Senior Project Officer Perry & Peatlands (Maternity Cover) Shrewsbury, Shropshire with agile working
37,045 - £37,788 per annum, dependent on experience + 7% pension contribution
Fixed Term Contract: 1 August 2026 31 March 2027
Full Time - 35 hours per week
Shropshire Wildlife Trust is seeking a confident and organised Project Manager to lead the final year delivery of our Perry & Peatlands project, providing maternity cover for the existing postholder.
You will coordinate contractors and consultants, manage procurement and financial reporting, and maintain momentum through the projects close-out phase.
You will work closely with an in-house Farm Advisor, who will lead on farmer engagement and support practical delivery, allowing you to focus on project management, governance and delivery assurance.
Strong project management experience
Confidence managing budgets and externally funded projects
A Full UK driving license
Knowledge of peatlands, hydrology or environmental land management is desirable but not essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful completion of a high-profile Natural Flood Management and peatland restoration project.
The Trust is committed to building an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce we encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates. 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and Service related holiday (pro-rated for part time staff)
~ Salary sacrifice benefits
~ Life assurance
~ Generous pension - company contribution 7%, employee contribution 3%
~ Enhanced Sick Pay
~ Flexible working policy
~ Employee Assistance Programme
~ Staff discounts
~ Enhanced pay for maternity and adoption leave
~ Support with training and development to assist career progression
~ Shropshire Wildlife Trust (SWT) has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. We combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. xkybehq SWT is an autonomous charity, but we are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Wildlife Trusts (TWT), to ensure that our local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.