Wildlife Protection Officer x4

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Scotland’s 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, invaluable training and the opportunity to develop experience in species protection, working with volunteers and public engagement.

Salary: £24,479 pro rata per annum + Bothy accommodation.

Location:

Dunkeld – Loch of the Lowes. Status:
April 2026 – June 2026.

Hours:

17.5 per week. Closing Date:
Friday 30th January – 12 noon. Interviews: W/C 16th February.

• Monitoring and recording breeding ospreys’ behaviour.
• Providing protection for the resident ospreys and other species, including nest, eggs, and chicks during critical breeding period.
• Engaging with members of the public, both in hides and on patrols around the reserve.
• Intervening and taking appropriate action in incidents of disturbance.
• Monitoring additional webcams 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.

• Species .
• Use of webcam and security camera software.
• Working with volunteers.
• Public engagement.

• An interest and passion in nature conservation.
• Good knowledge of natural history, species  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 in cold conditions.
• A positive and flexible approach to work and other team members.
• The ability to communicate with volunteers, staff and members of the public in an approachable and confident manner.
• Experience of conflict resolution.
• A high level of self‑motivation, personal responsibility and organisational skills.
• Good computer literacy skills, including Excel.
• Understanding of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
• Driver’s 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.

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