Countryside Warden
Quick answer
Guildford Borough Council is hiring two full-time Countryside Wardens with a salary range of £28,618 - £30,804 to manage the sensitive and appropriate long-term continuity of woodland, grassland, chalk downland, heathland, and other habitats on their countryside estate, working in Guildford, Surrey.
- Role
- Countryside Warden
- Organization
- Guildford Borough Council
- Location
- Guildford, Surrey
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £28,618 - £30,804 pa
- Category
- Other
The role
The Countryside Warden role involves managing the sensitive and appropriate long-term continuity of woodland, grassland, chalk downland, heathland, and other habitats on Guildford Borough Council's countryside estate. This includes working on site and engaging with the community.
What you'll do
- Carry out countryside work operations
- Manage contractors
- Engage with the community and volunteer groups
- Supervise volunteer groups
- Run events and activities as directed
- Ensure the long-term continuity of woodland, grassland, chalk downland, heathland, and other habitats
What it takes
- Experience in countryside and habitat management
- Ability to carry out estate management, scrub clearance, tree felling, coppicing, fencing, and other conservation tasks
- Communication skills at all levels, including volunteer groups, partner organizations, and contractors
- Physical fitness
- Driving licence
- National Certificate in Countryside Management or equivalent experience
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Guildford, Surrey.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £28,618 - £30,804 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in countryside and habitat management, ability to carry out estate management, scrub clearance, tree felling, coppicing, fencing, and other conservation tasks, communication skills, physical fitness, and a driving licence.
How do I apply?
You can find out more and apply by visiting the job posting.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 12 October 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Guildford Borough Council's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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