Conservation Officer Chalk streams and Clay Vales Project
Conservation Officer Chalk streams and Clay Vales Project
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Salary: £33,450
Contract type: Permanent / Working hours: Full timeLocation:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Rivers and Wetlands Conservation Officer to help deliver and coordinate conservation action across the Stour chalk streams and clay vale landscapes.
Working as part of Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Nature-based Solutions team, you will coordinate river restoration and catchment management activities, working closely with colleagues, contractors, landowners, farmers and project partners to improve river health, biodiversity and climate resilience.
The role will also lead on monitoring and reporting project outcomes, supporting citizen science initiatives and building strong partnerships across the catchment. A key aspect of the role will be acting as Dorset Wildlife Trust’s lead officer for beavers within the Stour catchment, helping to support evidence-led management that benefits nature, people and climate.
Please note that the workplace location is designated as the Urban Wildlife Centre, however there may be flexibility to work at our Brooklands Farm HQ offices.
* Please note that this role is very similar to the vacancy for Conservation Officer (Frome Headwaters). As such, applicants are welcome to use a single application if they wish to be considered for both posts. If this is the case, please mark this clearly in the application in the box marked 'Post applied for' in the first box.
Working as part of Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Nature-based Solutions team, you will coordinate river restoration and catchment management activities, working closely with colleagues, contractors, landowners, farmers and project partners to improve river health, biodiversity and climate resilience.
The role will also lead on monitoring and reporting project outcomes, supporting citizen science initiatives and building strong partnerships across the catchment. A key aspect of the role will be acting as Dorset Wildlife Trust’s lead officer for beavers within the Stour catchment, helping to support evidence-led management that benefits nature, people and climate.
Please note that the workplace location is designated as the Urban Wildlife Centre, however there may be flexibility to work at our Brooklands Farm HQ offices.
* Please note that this role is very similar to the vacancy for Conservation Officer (Frome Headwaters). As such, applicants are welcome to use a single application if they wish to be considered for both posts. If this is the case, please mark this clearly in the application in the box marked 'Post applied for' in the first box.
Contact details
To apply for this post, please download and complete the application form and then submit it to recruitment@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk .
If you require further information regarding this vacancy please contact the River Catchment Manager by email at abroom@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk
If you have any difficulty in accessing the downloadable files, please contact us by email at recruitment@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk
The deadline for applications is 6pm Sunday 07 June 2026. Initial interviews will be carried out in the week of 15 June.
Job reference: COCV
Job description
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Application Form
- Application form 2026(151.02 KB)