CJS Monthly July edition

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Countryside Jobs Service MonthlyThe leading monthly for countryside jobs in the UK

Published on the second Thursday every month 8 July 2010Endorsed by both the Scottish Countryside Rangers

Association and the Countryside Management Association

CJS also sponsors CJ Snail at Durrell and Naturenet at www.naturenet.net and supports Leukaemia Research.

Sent free of charge to Offices of relevant Government Departments, Agencies, Local Authorities, NationalParks, Forest & Country Parks, Nature Reserves, Heritage Coasts, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, major

conservation charities; online in full at www.countryside-jobs.com plus job details included in CJS Weekly.

Countryside Jobs Service, The Moorlands, Goathland, Whitby, N. Yorkshire YO22 5LZwww.countryside-jobs.com [email protected]

Tel: 01947 896007 (Fax: 896474) Created in 1994 by Anthea and Niall Carson.

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aspect ecology

Ecologist & Assistant EcologistOxfordshire based positions with excellent prospects for career developmentAspect Ecology specialises in providing ecological consultancy services to a well-established base ofhigh profile clients in both the public and private sectors. Our Oxfordshire based team has a wealth ofexperience and expertise advising on an extensive range of projects and sites nationwide with a focuson integrating ecological habitats and wildlife benefits within new development sites. More details canbe found on our website at: www.aspect-ecology.comDue to the success and expansion of the business, we have several excellent opportunities for aqualified graduate / post graduate / post doc to develop their career and to fulfil their potentialundertaking challenging and interesting project work within a professional and friendly teamenvironment.The following skills are essential: A degree in a relevant discipline; A sound background in naturalhistory; A proven enthusiasm for conservation; A commitment to a career in ecological consultancy; Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment; Exceptional teamwork andcommunication skills; The ability to produce concise, high quality, written reports; A full drivinglicence and own car.Experience/skills in the following areas would be advantageous: Previous experience in ecological

consultancy or a closely related field; Botanical identification skills of the British flora; Knowledgeand experience of the application of Phase 1 and 2/NVC habitat survey methodologies; Knowledgeand experience of undertaking surveys for protected species; An understanding of Natural Englandlicensing; Knowledge of EIA, planning and wildlife legislation.A highly competitive salary is on offer commensurate with ability and experience.Please apply - preferably by email - with a CV, covering letter and two referees to: Recruitment, AspectEcology Limited, Hardwick Business Park, Noral Way, Banbury, Oxon. OX16 2AF


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Watershed Landscape Modern Apprenticesin Environmental Conservation:

National Trustand Oldham

Council in theSouth Pennines

Supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund

The Watershed Landscape Project is an exciting threeyear programme funded by the Heritage Lottery Fundand managed by Pennine Prospects to conserve andinterpret the natural, cultural and archaeologicalheritage of the South Pennine Uplands.

The National Trust and Oldham Council are workingwith Pennine Prospects to offer two exciting modern

apprenticeships working in the South Pennines andreceiving free training. Initially one year with potentialto extend to 18 months based on satisfactory progresstowards the level two qualification: Training towardsthe level II vocational Diploma in EnvironmentalConservation will be supplied. May also suit level IIIcandidates looking for the next step in their career.

Trainee / Assistant Warden, National Trust based atMarsden Estate Base, 12,000Further details www.ntjobs.org.ukClosing date 12 noon 30th July 2010Interview date Thursday 12th August 2010Ranger [Modern Apprentice], Oldham Council12,145, based at Brownhills Visitor Centre, UpperMill Further details www.oldham.gov.ukClosing date 12 noon 30th July 2010Interview date Thursday 17th August 2010

Job Specification - Dunlossit Estate ManagerThe post will be located at Knocklearach, Ballygrant, Isle of Islay, Argyll PA45 7QL and the incumbent will behoused by the Estate. The post holder will be employed through a professional firm but will report directly tothe Chairman and Board of Trustees and the Beneficiary. The salary will be in the range of 45,000 to50,000 (negotiable).Job PurposeTo develop and manage the sporting estate of Dunlossit on the Isle of IslayJob DescriptionThe post holder will be responsible for managing Dunlossit Estate in accordance with the instructions of the

trustees through: The development and management of field sports on the Estate The management ofthe farming enterprise, forestry operation and the quarry The management of the meat enterprisecomprising the abattoir and the meat retail outlets The management and administration of over 30 Estateemployees and all the buildings on the EstateThe post holder will be responsible for the production of budgets, reports and longer term schedules of worksas required by the Trustees for up to three formal meetings each yearPersonal Requirements


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Being a volunteer is often a valuable way to gain experience, make contacts and to discover if your chosen career really

is for you. For employers volunteers are a valuable resource and sometimes difficult to find. CJS advertises allvoluntary posts free of charge in CJS Weekly and onlineincluding free hyperlinks in addition adverts remain inCJS Weekly and online until the closing date.Submit your advert online at: www.countryside-jobs.com/advertising/Volunteer_submit.htm or simply email the details toranger@ countryside-jobs.com

Voluntary posts new this month (and still available). See all of these online at: http://bit.ly/VolAdsTitle, EmployerVoluntary Trainee Reserves Assistants X 2, Wildlife Trust BCNP (Cambridgeshire)Voluntary Conservation Officer, Nurture LakelandYouth Group Volunteer Officer (VO), BTCV DevonVolunteer Opportunities, Worcestershire Outdoor Education & Environment ServiceVolunteer Warden / Gardener, National Trust

5 x NT Student Membership Ambassadors, National TrustPractical Conservation Volunteer Officer (VO), BTCV CornwallPotteric Carr Education Assistant, Yorkshire Wildlife TrustFull Time Volunteer Ranger, National TrustConservation Volunteers, Blackpool ZooPeak District Visitor Experience Internship, National TrustV Challenge, Volunteer Project Assistant , Groundwork Oldham & RochdaleVolunteer Assistant Gardener, National Trust

AdvertscurrentlypostedontheCJSWebsite:The vacancies in CJS Monthly are only a very small proportion of all those advertised by CJS.To find out more about these vacancies please visit: http://bit.ly/CJSDailyDigital readers please click on the job title to view the advert in full.

