Job Description

We're looking for an experienced countryside ranger who's ready for a new challenge. You'll be working at the forefront of nature conservation and land management at a busy visitor attraction, managing a ranger, and team of countryside volunteers, in a landscape that's important for wildlife and loved by people.


You'll regularly work weekdays and occasional weekends on a shared rota.


Interview date: Thursday 8 May



What it's like to work here:Brimham Rocks is a SSSI site, part of a portfolio with nearby Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal. You'll be based at Brimham Rocks but have close links to the ranger team at Fountains Abbey, sharing resources at times.


A moorland plateau topped by a jumble of fantastically shaped rocks, Brimham Rocks can't fail to delight and inspire. Home to rare species of heather and a moorland habitat that supports a wide variety of wildlife, Brimham sits within the spectacular countryside of the Nidderdale National Landscape.


Brimham welcomes over 200,000 visitors every year and is a popular tourist destination in the local area. Climbers, walkers and families come to enjoy the wide variety of outdoor activities.


As Area Ranger, you'll be a key member of the small core staff team based at the site all year round.



What you'll be doing:You'll be managing a ranger and team of countryside volunteers. As you develop a flexible and effective programme of work for your team, you'll be guided both by business needs and by the Trust's strategy for restoring nature and enabling everyone to enjoy the countryside.


Your role is crucial in meeting the Trust's high standards of presentation and property maintenance. You'll build strong and positive relationships with colleagues, contractors, and neighbouring land owners.


You'll introduce a wide variety of people to the importance of your nature conservation work through working with the visitor experience team to offer events, guided walks and engaging the local community. And you'll look for ways to raise funds for the Trust through innovative business ideas.


You'll ensure the Countryside Stewardship Agreement deliverables are achieved and evaluated.


Part of the duty management team, you'll be ensuring that day to day operations run smoothly and ensuring a fantastic day out for our visitors. This will include working one weekend day approx twice a month and some bank holidays.



Who we're looking forWe'd love to hear from you if you're:


experienced in managing land, nature conservation and access for people, including running small projects and supervising contractors used to developing and running programmes of work to achieve specific goals in conservation or access a strong team player, with a track record in leading and managing staff and volunteers practical and skilled in looking after a range of habitats and landscapes, with certificates in chainsaw use, tractor driving and towing trailers able to work safely, and take the lead on compliance - including writing risk assessments, and safety and environmental procedures happy to talk - with enthusiasm and commitment - to all kinds of people about the work you do and why it matters a driver, with a full UK licence

The packageThe National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.


Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Fixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw for 12 mo)