Volunteer Trainee Mid & West Cornwall Reserves Officer

Volunteer Trainee Mid & West Cornwall Reserves Officer

Location:
Cornwall Wildlife Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet, Truro, Cornwall , TR4 9DJ

Volunteers and Reserves staff scything at Churchtown Farm

Assisting the reserves team in all areas of estate work, to include practical habitat maintenance/restoration, biodiversity surveys and livestock work.

Position details

Commitment:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Frequency:

Weekly

Closing date:            Ongoing

Salary:                        Voluntary - out of pocket expenses paid

Contract type:          Fixed term for 12 months

Working hours:         Monday to Thursday, 8.30am-4.30pm

Join the Mid & West Cornwall Nature Reserves team as a trainee and gain skills vital for starting a career in the wildlife and countryside sector. You will have an active hand in practical conservation and land management across a range of habitats and develop your wildlife knowledge and volunteer leadership skills.

Formal training package to include Chainsaw, Tractor, First Aid, Brushcutter and Pesticides Application. Species identification and surveying courses are also available.

We have an excellent track record of trainees going on to find employment in the conservation sector.     

Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential. However, applicants must enjoy working outdoors and be physically fit to undertake practical tasks. A commitment of 4 days a week for 12 months and a full UK driving licence are essential.

Please complete the attached application form and return to volunteering@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk