Since 2019 the Lowther Estate has been embarking on an ambitious new course to restore natural processes, lost habitats and recover species across the estate. We’ve built up a herd of hardy English longhorn cattle, planted thousands of new trees, restored rivers, streams & flower rich meadows, and are working towards reintroducing lost species such as beavers, harvest mice, glow worms & water voles. We are looking for the right person to join us for the next chapter of nature conservation work, taking place across the estate. You will mainly work alongside the Conservation Manager & Ecologist assisting with a wide variety of practical tasks. You must be willing to work outside in all weathers, bring practical skills to the team and get stuck in with anything. One day you might be planting trees with our volunteer group, repairing a fence and helping to move cattle, another day you could be checking mink traps and propagating wildflower plug plants in our on-site nursery. Although the role is primarily focussed on nature conservation you will have the opportunity to work with Lake District Honey Company as part of our commercial beekeeping operation.
The work is practical and varied. It is ideal for someone that is self-motivated with a passion for restoring nature. Please note that this role will be physically demanding at times, e.g. when beekeeping it will occasionally involve lifting heavy boxes.
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