Cannock Chase SAC Project Officer
Full Time Temporary

Grade H (SCP30 - 34) £26,556 – 29,854 per annum
37 hours per week
2 year fixed term contract


Are you passionate about conservation and public engagement?  


Do you want to work in one of the most beautiful parts of the country?  


Cannock Chase in Staffordshire is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), with the majority of its 1,281 ha Site of Special Scientific Interest being a Special Area of Conservation (SAC), and is designated principally for its heathland habitats.  The Cannock Chase SAC Partnership is looking to recruit two individuals who are enthusiastic and highly motivated about conservation and public engagement.  

Due to the scale and distribution of recreation impacts affecting the Cannock Chase SAC, a Partnership was formed in 2010 comprising Local Authorities and advisory bodies such as Natural England, the AONB team and the Forestry Commission. The Cannock Chase Partnership has developed an outline programme of mitigation (Strategic Access Management and Monitoring Measures (SAMMM).    


Cannock Chase SAC Project Officer  

As the Project Officer you will develop and deliver a programme of mitigation projects (SAMMM) for the Cannock Chase SAC Partnership in order to meet statutory legal duties through the Habitat Regulations. You will report on progress to the Cannock Chase SAC Partnership and be responsible for all aspects of the project delivery and oversee visitor engagement. Having a countryside management background, ideally related to heathland sites you will have recent experience of project management, be confident in delivering projects for key stakeholders and accurate in financial reporting.  


Further Information:  

If you are looking for an interesting and varied role in an outstanding natural environment within a friendly and professional team this is the opportunity for you. We offer attractive benefits and conditions including a salary based pension scheme, payment of professional fees, free staff parking, flexi-time, training and development opportunities.   The starting salary for these 2 year fixed term contracts is dependent on qualifications and experience. For an informal discussion please call Alex Yendole on (01785) 619536. Further details on the skills and experience required for this permanent role can be found in the employment pack.  


Closing Date: 27 February 2017       


Link to Job Description, Person Specification & Recruitment Information.
Grade and Salary
Grade H (SCP30 - 34) £26,556 – 29,854 per annum
37 hours per week
2 year fixed term contract
 

Are you passionate about conservation and public engagement?  


Do you want to work in one of the most beautiful parts of the country?  


Cannock Chase in Staffordshire is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), with the majority of its 1,281 ha Site of Special Scientific Interest being a Special Area of Conservation (SAC), and is designated principally for its heathland habitats.  The Cannock Chase SAC Partnership is looking to recruit two individuals who are enthusiastic and highly motivated about conservation and public engagement.  

Due to the scale and distribution of recreation impacts affecting the Cannock Chase SAC, a Partnership was formed in 2010 comprising Local Authorities and advisory bodies such as Natural England, the AONB team and the Forestry Commission. The Cannock Chase Partnership has developed an outline programme of mitigation (Strategic Access Management and Monitoring Measures (SAMMM).    


Cannock Chase SAC Project Officer  

As the Project Officer you will develop and deliver a programme of mitigation projects (SAMMM) for the Cannock Chase SAC Partnership in order to meet statutory legal duties through the Habitat Regulations. You will report on progress to the Cannock Chase SAC Partnership and be responsible for all aspects of the project delivery and oversee visitor engagement. Having a countryside management background, ideally related to heathland sites you will have recent experience of project management, be confident in delivering projects for key stakeholders and accurate in financial reporting.  


Further Information:  

If you are looking for an interesting and varied role in an outstanding natural environment within a friendly and professional team this is the opportunity for you. We offer attractive benefits and conditions including a salary based pension scheme, payment of professional fees, free staff parking, flexi-time, training and development opportunities.   The starting salary for these 2 year fixed term contracts is dependent on qualifications and experience. For an informal discussion please call Alex Yendole on (01785) 619536. Further details on the skills and experience required for this permanent role can be found in the employment pack.  


Closing Date: 27 February 2017       


Link to Job Description, Person Specification & Recruitment Information.