Wildlife Protection Officer x4

Location: Park Gate

Salary: £24,479 pro rata per annum Bothyaccommodation

Location:

Dunkeld
- Loch of the Lowes Status:
April 2026 June 2026. 17.5 hours per week Closing Date:
Friday 30th January 12 noon Interviews will take place W/C 16th February Scotlands leading nature conservation charity is looking for enthusiastic individuals to undertake the role of Wildlife Protection Officer (WPO) based at Loch of the Lowes. This paid role includes free accommodation, invaluabletrainingand the opportunity to develop experience in species protection, working with volunteers and public engagement. Based at Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve, this 8-week role will focus on providing osprey and other wildlife, species protection during the sensitive period of the breeding season.

The role will require working closely with the Perthshire Ranger, the Volunteer Nest Protection Teamand Visitor Centre staff. Successful candidates will be housed on-site, in alochside, wooden eco-bothy for the duration of the role.

Duties include:

Monitoring and recording breeding ospreys behaviour Providing protection for the resident ospreys, and other species, including their nest, eggs, and chicks during the critical part of the breeding season Engaging with members of the public, both in the hides and on regular patrols around the reserve Intervening and taking appropriate actionin incidents of disturbance Monitoringadditionalwebcams for beaver activity and other wildlife footage Working closely with Visitor Centre staff and volunteers Managing observational data and producing an end of season summary report Training and Support:
The candidate will have the fantastic opportunity to gain experience in;
Species  of webcam and security camera software Working with volunteers Public engagement The successful candidate will ideally have:
An interest and passion in nature conservation Good knowledge of natural history, species

IDand surveying skills

Experience of bird monitoring or species protection work

Experience of living in shared accommodation with colleagues and willingness to contribute to a positive living environment The ability to work unsociable hours A reasonable standard of physical fitness and personal resilience to working incold conditions A positive and flexible approach to work and other team members The ability to communicate with volunteers,staffand members of the public in an approachable and confident manner

Experience of conflict resolution A high levelof self-motivation, personalresponsibilityand organisational skills Good computer literacy skills, including Excel Understanding of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code Drivers License (highly desirable) First Aid Qualification Please note the Wildlife Protection Officer role is dependent on the return of breeding ospreys. Covid-19 precautions will be applied as appropriate, particularly with regards to the bothy accommodation.

To apply , please click the green apply now button which will take you to our application pages. Scottish Wildlife Trust are an equal opportunity employer,we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and welcome applications from diverse groups. If you require more information, please contact us