ESTATES RANGER
Dunecht Estates is a diverse rural property-based business extending over 50,000 acres in Aberdeenshire and Kincardineshire in Northeast of Scotland. The area covers six separate Estates, Dunecht Estate, Raemoir & Campfield Estate, Dunnottar Castle Estate, Forest of Birse Estate, Edinglassie Estate and West Durris Estate
Full-time role will be 37.5 hours per week with some evening and weekend work included, a flexible approach will be required. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, including accommodation, if required is available to the successful candidate
The role will be based in our Estate Office at Dunecht where you will report to the Rural Surveyor and undertake a wide range of duties across the Estates’ different interests. With a focus on Education, Habitat Management and Policing, outdoor work in variable weather conditions is a major part of the job.
Essential Skills and Experience:
·Computer literate with a full working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
·Relevant qualification in countryside management, conservation or similar
·Practical experience in estate maintenance and habitat management
·Strong knowledge of wildlife, land use and rural issues
·Excellent communication skills and a friendly approachable manner
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team
·A full UK Driving Licence is essential.
Please submit your CV with a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and salary expectations to Yvonne Lyburn, Rural Surveyor at yvonne.lyburn@dunechtestates.co.uk
Job description available on request. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview at the estate.
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