16 Permanent, Agriculture / Fishing / Forestry jobs in Merton, Oxfordshire

Durham County Council is offering an exciting opportunity to join the Parks & Countryside team as a Ranger/LNR Officer. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to help us protect and enhance some of the county's most treasured landscapes. If you thrive in nature, love engaging with local communities, and want to make a real difference to County Durhams wildlife and biodiversity, this is your chance to join a dynamic team at the heart of conservation and countryside management in County Durham., As a Ranger/LNR Officer in our Parks & Countryside Service, you will be responsible for delivering the daily practical and technical management of the Parks & Countryside Estate-including country parks, nature reserves, railway paths, and picnic areas. Your responsibilities will also include developing site management plans, organising work programmes, and supporting the development of small-scale projects and grant applications. This is a diverse and dynamic role where no two days are ever alike., Don't see the perfect role for you right now? Keep an eye on our social media channels for updates on new opportunities at Durham County Council!, We are a proud equal opportunities employer and recognise that a diverse, talented workforce brings new ideas and new perspectives, which will facilitate growth and improvements to services. We are committed to ensuring that our employment policies and processes are fair and equitable to all. We welcome job applications from everyone, and successful candidates are considered only on their skills and ability to do the job. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from disabled people and provide support throughout the recruitment process. Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26899/Equality-diversity-and-inclusion-in-our-workforce INTERVIEWS Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 23rd June 2025. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.

NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Countryside Management or directly related subject and or ability to demonstrate significant relevant experience

• Substantial experience delivering site maintenance, habitat improvement and environmental schemes, including assisting in the implementation of management plans.
• Experience of developing environmental grant applications and small-scale project plans.
• Experience of operating a wide range of conservation management machinery.
• Substantial experience of leading and working with apprentice and casual staff as well as volunteer supervision, including Friends of Groups.
• Experience of leading and training other staff and volunteers.
• Experience of developing and leading conservation activities.
• Experience of leading, developing and working with wide range of partners and stakeholders, including conservation organisations, landowners and government agencies.
  
  REWARDS AND BENEFITS
We offer generous rewards and benefits that are designed to help you perform at your best:
• Competitive salaries and 27 days holiday per year rising to 32 days after five years continuous local government service.
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days annual leave per year.
• Excellent work/life balance through schemes including job sharing, compressed hours and flexi-time (allowing up to 13 flexi days per year).
• Hybrid working (home and office working).
• Excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Plus, top up options - Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme and standard AVC scheme for members of the LGPS.
• Wellbeing Portal and access to an Employee Assist Scheme.
• Wide range of learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Benefits Portal and Lifestyle Savings Scheme (discounts across a host of major retailers).
• Discounted DCC gym membership.
• Staff networks run by staff for our staff, including Race Equality and Diversity, Disability, LGBT+, Armed Forces, Carers, Menopause.
• Trade Union membership.
• A range of other salary sacrifice schemes such as car leasing.Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions. Take a closer look: https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits