Reserve Warden
Quick answer
WWT is hiring a part-time Reserve Warden (Castle Espie, Northern Ireland) paying £15,291 pa to assist in the management of wetland habitats and wildlife, supporting day-to-day operations and visitor engagement.
- Role
- Reserve Warden
- Organization
- WWT
- Location
- Castle Espie, Northern Ireland
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £15,291 pa (FTE £25,485)
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
WWT is seeking a part-time Reserve Warden to assist in the management of wetland habitats and wildlife at WWT Castle Espie, supporting day-to-day operations and visitor engagement.
What you'll do
- Assist in delivering the reserve management plan across wetland habitats and the shoreline of Strangford Lough
- Undertake ecological monitoring, including breeding bird surveys, WeBS counts, and other wildlife surveys
- Support habitat management, estate maintenance and infrastructure upkeep across the reserve
- Safely operate and maintain machinery, tools, and equipment
- Work alongside volunteers, contractors and work experience placements, helping to create a positive and rewarding experience
- Deliver guided walks and engage visitors in understanding wetlands and wildlife conservation
What it takes
- Experience in practical countryside, estate or conservation land management
- Experience carrying out ecological fieldwork, wildlife surveying, bird monitoring or environmental recording
- Experience using and maintaining land management machinery, tools and equipment safely
- Experience working with members of the public, volunteers or community groups
- Experience working effectively within a team while also being able to manage workloads independently
- Knowledge of UK wetland species and habitats
What you'll bring
How we treat you
33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service), free entry to all WWT wetland centres, free car parking and secure bike storage areas, colleague discount on shopping and memberships, cycle to work scheme, contributory pension scheme, life assurance of three times your salary, independent personal, workplace and financial advice from the Employee Assistance Programme
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located at WWT Castle Espie, Northern Ireland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £15,291 pa (FTE £25,485).
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in practical countryside, estate or conservation land management, experience carrying out ecological fieldwork, and knowledge of UK wetland species and habitats.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by following the 'Find out more & apply' link provided in the job description.
Is the job remote?
The job is part-time and based at WWT Castle Espie, Northern Ireland.
How to apply
Apply directly on WWT's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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