Reserve Officer - East - Scottish Wildlife Trust

Salary: £28,115 per annum

Location:

Falkirk, Fife & Clackmannanshire
Job reference number: SWT
26/07
Status:
Permanent / full time

Hours:

35 hours per week

Closing date for applications:
Monday 5th October, midnight
Interviews will be held on:
Anticipated W/C 19th October 2026

The Scottish Wildlife Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and resourceful Reserve Officer to help plan, coordinate and deliver practical land conservation management across 13 wildlife reserves across East Central Scotland.

Working closely with colleagues, volunteers, contractors and local communities, you will deliver habitat management, ecological monitoring, volunteer leadership and public engagement activities that support the conservation of some of Scotland's most valuable wildlife sites.

• Deliver practical conservation and habitat management work.
• Undertake ecological surveys and species monitoring, including annual botanical surveys.
• Lead and support volunteers and seasonal staff.
• Supervise contractors and reserve-based projects.
• Deliver public engagement, educational and family events.
• Support the management of the Trust's conservation grazing programme (Flying Flock).
• Maintain reserve infrastructure, vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Act as a local contact for members, volunteers, stakeholders and the public.

The role covers 13 reserves across:

• Falkirk:
  Bo'mains Meadow, Carron Dams, Carron Glen
• Fife:
  Bankhead Moss, Carlingnose Point, Cullalow, Dumbarnie Links, Feecefaulds Meadow, Long Craig Island, Lielowan Meadow
• Clackmannanshire:
  Alloa Inches, Black Devon, Cambus Pools

• HND (or equivalent) in Ecology, Environmental Conservation, Countryside Management or a related subject.
• Good knowledge of Scottish wildlife, habitats and species.
• Experience of practical conservation and ecological monitoring.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• PA1/PA6/PA6AW certification desirable, or willingness to obtain.
• Able to work occasional evenings, weekends and overnight stays when required.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a direct contribution to nature recovery in Scotland while working across a diverse range of habitats and engaging with local communities, volunteers and partners.

Join us and help protect and restore Scotland's wildlife.

If you would like more information, please email recruitment@

The Trust is a passionate employer, proactive about creating a culture of diversity and inclusive workplace that promotes and values equal opportunities for all. We welcome individuals from all networks of life, backgrounds, and experiences.

• Flexi time/hybrid working
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and pension schemes
• Weekly wellness hour
• Generous Sick pay allowance
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Training and Development focus