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Boyne Rivers Trust (BRT) is an environmental charity to the conservation and protection of the Boyne River catchment. The vision of the Trust is for a ​‘Thriving River Catchment, valued and protected by its communities’. The aim of the trust is to protect, enhance and restore the water bodies of the Boyne catchment through community-led projects and activities. Job Summary The Farm Advisor will work with farmers, across the Boyne catchment, to identify potential changes in agricultural and land management practices, intended to bring about improved water quality and freshwater habitats at a catchment-scale, whilst also benefiting farm businesses. The post-holder will undertake one-to-one farm visits, working with landowners to identify ways to reduce the risk and impact of diffuse and point-source water pollution from agriculture. This will be done through non-regulatory farmyard and field assessments to identify possible water protection measures and the production of bespoke farm water management plans. The Farm Advisor will also aim to raise awareness, improve understanding and acceptance amongst farmers and land managers of diffuse and point-source pollution from agriculture and its impact on water quality and the wider water environment. Engagement with farmers in the Boyne catchment will seek to create, through a voluntary approach, a sense of ownership and achievement within the farming community in relation to improving water quality and water dependent species and habitats in the catchments across the Boyne Rivers Trust’s operational area. This is an opportunity to be at the heart of a small, growing, and enthusiastic team. This new role is essential to the growth and development of the Trust to make a real difference to the biodiversity, habitats and ecosystems of the Boyne Catchment. Please see the attached job description for a full breakdown of the responsibilities and person specification. Application Process Please send a CV, brief email, and completed Application Form to: [email protected] Date: 5pm, Tuesday 1^st of April 2025.

About BARTBristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) is an environmental charity dedicated to restoring, reconnecting and protecting the rivers of the Bristol Avon catchment.Our strategic plan, Vision of a Healthy River, is structured around three core priorities:Climate resilienceBiodiversity recoveryCommunity engagementAs BART grows in scale and influence – delivering complex restoration programmes, developing citizen science networks, and operating through our trading subsidiary (BART River Services Ltd) – robust governance and proportionate risk management are increasingly critical.Purpose of the RoleThe Trustee (Legal Expertise) will strengthen the Board’s oversight of legal risk, governance compliance, and strategic decision-making as BART expands its delivery and partnerships.This is a governance role. The Trustee will not act as BART’s retained solicitor but will:Support the Board in identifying and managing legal riskProvide strategic input on complex agreements and structuresHelp ensure compliance with charity and company law obligationsSupport sound, proportionate governance as the organisation growsKey ResponsibilitiesAs a Trustee, you will:Fulfil the legal duties of a charity trustee under Charity Commission and company lawContribute to strategic direction and long-term sustainabilityEnsure BART operates in line with its charitable objectivesSupport oversight of financial health and risk managementAct in the best interests of the Trust and its beneficiariesIn addition, the Trustee with legal expertise will:Provide strategic guidance on:Partnership agreements and MOUsCommercial contracts and procurementEmployment and HR complianceLand access and restoration agreementsTrading subsidiary governanceData protection and regulatory complianceHelp the Board determine when external legal advice is requiredContribute to the Finance & Risk Committee (or equivalent sub-committee)Person SpecificationEssentialQualified solicitor or barrister (current or former practising certificate)Strong understanding of governance and regulatory frameworksAbility to interpret and explain legal risk in clear, practical termsStrategic mindset with the ability to operate at Board levelCommitment to environmental restoration and public benefitDesirableExperience in one or more of the following:Charity lawEnvironmental or planning lawCommercial and contract lawEmployment lawPublic sector contractingLand agreements or conservation covenantsGovernance of trading subsidiariesTime CommitmentApproximately 4 – 6 Board meetings per yearParticipation in relevant sub-committeesOccasional ad hoc strategic input between meetingsThe role is voluntary and unpaid, though reasonable expenses may be reimbursed.Strategic Importance of the RoleOver the next 3 – 5 years, BART anticipates:Increased delivery of capital river restoration projectsGreater engagement in development and planning contextsExpanded citizen science and community programmesGrowth in commercial activity via BART River Services LtdMore formalised multi-agency partnershipsLegal expertise at Board level will ensure that growth is matched with strong governance, proportionate risk management, and organisational resilience.Equality, Diversity & InclusionBART is committed to building a diverse and inclusive Board. We actively welcome applications from individuals who bring varied backgrounds, lived experience, and perspectives.If you are interested in applying for this role, please see more information below:Becoming a Trustee – LegalTrustee Declaration FormPlease send applications to simon@​bristolavonriverstrust.​org

