Lancashire Wildlife Trust is leading the way with our innovative alternative land management trials on lowland agricultural peat and the Assistant Project Officer will work alongside experienced team members to support the overall delivery of several projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to kick-start a career in peatland restoration and they will develop knowledge and skills in delivering a wide range of monitoring work that is essential to the overall success of our wetter farming work.   

This role will require someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enjoys teamwork and working with a range of landowners and project partners.   

In return we offer 28 days holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing with length of service. A friendly and flexible working environment with the chance to be a part of the largest nature conservation body in the area, working together to improve our region for nature as well as engaging and inspiring people to connect and take action for wildlife. 

Further details including a full Job Description can be found in the Recruitment Pack below. Please review the Job Description before you apply.

Should you be interested in this position please complete the Application Form and Diversity Monitoring Form and return your completed application via email to applications@lancswt.org.uk before the closing date stated. 

The Diversity Monitoring form can be completed by clicking here. 

(CV's will not be considered -   No Agencies)

Closing Date for Receipt of Applications Is:  Sunday 1st June 2025

Interviews:  Week commencing 9th June 2025

Lancashire Wildlife Trust is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.