Biodiversity Ranger

Employer: Wokingham Borough Council

Salary: Grade 7 £ 36,363 - £39,862 Per Annum, Plus Benefits

Location: Dinton Pastures Country Park, Davis Street, Hurst, Wokingham, RG10 0TH

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week.

DBS Check: Enhanced

Closing Date: 01/02/2026 at 23:30

Reference: 713325

We have an exciting opportunity available for a motivated and experienced Biodiversity Ranger
, to join us as key members of the Countryside Service team here at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, Permanent basis.

Location: Based at Dinton Pastures Country Park, working across Wokingham Borough Council’s 35+ countryside, parks and public open space sites.

Protect nature. Restore habitats. Make space for wildlife to thrive.

Healthy countryside doesn’t happen by accident. Meadows need managing, habitats need monitoring, and good data is essential to making the right decisions for wildlife and people.

This is a hands-on, specialist role focused on supporting biodiversity conservation and habitat management across the council’s countryside estate. Working under the direction of the Countryside Officer (Operations), you will help deliver surveying, reporting and land management that underpin effective site management and Biodiversity Net Gain outcomes.

You will carry out wildlife and habitat surveys, maintain monitoring systems and produce reports that inform management plans and funding bids. Alongside this, you’ll deliver practical habitat management, including meadow management, grazing arrangements and wider estate tasks, working closely with colleagues, contractors and external partners.

The role combines fieldwork, data handling and coordination, with opportunities to shape how biodiversity projects are delivered across a diverse portfolio of sites. You’ll also support and supervise Estate Rangers and seasonal staff, contributing to a collaborative and skilled ranger service.

This role suits someone who is organised, knowledgeable and motivated by achieving real outcomes for wildlife through a balance of practical delivery and informed planning.

Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it’s a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including:

• ⭐ A generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days (rising to 33 days after 5 years continued local government service), plus Bank Holidays
• ⭐ Enrolment to an excellent local government pension scheme
• ⭐ An employee assistance programme including 24/7 wellbeing helpline
• ⭐ A range of local & lifestyle discounts
• ⭐ Use of a free onsite gym (located at Shute End office)
• ⭐ Salary sacrifice car & cycle to work schemes
• ⭐ And much more!

• Deliver biodiversity and habitat surveys, monitoring and reporting to support site management and Biodiversity Net Gain objectives.
• Implement meadow and habitat management, including grazing agreements, hay cutting and practical conservation tasks.
• Maintain and manage site infrastructure that supports conservation, such as stock fencing, gates and access features.
• Work with contractors, farmers, graziers and partner organisations to deliver biodiversity and land management projects.
• Support funding and grant opportunities, contributing to applications and project delivery where appropriate.

• Qualification in ecology, conservation, countryside management or a related field
• Practical experience in habitat management and wildlife surveying
• Ability to record data and produce clear reports and management information
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Full UK driving licence

• Experience delivering Biodiversity Net Gain or grant-funded conservation projects
• Knowledge of meadow management, grazing systems and livestock fencing
• Experience working with contractors, farmers or external partners
• Competence with machinery and power tools
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers

Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises a vibrant and historical market town, attractive…