Reserves Officer (Isle of Wight)

As part of the Isle of Wight Team, this post is crucial to the successful delivery of the Trust's Wilder vision on the Isle of Wight. The post holder will share the responsibility for the management of the Isle of Wight reserves with a second reserves officer. The reserves encompass a wide range of habitat types and species so candidates will need to have experience in a wide range of habitat management techniques. Key aspects of the role will be to manage the estate to a high standard in line with contractual & statutory obligations and promoting the Trust Reserves as exemplars of good management. The post holder will be responsible for the line management of the Assistant Reserves Officer(s), for the recruitment & supervision of volunteers and will coordinate a varied programme of volunteering and public engagement activities.

This is a challenging and dynamic role that requires a high degree of practical competency, initiative, determination, administrative skills and diplomacy. The post holder will be an experienced land manager, competent in the in the use of power tools & tractors with a confident and engaging communication style. Knowledge of conservation grazing systems and livestock husbandry will be an advantage. Flexible working will be required.

We offer a wide range of benefits including a competitive salary, generous annual leave allowance, a contributory pension scheme, life assurance, learning and development support, 24-hour access to our employee assistance programme, discounted staff travel with our corporate partners Wightlink (subject to T&Cs) and more.