Join our team and help oversee two stunning nature reserves in West Cornwall. Hayle Estuary offers striking views and hosts wintering wetland birds, along with migratory waders, gulls, and terns in spring and autumn. Nearby, Marazion Marsh is a hidden gem with reedbeds that draw diverse warblers in summer. Leading local volunteers, you'll play a vital role in conserving these special places for wildlife and people. Your friendly, dependable nature will help build strong relationships with colleagues and visitors, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere., You'll support the Site Manager in delivering the reserve management plan and ensuring smooth site operations. You'll lead habitat management with volunteers, maintain infrastructure, and oversee visitor facilities. Based at the RSPB Cornwall Reserves office in Penzance, your focus will be Hayle Estuary and Marazion Marsh. Success in this role relies on your ability to motivate volunteers and your dependable, efficient work style.,

• Create annual and seasonal work plans in line with reserve objectives.
• Manage site operations safely and ensure risk controls are in place.
• Serve as the main contact for the local community, building strong relationships.
  
  You will have knowledge and experience of practical habitat and estate management.
• You will have a proven track record of working of completing work alone and working within a varied team.
• Comfortable managing volunteers from a range of backgrounds
• Full driving licence.
• Familiarity with machinery, tools, and equipment maintenance and operation.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong problem-solving abilities with practical solutions.
• Excellent verbal communication skills across various audiences.
• Experience in developing and implementing work plans.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage oneself and team accordingly.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing volunteer teams.