Living Tees Project VisionThe vision of this project is to create a vibrant, connected River Tees corridor along which communities are inspired to improve, explore, care for, and celebrate their river. Through improved access, inclusive engagement, and shared learning, the project will enhance local wellbeing, deepen understanding of the natural environment, and foster lasting stewardship of the Tees landscapeWorking closely with the Your Tees Catchment Partnership (YTCP), the Tees Rivers Trust (host for this position) and many additional stakeholders, your role will be to lead, inspire and develop a coherent narrative for a catchment-based Living Tees Project. OverviewThe YTCP have an opportunity to develop a meaningful blue and green corridor project within the Tees catchment, using the river (and key tributaries) as well as the Teesdale Way as linear reference points through which to develop opportunities for change, across a number of themes. This 18-month position has been made possible through the Northumbrian Water Bluespaces ​“Feasibility Project for Water Environment Improvements” grant, being awarded to the YTCP.This funding being awarded to the YTCP will provide a unique opportunity to further consolidate, refine and consult with stakeholders as ideas and proposals become more grounded within a clearer and robust project narrative.This is a ground-breaking opportunity to facilitate a project of lasting significance for the River Tees and those who walk and access it through many and varied leisure activities, visit and holiday within the catchment or work and live within its many communities and tributaries.The entire project sits under the Catchment Based Approach (CaBA) framework.This initial and early development and feasibility phase allows for the YTCP to focus time and resource in developing key themes through a more well-defined and robust project narrative. Much has already been achieved in developing ideas and concepts and there is an appetite within the YTCP for this project to gain traction and support local change. The role will work across this wide and varied stakeholder base and riverine landscape in supporting a concept to become a well-rounded and inspired narrative with support from many levels. Within this period, it is intended to apply for the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF), both an Expression of Interest after around 6 months and a Development Phase Application a year later.Please see the attached job description for more information the role, responsibilities, and requirements, and visit the Tees Rivers Trust website to learn more about the organisation. ApplyUsing the skills and experience expectations in the job description (attached below), please send a 2‑sided covering letter sharing what you might bring to this role. Please also include a brief CV with details of referees (they will not be contacted unless successful).We aim to be flexible and run candidate selection via a rolling interview process, although depending upon the level of interest, we may take a more formal approach.The application process will be coordinated by Ian Proulder, YTCP Catchment Coordinator, and I’m happy to be contacted should you wish to informally discus any of the above.Email – [email protected] – 07976 742243

About Thames21Thames21 is an environmental charity putting healthy rivers at the heart of community life. Through environmental improvements, community engagement, education and advocacy we bring about effective and lasting change by working hand-in-hand with communities to deliver tangible and measurable improvements to our network of rivers.Diversity at Thames21Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Thames21 is key to our success and as such we employ staff from a diverse range of backgrounds, this we feel is key in ensuring that everybody has an equal opportunity and is not treated differently or discriminated against because of their characteristics. We value the voices of our individual employees, and we strive to work in a collaborative, innovative balanced way. The postholder must actively support this.About the projectsThe role is made up of projects located along the Ravensbourne Catchment, in Lewisham and Bromley, working with local communities to restore and enhance urban rivers and blue spaces; delivering