The Growing the Future Science Officer will provide scientific support in the development and delivery of horticulture courses and public engagement events. They will run SciHort conferences that will allow growers to connect with the latest scientific and technological advances. A major part of the job role will be developing, testing and evaluating a ‘Plants
The project coordinator will ensure that the objectives of the GTF project are met, concentrating on the delivery of horticulture courses and public engagement at the National Botanic Garden of Wales and at partner hubs. They will manage project staff based at the Botanic Garden and coordinate trainers at locations throughout Wales. The project coordinator
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Tropical Plants Supervisor to join our team. This pivotal new role will be responsible for supporting the function and objectives of the Plants & Landscape team through the cultivation and maintenance of all indoor planting areas with a particular focus on the exhibits in our new tropical
Salary: £18,000 (pro-rata) Benefits – please click here Every day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone – communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people’s health, prospects and outdoor places. We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to engage volunteers in managing and improving community
The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham has over 500 acres of countryside, 8 Local Nature Reserves and 25 parks & open spaces – a variety of different landscapes types that are extensively used by many local residents. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Heritage Ranger to join our dynamic Parks &
Park Ranger Trainees support park visitors by explaining park rules, collecting visitor day-use and camping fees, responding to questions and complaints, and conducting nature and interpretive programs. In addition, Trainees inspect park areas for cleanliness and safety, perform maintenance, clean facilities, and correct hazardous conditions. Park Ranger Trainees assist Park Rangers in performing peace officer duties within
Postdoctoral Fellowships at CSIRO provide opportunities to scientists and engineers, who have completed their doctorate and have less than three years relevant postdoctoral work experience. These fellowships will help launch their careers, provide experience that will enhance their career prospects, and facilitate the recruitment and development of potential leaders for CSIRO. Postdoctoral Fellows are appointed for up
Eco Logical Australia is one Australia’s largest specialist environmental consultancies and leading provider of environmental services. As a result of continued growth we seek several bush regenerators (qualified and trainee) with the following skills, experience and knowledge: Essential Passion and demonstrated interest in bush regeneration Current NSW drivers licence Physically fit for
Dudley Parks Development Service requires an enthusiastic and committed Project Manager to manage the development period of the Stevens Park, Quarry Bank HLF Restoration Project, up to the submission of a Round 2 Parks for People Bid in February 2018. Project Manager – Stevens Park Quarry Bank, HLF Restoration Project 12 month fixed term contract
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs necessary wildlife biology program tasks including monitoring, restoration, introduced species control, rare and endemic wildlife species survey and management and/or other habitat restoration projects related broadly to the fauna of Santa Catalina Island, other Channel Islands and Southern California. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: A Wildlife biologist will perform any combination
Every day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone – communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people’s health, prospects and outdoor places. This role is offered at 21 hours per week, 12 month contracted position starting at the beginning of September. Working for Caithness is an
Are you looking to start your career in the environmental industry? Working hard as an Environmental Technician provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and experience in the full range environmental activities. As an Environmental Technician you will be out in the field daily controlling weeds and restoring native habitats, so it’s important
This role, based at the Tree Nursery, Clandeboye Estate, Bangor Northern Ireland is offered at 28 hours per week (including weekend and evening work). The Senior Project Officer supports TCV in enabling people and communities to improve their health, prospects and outdoor places. The role manages TCV Tree Nursery, delivering native tree growing and promoting
very day TCV works across the UK to create healthier and happier communities for everyone – communities where our activities have a lasting impact on people’s health, prospects and outdoor places. These two Senior Project Office roles working on the Building Better Opportunities Project based in Carlisle and Eden District, Cumbria are 35 hours per
The City of Gainesville is seeking a Nature Assistant to join the Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs department’s natural resource management team, playing an integral role in managing the City’s nature parks. As a Nature Assistant, you will: Conduct regular park inspections and maintenance of trails and facilities Control invasive non-native plants using herbicides or