Job title, Employer, Location (if known)Spey Catchment Partnership Project Officer, Cairngorms National Park Authority, Aviemore (SNH office)Supervisor (s), Groundwork South West, Dorset, Somerset, Gloucester and BristolVolunteer Trainee Nature Reserve Wardens (Training Opportunity), Kent Wildlife Trust, Sevenoaks Wildlife

Reserve and MaidstoneARCH - Project and Communications Co-Ordinator, Kent County Council, MaidstoneRanger Deer Grazing Project , Surrey Wildlife Trust, Pirbright Ranges & surrounding heathsCountryside Ranger, Fowlescombe Farm, S DevonCountryside Team Member, Silvanus Services, NewburyEnvironmental Education Manager, Berks, Bucks, Oxon Wildlife Trust, TringGeneral Manager, Wildfowl & Wetland Trust, SlimbridgeProject Officer , National Trust, Hope Valley, SheffieldBecks Ranger, Tees Valley Wildlife Trust, Middlesbrough

Community Outreach Officer, Tees Valley Wildlife Trust, MiddlesbroughProject Coordinator, Tees Valley Wildlife Trust, MiddlesbroughClay Country Greenspace Development Worker, Groundwork South West, St AustellRanscombe Project Manager, Plantlife, MedwayCountryside Operations Manager, National Trust, KentVolunteer Coordinator , Norfolk Wildlife Trust, NorwichFundraising Manager, Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Norwich


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Events Diary July 2010. All one day courses unless specified. Details of all these events and muchmore are available on our website at: countryside-jobs.com/index/training.htm

Monday 19th Appropriate Building Materials & Methods, 5 days in Powys, run by the Centre forAlternative Technology More details on www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses

Dormouse Ecology and Conservation in theExeter Area with Acorn Ecology Ltd. Contact for more info01392 682401, [email protected], www.acornecology.co.uk,

Identifying Freshwater Life in Lochs and Streams,5 days, Field Studies Council Kindrogan in theScottish Highlands. Further details 01250 870150, [email protected]

Basic Tree Climbing & Aerial Rescue, over5 days in Essex at Writtle College. Find out more via 01245424286/7, www.writtle.ac.uk

CS30/31 Combined, 5 day course at Capel Manor College. Find out more on 08456 122 122 extension245, [email protected], www.capel.ac.uk/shortcourses

Tuesday 20th An Introduction to ESRI ArcGIS for Ecologists and Ecological Consultants, 2 days

in Bath, organised by IEEM. More 01962 868626, [email protected] http://www.ieem.net/workshops.aspBats & Bat Surveys, over3 days in Pembrokeshire, Bat Conservation Trust. Contact 020 7501 3638,

[email protected] or www.bats.org.uk for more detailsEmergency First Aid at WorkFlimwell, East Sussex with Plumpton College. Find out more on 01273

892052, [email protected], www.woodnet.org.uk/eventsWednesday 21st Barn Owl Ecology, Surveys & Signs with Barn Owl Trust in South Devon. Details

from 01364 653026, [email protected] or www.barnowltrust.org.ukThursday 22ndConstructed wetland systems: a biodiverse alternate to conventional reedbed

systems, South Somerset based organised by Flora Locale. Details 01672 515723 www.floralocale.orgIntroduction to Grasshopper Identification in Pulborough, West Sussex, run by IEEM. More detailsfrom 01962 868626, [email protected] or on the site http://www.ieem.net/workshops.asp

The Scottish Outdoor Access Code - an update for rangers at the Battleby Centre, nr Perth, organisedby SCRA & SNH. Details on 07720 774461, [email protected] or from www.scra-online.co.uk

Friday 23rd Solar Water Heating - Home Systems, 3 day course at the Centre for AlternativeTechnology in Powys. www.cat.org.uk/shortcourses

Grass Identification, 4 days at FSC Malham Tarn, North Yorkshire. Find out more on 01729 830331,[email protected]

Sedges, Grasses and Rushes in Uplands and Lowlands, 3 days at FSC Rhyd-y-creuau. Find out moreon 01690 710494, [email protected]

Dormouse Ecology & Conservation, Wildwood, Kent with The Mammal Society. Details can be obtainedfrom 02380 237874, [email protected], www.mammal.org.uk

Saturday 24thIdentification & Survey Techniques of Dragonflies & Damselflies,in Manchester,organised by Cheshire Wildlife Trust. Details 01948 820728 www.cheshirewildlifetrust.co.uk

Photography - Nature & Landscape, over 2 days in Assington, Suffolk, with Assington Mill. Find outmore on 01787 229955, [email protected], www.assingtonmill.com

Charcoal Burning Workshop,2 days in Occombe with the Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust. More

details: 01803 606035, www.countryside-trust.org.ukSunday 25th Know your Trees in Summer, The Hawthorns, Southampton Common. Run by Hampshire

& Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. Contact 01489 774400, [email protected] for more detailsMonday 26th Woodland Management (VTS), in the Tamar Valley with Lynher Training. Details on

01822 832232, [email protected], www.lynhertraining.co.ukTuesday 27th Identifying the plants of wild meadows, Carmarthenshire with Flora Locale. Contact

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