Are you passionate about protecting Northern Irelands wild places? Do you thrive outdoors, working with nature and people alike? Ulster Wildlife is looking for a dedicated Nature Reserves Officer to help manage our 19 nature reserves across Northern Ireland including a wide range of native habitats and species.

About the Role

Carry out habitat management and monitoring

Maintain reserve infrastructure (e.g. fencing, invasive species control, litter removal)

Implement health & safety procedures on-site

Support and supervise volunteers and lead group activities

Work outdoors in all weathers, often alone and on varied terrain

What You’ll Need

Experience in practical conservation or land management

Sound understanding of health & safety in outdoor work

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Confident leading volunteers and engaging the public

Full UK or equivalent driving licence

A strong commitment to nature and wildlife

Full-time, permanent contract.

Deadline for applications is 12 noon Tuesday 26 August 2025. Download a recruitment pack and application form from link below

The post is funded via the Carrier Bag Levy by the Department of the Agriculture, Environment & Rural Affairs.

Skills:
Conservation land management Managing Volunteers Biological monitoring and recording Use of broad range of hand tools and machinery Trailer Licence

Benefits:
Employer’s Contributory Pension Scheme Health Cash Back Scheme Flexi Time System