National Trust Ranger
National Trust is hiring a full-time permanent Ranger position in Bushmills. As a Ranger, you’re a champion of nature conservation and the great outdoors, and you’ll play a crucial role in keeping the nation’s beloved countryside and coast in good shape, for wildlife and for people.
Duration:
This is a permanent role which offers realistic salary progression based on annual reviews.
Work hours:
35.5 hours per week. You’ll work some weekends and bank holidays, with limited on call requirements over the Christmas period – however, these will be arranged with you in advance.
What it’s like to work here
Reporting to the Area Ranger in the East Ranger Team, this role is mainly based at Cushendun, on the east coast of Co. Antrim – our head office is at Hezlett House, Castlerock. You’ll also be required to work across the whole of the North Coast sites when needed (for skills sharing or larger jobs) so you’ll have the opportunity to broaden your experience by working alongside our colleagues in the North Coast West Ranger team.
For more information, view the job post on the National Trust website.
Who we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you’re:
- practically experienced in conservation work, to protect and improve habitats and landscapes
- happy to talk to all kinds of people about the work you’re doing, and why it matters
- hard-working and willing to learn
- able to work safely, using risk assessments and following guidelines
- experienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoors
- able to use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificates
- a driver with a full UK driving licence
The Package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
- Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
- Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
- Rental deposit loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
- EV car lease scheme
- Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
- Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria
- Flexible working whenever possible
- Employee assistance programme
- Free parking at most Trust places
Interested applicants must apply online by filling out the online application form on on the National Trust Jobs website.
If you need any help with your application eg. technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk.