Volunteer Maintenance Warden, Minsmere

We need someone to assist us with the maintenance and upkeep of our reserve hides, paths and visitor facilities in line with Health and Safety guidelines and procedures, RSPB brand prescriptions and to reflect a welcoming and attractive appearance at the RSPB's flagship reserve. Tasks may include: repairs to essential infrastructure, clearing vegetation, ensuring hides and public areas are clean and tidy, maintenance of reserve vehicles, changing light fittings, etc. Training is available, if required, in the use of various machinery, e.g. strimmers.

Some previous caretaking or maintenance experience desirable but not essential. An interest in conservation issues would be useful but not essential.

Minimum:

Minimum half day per week

Duration:

Ongoing

Period:

All year round

An opportunity to put your skills to use and contribute to the effectiveness of RSPB work and meet new people. We can help you gain skills and give you valuable insight into our work.

Contact

Ian Barthorpe, Minsmere Nature Reserve
Tel: 01728 648281/648780
Email: ian.barthorpe@rspb.org.uk

Notes

Appropriate training will be provided and expenses will be re-imbursed where necessary. The RSPB is the country's largest nature conservation charity, inspiring everyone to give nature a home. Together with our partners, we protect threatened birds and wildlife so our towns, coast and countryside will teem with wildlife once again. We also play a leading role in a worldwide partnership of nature conservation organisations. We rely upon memberships and donations to fund our work. By volunteering your time and skills, you could make a real difference to the work of the RSPB.