Job Description

Important notice

In line with our redeployment policy, we'll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.





We are seeking a practical, nature-loving individual to join our experienced, conservation focussed countryside team in Pembrokeshire. This permanent ranger role offers the chance to work in one of the UK's most stunning landscapes, helping to maintain and enhance our places in the south of the county to be rich in wildlife and inspiring for visitors.


Occasional weekend, bank holiday and evening work is required.

Provisional interview date:

Friday 23rd January

Hysbysiad pwysig

Yn unol a'n polisi adleoli, byddwn yn rhoi blaenoriaeth i ymgeiswyr sydd 'dan rybudd dileu swydd' ffurfiol.



What it's like to work here:National Trust Cymru cares for some of Wales' most spectacular and culturally rich landscapes, including 60 miles of Pembrokeshire coastline and over 4,000 hectares of land. From historic sites like Iron Age forts and medieval field systems to dramatic beaches and wildlife habitats, this area is a haven for nature and heritage.


The Stackpole Estate, a Grade 1 listed designed landscape, features woodlands, wetlands, and the famous Bosherston Lakes, home to otters and water birds. The estate is bordered by dramatic limestone cliffs, dune grasslands and two outstanding beaches. While the role is based at Stackpole Estate, you'll also cover Freshwater West beach and Gupton Farm, Lydstep Headland and Lawrenny Woods. Our team of two rangers and a lead ranger work closely with local communities and partners such as Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Natural Resources Wales and Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales. The Stackpole Centre is our main office, and our work is supported by a range of experts within the National Trust, such as Wildlife and Farming Advisors, Estate Managers and Archaeologists.



What you'll be doing:You'll help deliver landscapes rich in wildlife and visitor experiences while supporting climate action. Working mainly at Stackpole, you'll focus on woodland, coastal heath, dune grassland, reedbed, wetland and farmland conservation. Tasks include woodland management and tree safety, conservation grazing, estate maintenance and supervising volunteers. You'll use tools from hand drills to chainsaws and tractors, assist with species monitoring and support events.


In this role you'll also drive 4x4 vehicles on and off road.


You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what's possible in this role.



Who we're looking forApplications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below:


ability to carry out physical tasks to protect and improve land, habitats, and access confidence in helping visitors understand and enjoy the place and its conservation work understanding of safety procedures and ability to help others stay safe experience in working well with colleagues and supporting volunteers capability to organise work and use tools, time and materials responsibly awareness of how to help the property run well and support its long-term future Additional criteria for all other applicants:
able to be self-motivated including planning and delivering small projects happy working both in a team and independently experienced in procuring and managing contractors able to work safely, using risk assessments and following guidelines experienced in managing land, access and conservation, and working outdoors able to use machinery and equipment, with relevant certificates comfortable using IT programmes such as Outlook, Word and Excel a driver with a full UK driving licence

The packageThe National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.


Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places

Requirements :Compliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK

Permanent p/t (30 hrs pw)