Health & Safety & Field Officer

Amphibian & Reptile Conservation is seeking a Health & Safety Officer in Bournemouth, UK, with a salary of £27,000-£28,000. The role involves managing health and safety for the Trust and working with the Dorset field team on heathland management. Candidates should have health and safety knowledge, a chainsaw licence, and a full driving licence. The position is full-time (37.5 hours) and requires outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset

Salary Range: £27,000-£28,000 p/a (dependent on experience)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time (37.5hrs)

Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) is a national wildlife charity dedicated to the conservation of our native amphibians and reptiles. The Trust is looking to appoint a Health and Safety Officer who will also work as part of our Dorset field team. The post holder will take overall responsibility for managing all aspects of Health & Safety relating to the Trust and its activities. The post will involve working with the Dorset Field Team as part of our heathland management programme. Ideally the applicant will be qualified in or have a good working knowledge of health and safety issues in both the field and office environment and hold a chainsaw licence. The applicant must be prepared to work outside in all weather conditions. This post will require both weekend and out of office hours working and will include some travel throughout the UK. A full, clean driving licence is required. This post is full time (5 days per week – 37.5 hours).

Closing date for applications – 9am March 21st, 2025.

Interviews will be held 3rd/4th April

Download the application form, Job Description and Person Specification below.

To apply for the post please forward a completed Application Form, along with a brief covering letter to HR@arc-trust.org

For further information about the post please contact Gary Powell on 07810 770561 or email to gary.powell@arc-trust.org

No CVs or agencies please