, develop & promote the Services offered
incl Biodiversity Action plan, Lincolnshire Environmental Records Centre & Geological Sites systems. BUT Committed,
dedicated & enthusiastic with managerial skills & experience plus strong desire to ensure continued success of partnership.

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ASK Lincolnshire wildlife Trust, Banovallum House, Manor House Street, Horncastle LN9 5HF 01507 526667,
info@lincstrust.co.uk www.lincsbiodiversity.org.uk

REF 664-MONTHLY-5/4 JOB PARTNERSHIP OFFICER


BE4 2/4/10 noon IV 21/4/10 in Dumfries LOC GALASHIELS?
PAY 27000 pro rata FOR THE SOUTHERN UPLANDS PARTNERHSIP
DES 0.8 FTE. Help expend & develop our work in Dumfries & Galloway, S. Lanarkshire & Ayrshire. BUT Dynamic &
self-motivated with strong interest in & experience of integrated rural development, sustainable land-use policy, project
development & partnership working. Enthusiastic, energetic, organised & persuasive. ASK Details: www.sup.org.uk. Apply
by letter with CV to: Pip Tabor, Project Manager, The Southern Uplands Partnership, Studio 2, Lindean Mill, Galashiels TD1
3PE piptabor@sup.org.uk

REF 665-DAILY-15/3 WILDLIFE EDUCATION OFFICER


Organisation: The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales Salary: £18,000.00 pro rata to £10,800
Part/Full Time: 3 days per week Position Type: Paid/Fixed Term Contract
Location: Dow Corning Environment Centre, Barry Closing Date: 16 Mar 10
Website: www.welshwildlife.org Contact Email: l.maiden@welshwildlife.org
An exciting post has come up at The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, this role will work with schools in the Barry area to
deliver environmental & wildlife education in the stunning Environment Centre based on Dow Corning’s wildlife reserve. If
successful you will be working with both children & teachers to create a better understanding of their local wildlife. This post is
part time at 3 days a week, though some limited overtime will be available. If you are a self motivated individual, with a good
background in teaching & a passion for wildlife then this could be an ideal opportunity for you. Your role will be to encourage
primary & secondary schools in Barry to visit the centre & to deliver exciting & inspiring activities, from pond dipping to bug
hunts. Aimed at Key Stages 1 & 2 you will be expected to deliver appropriate lessons to this age group. You will also train
teachers to deliver practical activities once back in their own classrooms.
The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales is a charitable organisation which has been delivering wildlife conservation since
2002, we are working collaboratively with Dow Corning, who fund the post, to inspire people about wildlife. Interviews will be
held on the 26th April at Dow Corning’s Environment centre, Barry.
Please download an application form & job specification from our website www.welshwildlife.org or contact 01656 724100 for
further details.

REF 666-DAILY-22/3 JOB SEASONAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT (CASUAL)


BE4 14/3/10 IV 24/3/10 LOC RINGMER, EAST SUSSEX
PAY 10.50 ph FOR RAYSTEDE CENTRE FOR ANIMAL WELFARE
DES Support the Education Officer during our busiest season. Duties include assisting in development & delivery of
primary learning resources, communicating key messages in animal welfare to visitors & delivering children's events. Work is
variable but usually known well in advance, min of 1 dpw. BUT Enthusiastic & creative with experience of delivering
education activities to young people, knowledge of national curriculum & empathy for & knowledge of issues regarding animal
welfare. Own transport essential. ASK 01825 880461, www.raystede.org Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare, The Broyle,
Ringmere, E. Sussex BN8 5AJ

