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The closing date for applications is midday on the 16th April 2025. Initial interviews are likely to take place online on the w/c 21st April 2025.
Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV, giving full details of education, employment and experience. Please also supply details of two referees. You should also include a statement of application outlining why you consider yourself suitable for the post and what particular experience, skills and attributes you have which will enable you to fulfil the requirements of the job. It would help the selection panel if you refer to the duties and requirements of the job description enclosed in framing your statement.
Completed applications should be marked ‘Private and Confidential’ and emailed to recruitment@norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk or be posted to Recruitment Applications, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY.
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Norfolk Wildlife Trust is the county’s largest environmental charity, committed to the protection and enhancement of Norfolk’s wildlife and wild places.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our Broads North Reserves team based at the incredible NWT Hickling Broad NNR, predominantly working on the NNR but including other special NWT managed sites within the Broads. We are seeking an enthusiastic and practical person who will carry out a variety of tasks, including habitat management and infrastructure maintenance using machinery such as a Truxor, tractors and boats.
The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of wildlife conservation and habitat management techniques as well as effective communication skills, both with colleagues and members of the public. The post will work within a close-knit highly motivated team and an ability to work well with colleagues is vital. The successful candidate will also have at least 2 years’ experience working on a nature reserve or similar. You will assist in undertaking a variety of different conservation management tasks to protect wildlife and enhance habitats including fen mowing, reed cutting, scrub management, water level management, wildlife monitoring, stock handling and maintenance of infrastructure.
A detailed job description and person specification is attached for information and to assist you with your application.
In return, we offer a competitive benefits package. A full list can be found on our website.
For more information about the role please see the job description below: