This is a 2 year fixed term contract, based at the North York Moors National Park Authority, Helmsley (with substantial travel across the National Park)

Are you passionate about working to create and manage new woodlands? Looking to gain valuable training, skills and experience in practical woodland work tasks and contribute to the establishment of more woodlands within the National Park?

If so, this is an amazing opportunity to develop a career in practical conservation with the North York Moors National Park Authority.

About Us

The North York Moors National Park Authority helps to look after one of the most phenomenal parts of the British Isles. Filled with beautiful moorlands and fantastic woodland, the Nork York Moors is a unique area with a diversity of landscape and wildlife.

We are looking for a Woodland Operations Trainee to join our existing practical woodland team of three for a 2 year period, starting as soon as possible.

The Benefits

- Salary of £23,656 per annum.
- Work within one of the UK’s most stunning landscapes
- Complete an extensive training programme resulting in accreditation for various skills
- Learn valuable skills in-house from a small team of experienced woodland professionals
- 25 days annual leave per annum (rising annually by one day) plus eight public holidays

This is an amazing chance to gain in-depth training and hands-on experience in a range of woodland tasks, including tree planting and protection, weed control and the establishment of new woodland.

The Role

As a Woodland Operations Trainee, you will help deliver practical woodland management tasks across North York Moors National Park to develop new woodlands which can be enjoyed for generations to come. Reporting to the Woodland Operations Supervisor, you will carry out a range of outdoor tasks as part of a small team.

You will develop your expertise in practical techniques used to create new woodlands of high conservation value as well as gaining experience in the organisation of work tasks. You will also have the chance to work with teams of volunteers in delivering practical projects across the National Park.

About You

To join us as a Woodland Operations Trainee, you’ll need:

- A desire to learn how to complete practical woodland tasks to a high standard, such as tree planting and weed control
- A love of working outdoors throughout the year and in all weathers
- To be a great team player
- A positive approach to health and safety

Working hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Applications must be completed by midnight on Wednesday 9 October 2024.

Interviews are to be held on Wednesday 16 October 2024 with the successful candidate being invited for a trial session with the Team following that.