National Trust – Ranger (Newtownards)

Location: Strangford Lough, Mount Stewart, Newtownards BT22 2AD

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

This is a practical, hands‑on job requiring a high level of practical aptitude with a broad range of countryside/estate management skills. It is a physically demanding, outdoor job that requires you to thrive in that environment. Strangford Lough is one of the most heavily designated nature conservation sites on the island of Ireland and is home to a wealth of wildlife interest and so you will need to have a genuine interest in and knowledge of natural history and ecology.

Salary: £26,793 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours/working pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of the role you will work weekends, bank holidays, evenings, and be on call.

Due to the fact that a number of sites in the portfolio are islands, you will need to be comfortable working on and around water. Due to the nature of the role a full driving licence is essential.

This role is required to work with vulnerable groups including children and any offer of employment or volunteering is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.