habitat improvements, increasing biodiversity, improving fish passage and river connectivity, reducing erosion and flood risk, and creating healthier, more resilient natural environments for both wildlife and people.Purpose of the job We are seeking a skilled engagement officer to work on the Ravensbourne Catchment. This role offers an opportunity for the post holder to make a difference to a diverse area of London, with differing challenges and an array of ambitions. About youThe key skill for this role is being able to start and maintain a dialogue with people, sharing concerns and finding common ground. The project relies on creating strong networks of local institutions, such as schools and local authorities; grassroots organisations and groups; community leaders and representatives from the public and private sectors, including councillors and politicians.The key value for this role is curiosity. Being able to ask questions, listen and encourage people to get involved in whatever way they are able, will help you succeed.You’ll thrive in this role if you are able to work with communities to co-design and plan a broad range of activities with people living in the area. By working together with local people in diverse communities beside waterways, you will establish a new and positive ongoing relationship between Londoners and their blue spaces. Main duties and responsibilitiesIdentify, understand and represent the perspectives of key community groups and individuals, building strong, trusted relationships and resilient community networks across the Ravensbourne CatchmentWork collaboratively with project partners, including local authorities, landowners and community organisations, to ensure coordinated and effective project delivery. Plan and deliver a public programme of health and safety compliant activities that increase awareness, enjoyment and understanding of the project sites, project objectives and the wider Ravensbourne River Catchment. Collaborate withThames21’s Communications Team to promote projects, celebrate achievements and learnings; and produce high-quality content for the website and other channels.Work with the Thames21 Engagement & Learning and Catchment Partnership teams to incorporate project learnings into best practice and contribute to future funding applications. Represent Thames21 at community events, activities and partnership meetings, championing the organisation’s vision and work.Maintain accurate and organised records, ensuring all administrative and statistical data is captured and regularly uploaded to the Thames21 database.Implement robust monitoring and evaluation processes, gathering feedback from partners and participants, assessing project effectiveness, and contributing to internal quarterly reports and funder reports.Participate in Thames21 Team Meetings and contribute positively to a collaborative, supportive working environment. Other DutiesThis job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description.This role is ideal for those who: enjoy working with the general public, project partners, communities and other key stakeholdersare comfortable working in a flexible role and are happy to research and problem-solve for answers to questionsare comfortable working with data are happy to work in a role which comprises both desk work and field work A typical day is likely to involve keeping on track with what’s happening across the area, meeting with key partners, running community events or activities, or being alert to upcoming network meetings. You might be working from home, or out of our offices in Bow or Guildhall, or working with a community group or local organisation or institution, co-producing an engagement activity.You might be writing a case study or preparing a social media post. You may be working on strategic long-term plans on how to share the learnings from the project. You’ll be thinking both big and small on any given day. Learn more about the role and person specification in the document attached below and visit Thames21’s website to learn more about the organisation.ApplyThe closing date for applications is: 9am, Thursday 22^nd October 2026. To apply for this position please, email an up-to-date copy of your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@​thames21.​org.​uk with the reference (EO0926), in the subject box of your email application.Interviews:29^th October – 3^rd November (subject to change) We appreciate the time you will have taken to apply to this role, and we do appreciate that it is disconcerting when you don’t hear back from a role you have applied for. However, due to the high number of applications we expect to receive, we are unable respond to or give feedback on individual applications, but we do want to be able manage expectations. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.Please advise in your application if you are happy for us to contact you for any future opportunities should they arise, if you are not successful for this pos​i​tion​.No agencies please. 

