Description
We are seeking a Reserve Volunteer to join our weekly Thursday Habitat Management group at WWT Washington. As a Reserve Volunteer, you will be working outdoors alongside a team of 3 wardens and in a group of up to 10 fellow volunteers to support reserve habitat management across our 103-acre site.
You will be assisting with practical reserves management, including:
- Scrub clearance, pruning, pollarding, and removal of invasive plant species
- Creating, restoring, and maintaining wildlife habitat, including meadows, woodland, and reedbeds
- Managing reserve water bodies such as ditches, reedbeds, channels, island scrapes, and ponds
- Maintaining access routes across the site, including fences, footpaths, benches, boardwalks, gates, signs, paths, and hides
- Operating hand tools and machinery safely and correctly
- Observing health and safety rules to ensure the safety and enjoyment of everyone on site
No previous experience is required for this role, and full training will be provided. You should be practically minded, have a can-do attitude, and be willing to learn new skills. You should also have a good level of physical fitness, be able to use/lift hand power tools, and be willing to get stuck in and work outdoors in all weather.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for nature and wildlife conservation, be able to work independently using their own initiative, and be confident in talking to and engaging with members of the public.
Additional notes
- We are looking for volunteers who are available to help out at our work parties every Thursday from 10am-4pm (3pm finish in winter months).
- Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for under 18s.