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Senior Conservation Ranger

Center Parcs Scottish Borders | Circa £30,300 per annum

Be part of building something truly special from the ground up

A short break at Center Parcs gives families the freedom to create their own perfect escape – a chance to reconnect, unwind and explore, all set within a beautiful natural environment. In 2029, we're bringing this unique and unrivalled experience to the Scottish Borders.

To turn this vision into reality will take an exceptional team of up to 1,200 colleagues. The journey begins with the appointment of a Senior Conservation Ranger, joining us in summer 2026 to play a vital role in supporting the construction phase of this exciting development.

The role will be based in Hawick.

About the role

As part of our passionate Grounds Services team, you'll help shape and protect the natural environment that defines the Center Parcs experience. Our teams are dedicated to delivering high-quality work while safeguarding wildlife, enhancing biodiversity and ensuring full compliance with environmental legislation and health and safety standards.

This role offers a rare opportunity to influence both the creation and long-term stewardship of an entirely new village, with a strong focus on habitat management, conservation and the implementation of the Forest Management Plan.

The project includes the afforestation of the site, planting hundreds of thousands of trees to create a thriving woodland to surround the village.

What you'll be doing

From the outset, you will play a key role in bringing our newest village to life. Working closely with the Grounds Manager, external consultants and contractors, you will:

• Provide supporting specialist on-site expertise throughout the construction phase, particularly in relation to Scottish conservation legislation
• Ensure all forestry, biodiversity and ecological commitments are delivered to Center Parcs' high standards
• Support environmental compliance and wildlife protection measures during site development
• Develop a detailed understanding of "as-built" specifications across your areas of responsibility

Once the village opens, you will:

• Support the Grounds Manager in the effective day-to-day management and supervision of the Conservation team
• Ensure all activities align with company policies and legislative requirements
• Promote efficient, safe and disciplined working practices
• Help deliver an exceptional guest experience by maintaining the highest environmental standards

What's in it for you

• Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
• Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
• Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
• A supportive, friendly team
• Career development and in-role training

Your working hours

• You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of 150 hours over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
• Once the village is open, this role includes working a mix of shift patterns, on a rota basis, including some early mornings, weekends and bank holidays
• You will be required to participate in the department's call-out rota as a senior representative of the department as required

About you

• NVQ Level 2 in Countryside and Environment or a similar field or equivalent experience
• A wide knowledge of wildlife with interest in nature interpretation
• Proficient in operating horticultural, agricultural or forestry machinery
• Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months
• Previous supervisory experience would be desirable

Our values

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Sound like your kind of job?

Apply online today - interviews will be held on 27th & 28th July 2026

Closing date: 14th July 2026 #INDSPON