Westcountry Rivers Trust is an environmental charity working across the Southwest to improve our rivers for the benefit of all. With support from various funders, we deliver change in our rivers and on the land that drains into them. We bring together stakeholders and interest groups in catchments across the Southwest to develop and deliver catchment action plans that bring lasting and meaningful benefits for people and the environment.The Evidence & Engagement Team supports the Trust’s whole-ecosystem approach to planning and delivering nature-based solutions for catchment management and river improvement initiatives. The team helps ensure we deliver the right measures in the right places, and monitor and report the impact of our work. Effective engagement and communication are essential to keeping stakeholders, both external and internal, informed and involved.This role will work primarily on the Community Water Enterprises (CWE) project. CWEs put communities at the heart of caring for nature-based solutions such as rain gardens and wetlands, which soak up rain, ease pressure on sewers, reduce flood risk, create greener spaces and protect rivers. A CWE is a locally rooted team bringing together customers, communities, water companies, councils, charities and others to look after many of these small features, creating local jobs and training to deliver routine care, quick fixes and clear public reporting. The multi-year programme is led by Wessex Water and funded through Ofwat’s Water Breakthrough Challenge. It aims to prove the approach can be repeated and adopted widely. WRT leads the Southwest pilot, one of two nationally. This post will be central to making the pilot work on the ground, by building relationships with local people, running in-person events and workshops, supporting volunteers and community crews, and gathering the evidence that shows the difference the work makes. You will spend much of your time face to face with communities, in community venues and on sites, mainly in East Devon, West Dorset and Somerset.Through your relationships, particularly with members of the public and local community groups you will also inform and inspire people to take further action for rivers; signing up to a pledge to our rivers, wider volunteering, or donating to support WRT’s wider work to bring our west country rivers back to life. We are looking for someone who is passionate about the environment and enjoys working with people, with a keen interest in evidence-based engagement. You will work closely with colleagues and with partners from across the water, local authority, community and charity sectors. Please see the job advert attached below for more details on the role, responsibilities, and requirements, and visit Westcountry Rivers Trust’s website to learn more about the organisation. ApplyApply by midnight on Sunday 15^th November 2026 by CV and Covering Letter to: https://​hr​.breathehr​.com/​v​/​e​v​i​d​e​n​c​e​-​a​n​d​-​e​n​g​a​g​e​m​e​n​t​-​o​f​f​i​c​e​r​-​4​9​1​6​7​I​n​t​e​r​views will be held in person at our office in Stoke Climsland on the 23^rd November 2026.For queries about this role or the application process please contact recruitment@​wrt.​org.​uk 

This is a new senior post created to strengthen the operational and technical leadership of WRT’s Rivers and Fisheries Team at a pivotal point in the team’s development. The Fisheries Programme Manager will provide hands-on technical expertise and project management leadership across a portfolio of fisheries projects, with fish passage, barrier removal, monitoring and conservation at the core, while supporting the Head of Fisheries & Ecology in the broader delivery and development of the team’s work. The role carries shared line management responsibility for key members of the team, working alongside the Head of Fisheries & Ecology.This is an opportunity for an experienced fisheries professional to apply their technical expertise at scale, lead and develop complex projects through the full delivery cycle and contribute to work that is making a measurable difference for fish and rivers across the Southwest.What we offer is direct involvement in genuinely significant conservation work, a skilled, passionate and committed team, and real scope to shape a growing programme. You will have an appropriate level of knowledge and experience to provide support to projects and other team members at a senior level. You will be managing projects or bespoke work packages within larger schemes which require specialist fisheries input.This role is primarily based in the Southwest, but you will be required to travel and work further afield when required to work in other regions, or to represent the organisation at