REF 667-DAILY-5/4 JOB GAME & GAMEKEEPING OFFICER


BE4 30/3/10 IV w/b 12/4/10 LOC BASC HQ, nr CHESTER with UK wide travel
PAY c. 22000 + car & benefits FOR BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR SHOOTING & CONSERVATION
DES Provide informed & specialist point of contact for public bodes & rel stakeholders, BASC members, gamekeepers,
game shooters, wider shooting & rural communicates & BASC staff. Develop, promote & facilitate delivery of defined services
to gamekeeper / shoot manager members. Contribute to formulation of policy on gamekeeping, game shooting & game
management issues. BUT Personal experience of gamekeeping & game shooting with ability to show empathy within that
community. Expertise in current gamekeeping & game shooting issues. Excellent organisational, communication &
interpersonal skills with flair for problem solving. Able to develop working partnerships[s. Experience of work as part of team &
independently. Public speaking experience distinct advantage. Rel degree or equiv advantage. ASK Ref: GKGS/ST/03/10
www.basc.org.uk Head of HR, BASC, Marford Mill, Rossett, Wrexham LL12 0HL 01244 573002 enquiries@basc.org.uk

REF 668/70-MONTHLY-12/4 JOB CONSERVATION WORKS OFFICERS


BE4 ? LOC PEAK DISTRICT
PAY to 19126 FOR MOORS FOR THE FUTURE PARTNERSHIP
DES / BUT / ASK www.peakdistrict.gov.uk

REF T-DAILY-29/3 JOB TRAINEE RESERVES ASSISTANT


BE4 26/3/10 5pm IV 14/4/10 LOC FYNE COURT & TONEDALE MAILL, SOMERSET
PAY 120 per week training allowance* FOR SOMERSET WILDLIFE TRUST
DES / BUT 1 year contract. Opportunity for energetic & enthusiastic individual to gain nature reserve experience incl
habitat management, coppicing, scrub clearance, chainsaw work, brushcutting, gates & fencing. Key role at Fyne Court with
workshop duties eg tool maintenance & construction of info panels. *opportunity to gain recognised tickets eg NPTC.
ASK Info: Emma Daniel, Reserves Officer 01823 652400 (Mon / Tue only). If not heard within 3 weeks of closing date
assume unsuccessful

REF 671/2-DAILY-22/3 JOB TWO SEASONAL ASSISTANT RANGERS


BE4 17/3/10 LOC MOORS VALLEY COUNTRY PARK
PAY start 12309 FOR EAST DORSET DISTRICT COUNCIL, Countryside Management Service
DES 37.5hpw over 5 days incl eves & w/e, six month contract. Join ranger team & be involved in all areas of work within
the service incl leading children's groups for env ed programme; practical conservation work; visitor services work & tasks
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involved in day to day running of the Park & other sites. BUT Env / cside rel degree or equiv; experience of work with
schools or groups, of practical conservation tasks & of visitor services. CRB check. ASK Chat: Education Ranger, 01425
470721. Apply: www.dorsetforyou.com/jobs 24hr answerphone: 01202 883822

REF 673-MONTHLY-5/4 JOB MOORLIFE CONSERVATION CONTRACTS MANAGER (Field Services)


BE4 ? LOC PEAK DISTRICT
PAY to 23708 FOR MOORS FOR THE FUTURE PARTNERSHIP
DES / BUT / ASK www.peakdistrict.gov.uk

REF 674/85-DAILY-22/3 JOB UIST WADER PROJECT FIELDWORKER


BE4 17/3/10 LOC UIST
PAY 14548 FOR SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE
DES Rolling seasonal contract, 37 hpw, ending 6/11/10 with possible extension. Carry out capture work of hedgehogs as
part of larger project to reverse decline in breeding wader populations. This project was formed in response to the decline &
extensive research determined that introduced hedgehogs were a major factor. BUT Group of 12 people with experience of
working outdoors with animals. Expected to walk up to 18km every day carrying up to 20kg rucksack. ASK Ref: 063-026
http://bit.ly/snh063026 01463 725182

REF ReAd-MONTHLY-12/4 JOB LIVING LANDSCAPES COORDINATOR


BE4 9/4/10 LOC RAINTON MEADOWS, nr HOUGHTON-LE-SPRING
PAY 25000 FOR DURHAM WILDLIFE TRUST
DES 3 year fixed term. Co-ordinate conservation delivery & develop large area projects. BUT Rel experience, degree
level qual with excellent knowledge of conservation & skills need to secure funding to deliver a Living Landscape. ASK Julie
Spence, Durham Wildlife Trust, Rainton Meadows, Chilton Moor, Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne & Wear DH4 6PU,
jspece@durhamwt.co.uk

