Location
Yateley, Hampshire

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£26,018 per annum

About the Role
Help create and care for high-quality, welcoming natural spaces for communities across Hampshire. Hampshire Countryside Service is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Ranger to join our North Sites Team, helping to manage and enhance some of North Hampshire's most important nature reserves and green spaces. Our team works closely with local communities and volunteer groups to care for a diverse range of sites, from internationally important heathlands and woodlands such as Castle Bottom National Nature Reserve and Yateley Common Country Park, to local nature reserves including Herbert Plantation and Zebon Copse. We balance the needs of wildlife conservation with providing high-quality visitor experiences across these special places.

You will play a key role in the day-to-day management and conservation of countryside sites, helping to protect and enhance valuable natural spaces for wildlife and local communities. The role involves carrying out practical countryside management tasks, supporting volunteers and contractors, undertaking site inspections, managing livestock, and contributing to habitat surveys and conservation projects. You will also engage with visitors, schools and community groups, assist with educational activities and events, and help deliver site management plans while ensuring high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance. Working closely with Rangers and wider conservation teams, you will support the effective management, maintenance and promotion of countryside sites across the service.

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch! To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our benefits package.

Experience
Proven experience in countryside management, conservation, or a related field is required. Experience working with volunteers and community groups is essential.

About you
- Practical and motivated individual with a passion for the environment and countryside management
- Enjoy working outdoors in a range of conditions
- Confident working with people from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong community engagement skills, including working with young people in environmental education
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Puts people first and values community relationships
- Passionate about nature, conservation, and outdoor spaces
- Works well in a collaborative team and builds strong partnerships
- Brings fresh ideas, initiative, and a problem-solving mindset
- Ability to motivate others and support staff wellbeing and development
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong IT skills to support effective communication and record-keeping

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in habitat management, environmental practices, or related disciplines are desirable but not explicitly stated as mandatory.