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Reserves Officer

Company: Durham Wildlife Trust

Location: Houghton-le-Spring, North East

Salary: £30,633

Closing Date: 30 July 2026

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Working closely with the Reserves Manager and as part of a team, you will be responsible for practical habitat and site infrastructure delivery across our sites. In addition to delivering practical management work, you will play an essential role in making everyone feel valued and welcome, engaging with the public, volunteers and stakeholders on a daily basis, and leading groups to deliver practical works to the highest standard.
This role is central to the Trust delivering its commitment to nature’s recovery and showcasing the highest standards of site-based management. Working with the wider team, partners and volunteers to provide biodiverse, safe and welcoming spaces where nature thrives, and people feel inspired by and connected with their natural environment. Delivering key management objectives on the ground through practical action, the Reserves Officer will also be an excellent advocate for the Trust’s work for nature’s recovery. 

For full role details, please see job pack below.

Term: Full time for 24 months, potential for extension subject to funding.

How to apply: Please complete the application form below and provide a personal statement (maximum two sides of A4) setting out your suitability for the role. Submit the form and statement as two documents by email via the link below.

Closing date: 30th July, 2026

Interviews are scheduled to take place at Rainton Meadows Nature Reserve, DH4 6PU on Monday 10th August.

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