The MWF are seeking a Plant Field Biologist with GIS skills who will be responsible for implementing the 12 month project from the 1st August 2017, to meet specific project objectives to improve the long term management and monitoring of plant species survival and habitat restoration. The restoration of Round Island represents one of the
Qualifications Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)—Successful fundraising professional with nearly 15 years of experience in foundation, corporate and individual donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, raising more than $6 Million for nonprofit organizations in Southern Oregon and Northern California. Science Journalist – graduate of globally recognized graduate program in science communication with more than 20 years
With a background in land management and a good understanding of horticulture we require an experienced individual to nurture and support our award winning Upton Country Park. You will practically maintain and manage a wide variety of habitats including grasslands, wetlands, formal gardens and woodlands. Ensuring the safety and security of visitors and colleagues at
Responsibilities and Expectations: Volunteer interns are expected to work independently and with TSC staff in a team setting to fulfill the operational needs of the center. All interns will assist with the general day to day operations of the TSC. Responsibilities can include, but are not limited to: • Providing high standards of animal husbandry
Ref: VEW/FTC/LWC Location WWT London Wetland Centre (Barnes) Department Learning Salary £14,160 per annum Position type Part Time Working pattern 30 hours per week – 4 days from 7 including weekends and bank holidays Passionate about conservation and visitor engagement you will help to deliver a variety of tours, talks and visitor activities. You will
During 2014/2015, senior officers of the London Borough of Bromley asked idverde to develop a proposal for a holistic managed service. This would integrate professional park management services with the grounds maintenance services (already outsourced to idverde). One single organization would provide professional park management and community engagement services together with the delivery of front-line
Salary: £30,895 to £32,867 per annum dependent on experience Contract: Permanent, full time (1950 hours per year) Location: Stafford Job Ref: IRC41735 This role is all about inspirational leadership and bringing a team of outdoors professionals together to deliver strategy, conservation and an exceptional visitor experience. Since coming to the Trust in the 1960’s, the
The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham has over 500 acres of countryside, 8 Local Nature Reserves and 25 parks & open spaces – a variety of different landscapes types that are extensively used by many local residents. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Ranger to join our dynamic Parks & Countryside
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced estate worker with a solid grounding in horticulture to join us at Upton Country Park on a 1 year, fixed-term basis. The team has responsibility for maintaining a walled garden, formal landscaped garden and extensive borders, implementing a wide range of Countryside Management activities and developing new
Trees for Cities is an independent charity that works with local people to transform urban spaces in cities across the UK and overseas. We engage businesses, residents, schools and community groups to plant trees. We deliver vocational horticulture and arboriculture training, education and landscaping projects. We seek a highly-motivated individual to join our Development Team.
Application deadline: November 13, 2014, 5 p.m. PST$63,855 – $88,758 annually, plus excellent benefits This is a limited duration position, funded through June 30, 2018 About MetroDuring the last 20 years, a vast constellation of public land has quietly taken shape across the Portland metropolitan area. Metro has evolved into a major landowner and manager.
This project entails NPS Vegetation Program staff working for a period over 51 weeks to implement activities at the park’s native plant nursery. The intern will carry out native plant propagation and care activities as directed by the park’s native plant nursery manager. The intern will learn native plant production, plant care, and seed collection
The members’ time will be spent on a combination of environmental education and stewardship responsibilities. The Hudson River Park provides quality hands-on environmental education experiences to thousands of school groups (k – Grade 12), summer campers (toddlers – Grade 12), and park patrons. The members will largely support the implementation of our robust environmental education
Our wetland centre at Martin mere, in Lancashire, hosts up to 200,000 visitors every year and is now looking for two enthusiastic individuals to join its expanding grounds team. The roles will include responsibility both for the presentation and welfare of the animal collection and the upkeep and maintenance of the horticultural aspects of the
Closing Date – 2 March 2015 With over 65 years’ experience ADAS has an amazing track record of providing agricultural and environmental consultancy & research expertise to an enviable range of clients both in the private and public sector. We are a recognised leader in the agricultural, environmental and rural sectors. We provide an ethical
