Site Manager - Galloway Reserves

Site Manager - Galloway ReservesReference: MAR20240644Location: Dumfries and Galloway OfficeSalary: £38,389.00 - £41,212.00 Per AnnumThis is a permanent, full-time role for 37.5 hours per week.Are you looking to combine your passion for nature with your land management and communication skills? If so, this may be the perfect role for you! We are looking for an organised, dynamic, and passionate Site Manager to lead the team and deliver the work programmes on these varied and exciting nature reserves. To make a success of this opportunity, you will be a capable manager with the ability to work well with a broad range of contacts, both within the RSPB and with statutory agency partners, NGOs and beyond.Management across the suite of reserves is often multi-layered and complex, so good project management skills twinned with forward thinking, and a keen willingness to solve practical problems will be required. Key elements of reserve management include managing the team, budgeting/financial management, H&S, compliance, project management, management planning, reporting and public relations. You will be part of RSPB’s Scottish Lowlands & Southern Uplands team and the role is likely to be home based, with a strong preference for being part of the local community.Essential skills, knowledge and experience:Ecological requirements of key species.Project management.Proven track record of managing nature reserves.Contract management.Health, Safety and Environmental management.Relevant site-specific specialist knowledge (e.g. grazing, woodland management).Time management and prioritisation.Budget management.Leadership.Individual and team management skills.You will require a full, manual driving licence that is valid in the UK in order to drive our fleet vehicles.Closing date: 23:59, Fri, 17th May 2024We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 10 June 2024. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.Apply HERE
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