Job Introduction
BCP Council has an incredible range of sites managed for nature. From harbours and seafront cliffs, to urban heathlands, woodlands, saltmarsh and meadows. With 13 SSSI's, SPAs, RAMSAR sites and Local Nature Reserves, our sites have extensive areas under agri-environmental schemes using cattle, ponies, sheep and goats for conservation grazing. Supported by a fantastic army of volunteers and with several visitor centres.
Role Purpose
Heathland Mitigation Rangers engage with people and communities to proactively manage BCP Councils urban heathlands. Also delivering conservation work and playing a key role in the Countryside team who manage BCP's incredible nature reserves.
Heathland Mitigation Rangers are a key focal point to engage with users, to educate and inform on appropriate use of heathlands and their unique wildlife. Enforcement and use of legislation can also be used to manage the sites.
Work with our superb volunteers on habitat management and surveying, undertake regular patrols, work closely with the Dorset Heaths Partnership and wider teams.
Main Responsibilities
Through your patrolling and on-site presence, engagement and education prevent mis-use of heathlands. Work closely with local stakeholders across the different nature reserves, encouraging positive behaviour.
Perform routine landscape, habitat conservation and maintenance activities, in line with site management to support the appropriate management of heathlands and ensure a safe environment for the public
Support the day-to-day management of livestock, undertaking daily checks, responding to emergencies to ensure healthy and well-managed livestock.
Work in all weathers and conditions to support the wider conservation work of the Countryside team.
The Ideal Candidate
Be passionate about making a difference to BCP's internationally important nature reserves.
Heathland Mitigation Rangers shall have strong people skills, being able to talk to and relate to all users, engaging positively with the community, while being able to address negative behaviours on site.
Work positively with volunteers to support site maintenance, work collaboratively across the team and with partners.
If you have any questions regarding the role please contact Terry Elborn on 01202 817921.
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
Starting salary for this role is £29,542 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)
This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.
Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.
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About BCP Council
BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check.
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