REF ReAd-DAILY-29/3 JOB BREEDING BIRD SURVEYOR


BE4 26/3/10 LOC AUCHTERADER
PAY dependant on experience* FOR HERITAGE ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITED
DES 3-5 month contract start 1/4/10. Work on large scale breeding bird survey project. BUT Experienced ecologist.
Ideally 2+ years experience in consultancy background or similar specialising in birds. Excellent field skills & knowledge of
British breeding birds, incl songs & calls. Experience of various bird survey techniques, incl Moorland Bird Survey, Breeding
Bird Survey & species-specific methods for raptors, forest grouse & waterfowl. Self motivated, good time management skills.
Computerate incl MS products & some GIS. Full clean driving licence essential. Rel degree, membership of IEEM preferred. *
vehicle & accom provided. ASK Full CV & covering letter to: mark bates, heritage Environmental Ltd, 50 High Street,
Auchterader, Perthshire PH3 1DB, 01764 660067, post@heritage-environmental.co.uk www,heritage-environmental.co.uk

REF 686-DAILY-29/3 JOB CONSERVATION TEAM LEADER

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BE4 26/3/10 IV 22/4/10 LOC SUFFOLK
PAY 18386 + pension FOR SUFFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST
DES Lead a team of vols helping to manage some of Suffolk's best nature reserves. BUT Enthusiastic, highly motivated
with great interpersonal skills. Good practical experience. ASK Details: Ingrid McIvor 01473 890089
ingrid.mcivor@suffolkwildlifetrust.org Apply: www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org/volunteering-and-careers/jobopprtunities

REF 687-DIRECT-22/3 JOB COMMUNITY PROJECT OFFICER


BE4 19/3/10 LOC HARINGEY, LONDON
PAY 17524 + LW FOR BTCV
DES / BUT Part of a team based at Railway Fields to work with a diverse range of community & school groups & to engage
the community in activities & events within parks managed by Haringey Council. A good opportunity to extend your experience
working across all age groups & with a wide range of communities. ASK www.btcv.org.uk recruitment@btcv.org.uk 01302
388844 Completed applications: r.rigby@btcv.uk Richard Rigby, BTCV, Ground Floor, 80 York Way, Kings Cross, London N1
9AG

REF 688/9-DIRECT-29/3 JOB TWO (CHAHP) PROJECT OFFICERS *See below


BE4 26/3/10 LOC MINIONS, CORNWALL
PAY 22069 – 28636 pro rata FOR CORNWALL COUNCIL
DES 29.6 hpw. The council & partners are about to embark on Stage-2 of the Caradon Hill Area Heritage Project.
Covering roughly 25sq miles this multi-faceted Living Landscapes project will run for a 3 year fixed period, working closely with
the local community incl farmers, commoners, businesses, schools, parish councils & vols. BUT Able to demonstrate a
good understanding of the historical & natural features of the area & how the various users interact with the landscape.
Enthusiastic, self-motivated with excellent communication skills.
JOB DES / BUT
*Historic Environment & LearningWorking closely with other team members to implement the Historic Environment
Programme & elements of the Interpretation, Education & Training & Access Progs. Experience of working with interpretation
& education, parish project groups, vols & ideally have a good understanding of website preparation.
*Natural Environment & Learning Work with local community & statutory bodies to implement the Natural
Environment & Land Management & Access Progs as well as elements of the Interpretation, Education & Training Prog. Work
with local farmers & commoners in the preparation of Whole Farm Management Plans & minor capital works.
ASK Ref: 7252 Chat: Andy Robinson 01872 326336 Apply: 01872 322670 24hrs. recruitment@cornwall.gov.uk
www.cornwall.gov.uk/vacancies

