This is a 12-month post working with the Cairngorms Connect Stalker and receiving on-the-job training to develop knowledge and skills in deer management to achieve the Deer Stalking Certificate Level 1 by the end of the traineeship.
What’s the role about?
The Trainee Stalker will work with the Cairngorms Connect Stalker to learn about and assist with the targeted deer control in the Project area, primarily in remote locations and at high altitudes across large sections of the Cairngorms Connect project area.
A reduction in deer density is a crucial action to allow the expansion of native woodland through natural regeneration and planting. The Trainee will also be involved in estate works related to deer control and woodland expansion, e.g. tree nursery tasks, track maintenance, fencing, tree pruning/felling, etc…
The Trainee Stalker will receive formal training in First Aid at Work, 4×4 driving and ATV driving; There will also be on-the-job training in deer ecology and management, stalking, shooting, extraction and lardering skills with the overall aim of achieving the Deer Stalking Certificate Level 1 (DSC 1) by the end of the Traineeship. Personal Protective Equipment (Waterproofs, gloves, boots, hearing protection) will be provided.
We are looking for a person with the following essential skills and competencies;
Additional Information
This is a Fixed-Term (12 months) / Full-Time role for 37.5 hours per week.
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from 3/7/23. For further information please get in touch with [email protected]
As part of this application process, you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence of how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.
At RSPB, we believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity where all individuals feel empowered, respected, and encouraged to express themselves fully. Our goal is to create a world that is abundant in nature and to achieve this, we need more people from various backgrounds to join our cause. Unfortunately, people of colour and those with disabilities are underrepresented in the environmental, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. We strongly encourage individuals from these communities to apply and contact us for any additional support they may need in completing their application
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