Project Officer

The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) connects people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.

About the role:

TCV York has been running environmental projects in the York and North Yorkshire region for nearly 40 years.

We are seeking a highly organised, adaptable, motivated and committed person to join the team for this important post. This post holder will work alongside other staff on the delivery of a variety of practical conservation projects. The post holder will help plan and prepare contracted work as well as supervise a volunteer group of mixed abilities, which delivers a varied programme of potentially large scale practical environmental projects in urban and rural locations every week throughout the year. The role is primarily weekdays, but with one weekend practical task (usually a Sunday) once every 2 months, with time off in lieu or potentially paid at an hourly rate.

This role is a combination of office/administrative and field based work. Key responsibilities of this post include: planning and coordinating practical task programmes throughout the year; managing, supporting and supervising teams of volunteers carrying out practical projects; developing and planning weekly paid practical conservation work through liaising with partners and land managers; developing plans and quotes for clients; assisting Key Volunteers and Voluntary Officers; resource & equipment management and logistics, publicity and fundraising.

The successful applicant will:

• Have several years of experience working in the environment sector or similar.
• Be able to plan large scale and potentially complex practical projects including ordering materials and other logistics.
• Be able to demonstrate an understanding of a range of practical conservation tasks, including tree planting, habitat management and small-scale construction projects such as footpaths, fencing and other timber structures.
• Experience in supervising groups of people, which may include vulnerable adults and people with learning difficulties.
• An ability to communicate effectively with people with varying abilities as well as children.
• Personal qualities of resourcefulness and flexibility.

Competency certification to operate a variety of machinery and powered equipment relevant to the sector would be advantageous although not a necessity. We regularly use equipment such as Chainsaws and Brushcutters, and occasionally use larger plant such as Skidsteers, Excavators, Tractors and Dumpers.

You will be required to drive a TCV vehicle with up to 8 passenger seats. For insurance this means you must meet the TCV driving requirements. A standard full UK Driving License held for at least a year is required.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via [email protected] or by telephone on 01302 388883 . We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

A full driving licence is required as the post holder has use of a company vehicle.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Adult CRC check.

A completed application form is required.

We are The Conservation Volunteers.

Our vision is Better Nature for All. We believe that nature and green spaces are an essential part of healthy happy communities.

Our mission is to connect people to protect and restore nature, delivering lasting benefits for both. The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should be available to everyone.

The outcomes of our work:

• Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.
• Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people live and tackle the issues that matter to them.
• Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by being outdoors, active and connected with others.
• Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through learning inspired by the outdoors.

Join in, feel good.

Closing date for completed applications: 12:00 noon Friday 27th June 2025.

Interview date: Thursday 3rd July 2025 at TCV York (Tang Hall Community Centre, Fifth Avenue, York, YO31 0UG).