REF 690-DIRECT-22/3 JOB INFORMATION OFFICER – ARDNAMUCHAN GOLDEN EAGLES


BE4 19/3/10 IV w/c 5/4/10 LOC ARDNAMUCHAN NATURAL HISTORY CENTRE
PAY 14500 - 16000 FOR RSPB
DES Inspire visitors about the work of the RSPB, & encourage visitors to support RSPB through membership. BUT
Experience in people engagement, both adults & children & must show initiative, have an interest in wildlife & the env & have
a friendly, approachable & dedicated disposition. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE: Kim Dawson, RSPB Scotland,
Etive House, Beechwood Park, Inverness, IV2 3BW.

Fears grow for future of Britain's rarest butterflies


Figures for butterfly sightings in 2009 have raised fears that five of Britain's rarest butterflies face a growing risk of extinction.
Their numbers last year either continued to plummet or remained at near rock bottom levels.
Conservationists are particularly concerned about the Duke of Burgundy, which has reached new low points in each of the
past three summers and is now at its lowest level since monitoring began. Other rare butterflies that remained at very low
levels in 2009 include the High Brown Fritillary and the Wood White and the Lulworth Skipper; the Pearl-bordered Fritillary,
had its second worst year in 2009.
Concern for the future of these butterflies follows analysis of data collected by the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme from over
1,000 sites nationwide. The UKBMS is co-ordinated by the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology and the charity Butterfly
Conservation. Experts believe that the extremely wet weather throughout the summers of 2007 and 2008, followed by the
above average rainfall of July and August 2009, have accelerated a long-term decline in numbers. Heavy rain makes it hard
for butterflies to survive.
According to the new data, collected in the course of last year by the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme, some relatively
common species including the Wall Brown, Small Skipper and Green Hairstreak also remained at very low numbers in 2009.
The Small Tortoiseshell, which has suffered a serious decline in recent years, made a slight comeback.
The highlight of 2009 was the massive migration of Painted Lady butterflies. In addition to the abundance of the Painted Lady,
some native butterflies also did well in 2009. These included the Green-veined White, Ringlet and Speckled Wood - all of
which thrive in lush woodland areas and may have been beneficiaries of the damp but not particularly cold conditions.
Butterflies are important as indicators, alerting us to underlying problems with the environment. If butterfly numbers are falling,
inevitably other wildlife is in decline. The main factors causing the long term decline of many butterfly species include the loss
of crucial habitats such as flower rich grassland and the intensification of farming methods. A lack of management is also
causing problems in habitats such as woodlands. Butterfly Conservation, 5 March 2010

REF 691-DIRECT-29/3 JOB CONSERVING SCOTTISH MACHAIR LIFE+ PROJECT ASSISTANT


BE4 31/3/10 IV 12/4/10 LOC BENBECULA, WESTERN ISLES
PAY 17000 – 19000 pro-rata FOR RSPB
DES Assist in the daily running of the Conserving Scottish Machair LIFE+ project based in Benbecula. Carry out habitat
assessment & manual work in relation to key species & crofting agricultural practice across the Uists, reporting to the Project
Manager. BUT Undertake the maintenance & upkeep of project machinery, take part in crofting land surveys & data
collection, & implement & monitor work progressed through the projects’ objectives. Work in conjunction with the Uist Goose

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management scheme. Practical agricultural experience & good communication skills. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4
SAE to Kim Dawson, RSPB Scotland, Etive House, Beechwood Park, Inverness, IV2 3BW.