events. Reporting to the Head of Fisheries & Ecology, you will continue to develop your expertise of working in the environmental conservation sector and maintain regular CPD with a focus on fisheries management, fish biology, fish passage, river restoration and morphology in an applied fashion to deliver tangible benefits to the freshwater environment. Working alone and as part of a team you will be responsible for managing your own workload and that of a team, often in a dynamic delivery environment. A technical background in fisheries and freshwater conservation is essential.Please see the job advert attached below for full details on the role, responsibilities, and requirements, and visit Westcountry Rivers Trust’s website to learn more about the organisation. ApplyApply by midnight on Sunday 15^th November 2026 by CV and Covering Letter to: https://​hr​.breathehr​.com/​v​/​f​i​s​h​e​r​i​e​s​-​p​r​o​g​r​a​m​m​e​-​m​a​n​a​g​e​r​-​4​9​1​6​9​I​n​t​e​r​views will be held in person at our office in Stoke Climsland week commencing 23^rd November 2026.For queries about this role or the application process please contact recruitment@​wrt.​org.​uk 

The Spey Catchment Initiative is recruiting a new Spey Catchment Engagement Officer to help deliver a new programme of engagement with farmers, landowners and land managers across the catchment.Starting salary: £22,000 pro rata (£36,500 FTE), plus employer’s pension contribution and travel/​expenses allowanceHours: Part-time, 3 days per week (0.6 FTE)Contract: Fixed term for 12 months initially, from January 2027, with the intention to extend and expand the role, subject to fundingLocation: Hybrid – based at home and/​or at our office in Grantown-on-Spey, with extensive travel across the catchmentAre you a natural listener who builds trust easily, with people from all walks of life?Do you want to help tackle the climate crisis by playing a key role in an ambitious programme to fund and deliver catchment-scale nature restoration?Can you hold your own in a farmyard conversation as comfortably as in a partnership meeting?Are you ready to join our small, friendly and award-winning team?If so, we’d love to hear from you!The Spey Catchment Initiative (SCI) has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated engagement officer to help deliver a new programme of engagement with farmers, landowners and land managers across the Spey catchment.This work will directly shape two major programmes now being developed for the catchment — The Nature Conservancy’s (TNC) Catchment Investment Programme and the Atlantic Salmon Trust’s (AST) Catchment Audit — by making sure land managers are properly understood, kept informed, and more importantly genuinely listened to as these programmes take shape. We want you to help give land managers a seat at the table and to be involved in creating solutions.Key responsibilities include:Understand: build a clear picture of who the catchment’s land managers are, and how best to reach themInform: keep land managers up to date as these programmes develop, through focus groups, events and digital contentIdentify: gather insight on appetite for nature-based solutions and sensitivities to help shape where and how nature-based solutions are exploredListen: build relationships through one-to-one conversations and honest discussions to ensure land managers are integral to decisions as things progress, as well as providing an evidence base to attract worthwhile investmentAct: turn engagement into delivery — feeding what you learn into SCI’s own project pipeline, spotting potential pilot sites and local champions, and shaping TNC and AST’s project design directly, with a genuine seat at the tableAs a secondary part of the role, you’ll also take on day-to-day creation and scheduling of SCI’s social media content, working closely with the wider team and under the oversight of our Head of Communications and Strategic Projects — full support will be given to develop these skills if they’re new to you.The Spey Catchment Initiative is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation working in partnership across the Spey catchment to protect and restore its rivers, woodlands and wider natural environment.A detailed job description is available at https://​speycatch​ment​.org/​w​p​-​c​o​n​t​e​n​t​/​u​p​l​o​a​d​s​/​2​0​2​6​/​1​0​/​S​C​I​_​S​p​e​y​-​C​a​t​c​h​m​e​n​t​-​E​n​g​a​g​e​m​e​n​t​-​O​f​f​i​c​e​r​_​J​o​b​-​D​e​s​c​r​i​p​t​i​o​n.pdf To ApplyPlease email your CV and a cover letter explaining why you, your skills and experience make you suitable for this role, to paul.​hughes@​speycatchment.​org by Sunday 1 November 2026.Interviews will be held in Grantown-on-Spey during the week beginning 16^th November 2026.

