Pinkhill Nature Reserve Warden

Job Summary by the careerbalance.co.uk Team:

104Job Description:We are looking for an experienced Nature Reserve Warden to cover Maternity leave, working 3 days a week- flexible. 9 – 5:30 pm required to do the odd weekend depending on whether there are customer events. Based at the Nature Reserve at Farmoor Reservoir, you will be managing the site about biodiversity, public access, community involvement and education enhancements. To promote the achievements of the Nature Reserve within the Company, among regulators, stakeholders and interest groups.

What you’ll be doing as Nature Reserve Warden

• Develop and maintain the Management Plan for the site.
• Manage the Nature Reserve according to the Management Plan and within budget.
• Undertake risk assessments for activities done on-site and by volunteers, complying
  with Thames Water H&S policy and the requirements of the controller of premises.
• Promote the site within Thames Water and in the local area/community through
  events, talks, tours and the media.
• Arrange and administrate Management Committee meetings.
• Co-ordinate and undertake wildlife monitoring and reporting.
   

What you should bring to the role

• In-depth knowledge of habitat and wildlife management preferably with an appropriate degree.
• Well-developed skills in wildlife identification and ecology, especially in birds and wetland natural history.
• Sound knowledge of and proficiency in practical conservation skills.
• An enthusiasm for urban conservation and relating it to the public.
• Ability to liaise at all levels of the Business.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with people at all levels of the business and community.
• Effective work planning, time management and prioritisation skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £32,000 Pro Rata
• Annual Leave 24- 26 days holiday per year  (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing

Who are we?
At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear – to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

Working at Thames Water
At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life’s essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business.

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.Location: South East, Farmoor