REF 692-MONTHLY-22/3 JOB PROPERTY MANAGER (Property Service)


BE4 ? LOC PEAK DISTRICT
PAY to 29236 FOR PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK AUTHORITY
DES / BUT / ASK www.peakdistrict.gov.uk

REF 693/4-DAILY-22/3 JOB TWO GRADUATE WORK PLACEMENTS


BE4 17/3/10 IV 22/3/10 LOC STAVELY, CUMBRIA
PAY 5.80/hr FOR THE TOURISM & CONSERVATION PARTNERHSIP
DES Full time for 10 weeks. To help launch new charity. Nuture Lakeland BUT Rel degree or professional experience.
Placements funded by Uni of Cumbria Graduate Placement programme therefore applicants must live in Cumbria
Job DES / BUT
Event Organiser Help organise & plan series of celebratory events throughout May as part of Keswick Mountian
Festival & carry out PR campaign.
Web Editor Talent & ability to help us develop & upload info & images to new site & to widely publicise site
through variety of online opportunities.
ASK www.ourstolookafter.co.uk Keira Holt, 01539 822622 keira@ourstolookafter.co.uk

REF 695-DIRECT-29/3 JOB CONSERVING SCOTTISH MACHAIR LIFE+ ADMINISTRATOR


BE4 31/3/10 IV 12/4/10 LOC BENBECULA, WESTERN ISLES
PAY 14000 – 16000 pro rata FOR RSPB
DES Ensure the smooth & efficient running of a newly established office. A friendly first point of contact for those phoning
& contacting the Conserving Scottish Machair LIFE+ project, log accounts, process invoices for payment, & undertake general
admin duties as directed by the Project Manager. BUT A positive outlook & working knowledge of a modern office
environment essential. ASK www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies A4 SAE to Kim Dawson, RSPB Scotland, Etive House,
Beechwood Park, Inverness, IV2 3BW.

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REF VOL-MONTHLY-5/4 JOB 4x Ecological Surveyors, including one Wildlife Photographer
BE4 1/4/10 IV 20/4/10 LOC LULWORTH COVE, DORSET
PAY 0 but living, travel & other expenses to £120 per week + * FOR LULWORTH ESTATE
DES To undertake biological surveys & research on coastal chalk downland for Lulworth Grassland Project. As team of
four you will record butterfly transects, breeding birds & grey partridge, plant quadrats, restoration areas, insects of soft cliffs
etc. to maximise habitat value. Would suit recent graduates or equiv wishing to gain field experience; must be able to commit
for 13 weeks. BUT Rel qual, some field experience & ID skills desirable. Good recording & reporting writing, pref experience
of writing papers. Basic IT skills essential, GIS & GPS advantageous. Willing to learn, enthusiasm, versatility & sense of
humour required. For Photographer post patience & experience of macro & landscape. * Free accom on shared static
caravan. Includes training. ASK Maddy, 01929 400155 wwww.lulworth.com

REF VOL-DAILY-29/3 JOB 2 VOLUNTEER SEASONAL RANGERS


BE4 30/3/10 LOC MILTON KEYNES
PAY 0 FOR THE PARKS TRUST
DES Help support our community work in busy summer season. Be involved in delivering education programme, helping
run public events & co-leading vol cons tasks. 3 dpw incl w/e & eves, May-Sept 10. BUT Genuine interest in outdoors &
natural env, good communication skills, enthusiastic to learn new skills. Flexible approach necessary as hours may vary.
ASK www.theparkstrust.com

REF VOL-DIRECT-5/4 JOB SHADOW RANGER VOLUNTARY APPRENTICESHIP


BE4 1/4/10 LOC NOTTINGHAMSHIRE & SOUTH YORKSHIRE
PAY Training FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION & OTHER PARTNERS
DES We are looking for 3 - 5 individuals with an interest in pursuing a career in cside management &/or env ed. You will
be given training & development opportunities by work shadowing current staff incl: practical site management (incl habitat
creation & restoration), working with communities (project development & implementation), planning & undertaking cside
events, guided walks, cycle rides,& env education. Placement is bespoke & flexible to suit individual needs. 1-3 days a week
for 6 months. BUT Willing to work as part of a team, one to one & on own. Motivated & capable of working under own
initiative. Physically fit & able to negotiate rough terrain. CRB check. Good communication skills. Full driving licence desirable.
ASK www.forestry.gov.uk/eastmidlandsvolunteering