Location: Hybrid working – home and BART’s Bristol office, with regular travel throughout the Bristol Avon catchmentHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekContract: PermanentSalary: £29,612- £37,000 (depending on experience) + 9% employer pension contributionClosing date: midnight Sunday 8^th November 2026 Help farmers deliver healthier rivers and a more resilient farmed land​scape​.Do you have strong agricultural knowledge, experience of working with farmers, and a passion for finding practical solutions that benefit both farm businesses and the environment?Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Farm Advisor to join our growing team.This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering practical, landscape-scale action across the Bristol Avon catchment. You will work with farmers and landowners to improve soil and water quality, enhance biodiversity and increase farm resilience through nature based solutions. The role combines practical farm advice, farmer engagement, project development and delivery, alongside an important role in bringing farmers together to develop collaborative action at a landscape scale.You will help develop and facilitate Farm Clusters, organise farm events, talks and workshops, and build trusted relationships across farming communities.A key part of the role will be supporting delivery of BART’s Upstream Thinking programme with Bristol Water and other partners, helping to protect drinking water quality at source through targeted action with farmers and landowners.About BARTBART is an independent environmental charity working to restore and protect the rivers and landscapes of the Bristol Avon catchment.We work at a catchment scale, bringing together farmers, landowners, communities, businesses, water companies, local authorities, statutory organisations and other partners to deliver practical action for healthy rivers.Our work spans river restoration, water quality, sustainable farming, natural flood management, nature-based solutions, community engagement and landscape-scale nature recovery. Our work includes design and delivery of river and catchment initiatives alongside community engagement, and school education programmes.BART is entering an exciting period of growth, increasing our capacity and the scale and impact of our work with farmers and landowners across the catchment.About the roleAs Farm Advisor, you will be a key member of BART’s catchment resilience and land management programme.You will work directly with farmers and landowners to understand their businesses, identify environmental risks and opportunities, and develop practical, achievable solutions that improve water quality and deliver wider environmental benefits.A strong understanding of the commercial realities of farming will be important. We are looking for someone who can provide credible environmental advice while recognising that recommendations need to be practical, affordable and workable within individual farm businesses.You will also help develop collaborative approaches across whole farm clusters and landscapes, bringing farmers together to share knowledge, explore opportunities and develop collective action.Your work will include:Undertaking farm advice visits and assessments, identifying sources and pathways of runoff, sediment, nutrients and other pollutants, and developing practical recommendations and Farm Plans.Working with farmers to identify opportunities to optimise land, soil and livestock management to increase the sustainability of the farm.Developing practical advice that supports both farm business objectives and environmental outcomes.Identifying and developing opportunities for nature-based solutions, habitat creation, natural flood management and wider landscape recovery on farms.Developing and facilitating Farm Clusters, bringing farmers together to identify shared challenges, exchange knowledge and develop collaborative projects.Planning and delivering farm events, workshops, talks, demonstrations and knowledge-sharing sessions.Building trusted, long-term relationships with farmers and landowners and supporting them to identify and access appropriate funding, advice and support.Playing a key role in delivering BART’s Upstream Thinking programme with Bristol Water and partners, translating catchment priorities into practical action on farms to protect drinking water quality.Supporting the development and delivery of wider BART farming, water quality and catchment programmes.Identifying opportunities for new projects and investment, and helping turn farmer and catchment needs into practical, funded delivery.Working collaboratively with organisations including South West Water, Bristol Water, the Environment Agency, Natural England, farming organisations, local authorities and other conservation partners.Monitoring and reporting on project progress, outputs and outcomes, ensuring projects are delivered effectively, to agreed timescales and within budget.Producing clear farm advice reports, Farm Plans, project reports and other technical and project documentation.Signposting farmers and landowners to relevant funding schemes, grants and specialist advice.Using GIS and spatial information, where appropriate, to help identify and target environmental risks, opportunities and investment.Helping to develop innovative approaches, practical trials and demonstration projects that show what can be achieved through collaborative working with farmers.What a typical week might look likeNo two weeks will be the same. You might:Visit a farm to assess soil, runoff and water quality risks and develop a practical action plan with the farmer.Meet with a group of farmers to develop a new Farm Cluster and identify opportunities for collaborative action.Organise and deliver a workshop on soil health, nutrient management