Reserves Officer

Closing date:

Salary: £30,633

Contract type: Fixed term / Working hours: Full time

Location:

Rainton Meadows, Mallard Way,
Houghton-le-Spring
, DH4 6PU

Houghton-le-Spring

, DH4 6PU

Reserves Officer
Location: Rainton Meadows, DH4 6PU
Salary: £30,633
Term: Full time for 24 months, potential for extension subject to funding.
Closing Date: 30th July, 2026

This role is central to us delivering our commitment to nature’s recovery and showcasing the highest standards of site-based management.

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.

Location: Rainton Meadows, DH4 6PU

Salary: £30,633

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

Closing Date: 30th July, 2026

This role is central to us delivering our commitment to nature’s recovery and showcasing the highest standards of site-based management.

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.

Contact details

Andrew Wadds, Reserves Manger, Durham Wildlife Trust, awadds@durhamwt.co.uk

Job reference: Durham Wildlife Trust Reserves Officer

Durham Wildlife Trust Reserves Officer

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