REF VOL-DIRECT-29/3 JOB VOLUNTEER TRAINEE LAND MANAGEMENT ADVISORY ASSISTANT


BE4 26/3/10 IV 6/4/10 LOC MAIDSTONE
PAY 0 FOR KENT WILDLIFE TRUST
DES Part time, 3 days per week. Work along side full time staff & assist with organising site visits, carrying out surveys &
monitoring, writing management plans & making applications for England Woodland Management Grant Scheme. Contacting
Local Wildlife Site owners & assisting with verbal & written management advice, Some weekend work required. BUT Proven
interest in the env & pref a first degree in a rel subject. Full clean driving licence & basic IT skills essential. A mature &
confident approach & the ability to communicate effectively with landowners. CRB check. ASK Chat: Richard Moyse 01622
662012 Apply: www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk Dot Huges 01622 662012 dot.hughes@kentwildlife.org.uk

REF VOL-DIRECT-29/3 JOB VOLUNTEER CONSERVATION OFFICER

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BE4 26/3/10 5pm IV 8/4/10 LOC GREAT CAMBOURNE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PAY Training FOR The Wildlife Trust Beds, Cambs, N’hants & Peterborough
DES 6-12 months part time. Assist with practical tasks of habitat management, species surveys & community
engagement. Work could be undertaken on local wetland, woodland & grassland habitats. Have the chance to contribute to
projects at various stages, from initial planning to completion. BUT Ideal for recent graduate or someone at the start of their
career. A desire to work in conservation & have basic understanding of it’s principles essential. Willing to learn new skills &
work with a diverse range of people. Organised & computerate. ASK www.wildlifebcnp.org Apply: CV & letter to:
laura.watson@wildlifebcnp.org Laura Watson, the Wildlife Trust BCNP, The Manor House, Broad Street, Great Cambourne,
CAMBS CB23 6DH

REF VOL-DIRECT-15/3 LOC BOLTON


PAY £50 per week* FOR The Wildlife Trust Lancashire, Manchester & N. Merseyside
JOB BE4 DES / BUT
V Ecological Surveyor & Nature Reserve Management Placement 17/3/10 IV 23/3/10 tbc Assist & lead on the
preparation, implementation & evaluation of ecological surveys at local Nature Reserves, SSI Mossland habitats & proposed
LNRs incl site visits, risk assessments, H&S & report writing. Assist with the Water Vole project & vol training, collation of
survey data & assessment of population trends. Deliver taster sessions at university / college lectures.
V Sound of Soprano Pipistrelles Assistant Coordinator 12/3/10 IV 22/3/10 tbc Attend a training weekend
(10 & 11/4/10) to gain project knowledge & meet the vols you will coordinate & support within project across Trust sites in
Lancashire & Greater Manchester. Produce a monthly newsletter. Involved with habitat management & other day to day tasks
of the project. BOTH * Incl living allowance & travel to work. Work rel travel additional. 30hrs per week over 4 days for 20
weeks. Assist & lead on practical nature reserve management tasks involving leading vol goups on site, as well as ordering
materials & overseeing contractors. Prepare & deliver publicity, apply for funding & assist in developing resources & exhibition
space at the Env Resource Centre. Deal with general enquiries & drop in service. Undertake other duties as required. CRB
Check ASK www.lancswt.org.uk

REF VOL-DIRECT-29/3 JOB STOCK & FARM ASSISTANT


BE4 ? LOC TURVILLE HEATH
PAY Accommodation & meals FOR GRAVELLY GRAZING
DES 7 month post 1/4/10 – 31/10/10 with possible extension. Assist with lambing, calving, fencing, scrub clearance,
forestry, firewood production, simple survey work (plant & entomology), hay making, electric fencing. These core tasks have to
be done, but work can be tailor made to suit the applicant’s discipline, eg we manage a Skylark nesting site. Currently we have
time to monitor breeding pairs so the applicant could take this on. BUT No specific experience or quals but must be able to
demonstrate commitment & enthusiasm. At the end of the post the applicant will have a good basic knowledge of conservation
grazing. It is imperative the applicant can start in early April & stay for 5+ months. ASK www.gravellygrazing.co.uk

