Senior Tree Ranger

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Park Management Team and support the general running and maintenance of the Trusts estate and be responsible for delivering all tree related works - whether for safety reasons, as part of our Woodland Management Plan, or in response to arboricultural diseases. The role will also play a key part in helping the Trust plan for the future by enhancing Nene Park for people and for wildlife, as well as reducing its carbon footprint. This is very much a practical role, with the post holder directly involved in all aspects of forestry operations on the ground, as well as planning for and dealing with contractors on site. The role will encompass a variety of tasks including but not limited to the following:

• Leading and coordinating arboricultural operations, tree surveys and tree related safety inspections.
• Carrying out and supervising tree works internally as well as those conducted by the Trust\'s specialist external tree contractors.
• Ranger duties to ensure the Park is well-managed and maintained, conserving its important heritage and ensuring it provides a welcoming environment for Park visitors
  
  Self-motivated and willing to take the lead in their area of specialism, whilst being able to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to manage own time and workload effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with diverse groups of people
• Ability to work safely in a high risk environment
  
  This is a full-time position, working 37.5 hours a week, with some weekend and evening work. The role is based at our head offices in Ferry Meadows - Ham Farm House, Ham Lane, Peterborough, PE2 5UU and involves working anywhere across the Trust's estate.