or water quality.Work with Bristol Water colleagues to identify priorities for Upstream Thinking delivery.Map environmental risks and opportunities across a priority catchment.Develop a proposal to secure funding for a package of farm interventions.Work with a farmer and project partners to deliver nature-based solutions or pollution-reduction measures.Prepare a farm advice report or project update and contribute to wider BART programme development.Essential knowledge, skills and experienceGood knowledge and understanding of agricultural practices and farm businesses, and their relationship with water quality, soils, biodiversity and the wider environment.Relevant degree, or equivalent qualification, or substantial relevant professional experience in agriculture, farming or land management.Experience of working directly with farmers and/​or landowners in an advisory, conservation or land management context.Understanding of agroecology, regenerative and organic farming, as well as conventional farming systems.Understanding of the impacts of agricultural runoff, sediment, nutrients and other diffuse pollution on rivers and freshwater ecosystems.Experience of translating technical environmental or agricultural issues into practical and achievable advice for farm​ers​.An understanding of the commercial realities of farming and the ability to develop recommendations that work alongside farm business objectives.Experience of developing and maintaining strong relationships with farmers, landowners and other stakeholders.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of audiences.A collaborative and diplomatic approach, with the confidence to facilitate discussions and bring people together around shared objectives.Experience of delivering environmental or land management projects from development through to delivery and reporting.Good project management and organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.Experience of planning and delivering meetings, workshops, events or training sessions.Understanding of relevant agricultural and environmental regulation and good practice.Knowledge or experience of Natural Flood Management, Nature-Based Solutions or landscape-scale nature recovery.Ability to identify opportunities, develop practical solutions and use initiative.Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports and project documentation.Good IT skills and confidence using standard office software.Understanding of health and safety, risk assessment and lone-working procedures.Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle suitable for work across the catchment, with appropriate business-use insurance.Desirable knowledge and experienceBASIS Soil and Water qualification.FACTS qualification.Experience of providing advice on nutrient management, soil health or agricultural inputs.Experience of working with Countryside Stewardship, Environmental Land Management schemes or other agri-environment funding.Practical farm management experienceExperience of developing or facilitating Farm Cluster Groups.Knowledge of the Bristol Avon catchment and its farming communities.Knowledge of freshwater ecosystems and catchment management.Experience of working with water companies, particularly around drinking water quality or catchment management.Experience of using GIS and spatial data to inform advice or project delivery.Experience of securing funding or contributing to successful funding applications.What we can offer youBART is a growing organisation with an ambitious programme of work across the Bristol Avon catchment. You will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference to rivers and the farmed landscape while working alongside a committed and expanding team.We offer:37.5‑hour working week, with flexible working arrangements. We are open to considering part-time arrangements for the right candidate.Hybrid working, with home and Bristol office-based working and regular travel throughout the Bristol Avon catchment.25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.9% employer pension contribution through the River Trust Pension Scheme, subject to eligibility.Flexible working and TOIL for occasional evening and weekend work.55p per mile mileage reimbursement and reasonable business expenses.Opportunities for professional development and relevant training.The opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of farming, water quality, nature recovery and catchment-scale projects.The opportunity to work closely with farmers and landowners and see practical environmental improvements delivered on the ground.The chance to play a key role in an ambitious programme of catchment recovery across the Bristol Avon.We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment and welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.The personWe are looking for someone who is practical, approachable, knowledgeable and passionate about farming and the environment.You will be someone who enjoys being out on farms, talking to farmers and finding solutions. You will be confident working independently but equally comfortable collaborating with colleagues, farmers and partners.Most importantly, you will be able to build trust. Our work depends on developing long-term relationships with farmers and landowners and supporting them to make changes that deliver genuine benefits for their businesses, their land and the wider catchment.If you are excited by the opportunity to combine farming, conservation, farmer engagement and landscape-scale river recovery, we’d love to hear from you.How to applyPlease submit:Your CV; andA one-page covering letter explaining your interest in the role, your relevant experience and what you could bring to BART.Applications should be sent to:Lauren Dunphy, Trust [email protected] look forward to hearing from you.