CJS Jobs Digest, (a review of adverts from other sources, published during the past week):
REF 696-HORTWEEK-22/3 JOB TREE INSPECTOR
BE4 22/3/10 11am LOC GUILDFORD
PAY 19935 – 26624 FOR GUILDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
DES Temporary for one year initially. Undertake programme of cyclical tree inspections & works; collate & organise survey
data, manage small tree work contracts & assist with co-ordination of larger schemes. BUT Arb qual & excellent knowledge
of tree inspections & tree pest / disease ID. Fundamental contract management skills; excellent communication, IT &
organisational skills. Own car. ASK www.guildford.gov.uk

REF 697-GUARDIAN-22/3 JOB CYCLING DEVELOPMENT OFFICER


BE4 24/3/10 IV w/b 29/3/10 LOC SOUTHWARK, LONDON
PAY 25250 FOR LONDON CYCLING CAMPAIGN
DES 35 hpw, incl some evening & w/e. Develop &motivate diverse range of vols. Support & develop borough groups
promoting cycling, organising rides; work with local authorities on issues impacting cyclists. Wide varied role dealing with
politicians & decision makers; delivering funded ride programmes; producing training & communications plans incl regular
updates on developments. BUT Ideally experience of work with community based orgs & of project delivery. ASK 0207
234 9310. www.lcc.org.uk

REF 698-WTELE-15/3 JOB SENIOR LANDSCAPE OFFICER


BE4 12/3/10 IV w/c 22/3/10 LOC HEREFORDSHIRE
PAY 20000 – 29999 + benefits FOR HEREFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
DES Part of a team to conserve the natural env, both cside & settlements. BUT rel degree or similar & pref be eligible for
membership to prog association. Experience of local authority landscape work incl planning framework & knowledge of tree
preservation. Able to analyse landscape schemes in terms of effectiveness & practicality essential. Good communicator &
negotiating experience. ASK www.herefordshire.gov.uk

REF 699-WHORTWEEK-15/3 JOB ABORICULTURE & LANDSCAPE ADVISOR


BE4 11/3/10 LOC KINGS LYNN & WEST NORFOLK
PAY 26865 – 32373 FOR KINGS LYNN & WEST NORFOLK
DES Promote the preservation, protection & good management of trees, process tree applications, provide advice &
guidance on issues rel to trees & landscapes & monitor the compliance on decision & conditions. BUT Degree with rel
experience of arboriculture or rel discipline. Able to id trees & assess damage to, & the H&S of trees. Familiar with tree
legislation rel to TPO’s, tree in conservation areas & on development sites. ASK www.west-norfolk.gov.uk 01553 616662
personnel@west-norfolk.gov.uk

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REF 700-WFC-17/3 JOB POLICY ADVISER – SPECIES, WATER & SOIL
BE4 15/3/10 LOC EDINBURGH
PAY 29050 – 34480 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND
DES 1 year fixed term, either one full time or two part time posts. To lead development, promotion, monitoring & review of
species, water & soils policy consistent with Scottish Government's Scottish forestry Strategy. Key areas: Implement &
oversee FSC red squirrel conservation programme incl strongholds; Oversee, prepare & supervise species conservation
programme providing advice as required incls protected species; Advise on invasive non-natives; lead on engagement with
Water Framework Directive, the implementation phase of Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act & of rel soils programmes
(eg EU Soils Directive) incl preparation of projects. BUT Experience of forestry, env man or rel policy work essential,
experience of rel policy area desirable. Forestry /env science or rel degree & ideally member of Inst of Chartered Foresters.
Persuasive, friendly with excellent communication & networking skills. Able to work to tight deadlines on budget. ASK Ref:
000-5 www.forestry.gov.uk/vacancies jillian.buchan@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

REF 701-WFC-15/3 JOB PHYTOPHTHORA SUPPORT OFFICER


BE4 12/3/10 LOC WORCESTER
PAY 25788 – 31337 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION ENGLAND
DES 4 year fixed term. To prepare & implement site management plans on Phytophthora outbreak sites in liaison with
FERA. Provide support, guidance & advice & foster good working relationships. Raise awareness of the disease & its
importance. Includes maintenance of GIS & other record sets. BUT Good knowledge of operational forestry, understanding
of lowland woodland management; knowledge of contract & budget management & of Health & Safety. An understanding of
plant health legislation is essential. Excellent IT skills including GIS ideally ArcView. Adaptable team worker with excellent
communication skills. ASK Ref: 0001-3 www.forestry.gov.uk/vacancies hilary.muirhead@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

REF 702-WHORTWEEK-15/3 JOB TREE INSPECTOR


BE4 12/3/10 LOC EALING
PAY 24111 – 25596 FOR EALING COUNCIL
DES Undertake borough wide visual tree inspections resulting from enquiries & routine tree management prog. Data
captured onsite will be recorded & processed via a tree management database. BUT Experience in arb & hold recognised
arb qual to level 3. CRB check ASK www.ealing.gov.uk

REF 703-WFC-22/3 JOB RECREATION FOREST CRAFTSPERSON


BE4 17/3/10 LOC GLENMORE
PAY 17121 – 19196 FOR FORESTRY COMMISSION SCOTLAND
DES To undertake recreation / forest management to help protect woodlands & increase their value to society & the env.
Key work areas: Inspection & maintenance of your designated areas; maintenance of paths, fencing, gates, signage &
countryside furniture; assist with org & delivery of events; some forest management. BUT Experience in use of arb
machinery incl chainsaw & tractors, NPTC desirable. Reliable but flexible team worker with good communication & time
keeping skills able to work on initiative. Driving licence essential. ASK Ref: 000-22. www.forestry.gov.uk/vacancies
jillian.buchan@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

REF 704/5-FARMERSWEEKLY-22/3 JOB CATCHMENT SENSITIVE FARMING OFFICERS x 2


BE4 19/3/10 IV 14/4/10 LOC *See Below
PAY 23300 FOR NATURAL ENGLAND
DES * 1 post in Bury St Edmunds or Colchester & 1 post in Norwich. Encourage farmers & other land mangers to adopt
best practice to reduce water pollution by direct guidance, specialist advisory schemes & incentives. BUT Ideally advised
farmers before. An understanding of the technical issues rel to farming advantageous. Able to engage people & advocate the
ECSFDI prog in a professional way. ASK http://www.defra.gov.uk/foodfarm/landmanage/water/csf/index.htm Apply:
ssd.nerecruitment@defra.gsi.gov.uk Email pref. Natural England Recruitment, Shared Services Directorate, Room 212, 2nd
Floor, Foss House, Kings Pool, 1-2 Peasholme Green York Yo1 7PX 0845 6037262

REF 706-WTELE-15/3 JOB PARKS & LANDSCAPE OFFICER


BE4 ? IV 29/3/10 LOC SURREY
PAY 20000 – 34999 FOR WAVERLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL
DES 1 year post from April '10. ensure park & open spaces are well maintained. Involving day to day contact with
contractors, regular contact with public & opportunity to develop new play areas incl holding public consultations. BUT Qual
in amenity hort or similar with 3+ yrs appropriate experience. Clean driving licence. Working knowledge of Confirm
Environmental Contract Management System & MapInfo desirable as is working in local government. ASK Chat: Rob
Anderton, Head of Environmental Services 01483 523411 Apply: jobs@waverley.gov.uk 01483 523388 (24hrs) No CVs

This Edition: 8 sides, 56 new paid jobs, (45 Direct). Opportunities are advertised in CJS Weekly for one week only.
Details appear in CJS Weekly: Existing Opportunities in subsequent weeks. Online subscribers have access to several
months of back issues. CJS is printed in-house using 100% recycled paper & organic inks. Details believed correct but given
without prejudice. Ends.

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