Explore the information below to find the role that’s right for you. There are lots of different opportunities for volunteering, work placements and career progression, across the coastline and with a variety of partners.
EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE COUNCIL
Senior Sustainable Development Officer (Biodiversity)
As Senior Sustainable Development Officer (Biodiversity) you will develop and deliver corporate policy and guidance to ensure that the council remains compliant with current and emerging environmental legislation, while supporting the implementation of the Environment Bill within the East Riding.
£33,945 per annum
Permanent with remote working opportunities
Applications close: 7th January
Senior Sustainable Environment Officer
This role provides an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of the Council’s response to the ecological emergency. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will help develop and deliver biodiversity focussed policies, strategies and initiatives to support the Council’s priority of ‘valuing the environment’.
£33,945 per annum
Permanent with remote working opportunities
Applications close: 7th January
Senior Coastal Change Officer (Practical Delivery)
You will use your diverse set of skills to deliver a programme of work including managing multiple projects simultaneously, such as the creation and/or relocation of housing schemes, recreation and amenity areas and beach accesses through the Changing Coasts East Riding project. Your analytical approach to complex problems means you will produce innovative and effective solutions. You will be adept at technical programme management including contract administration and budget management.
£33,945 per annum
Fixed term until 31st March 2027, with remote working opportunities
Applications close: 14th January
Senior Coastal Change Officer (Engagement)
You will use your creative flair to plan and coordinate our programme of engagement with business, industry and community groups to promote greater environmental resilience. Your focus will be to maximise the impact of the project through innovative engagement techniques and materials, frequently adapting and applying learning as the project progresses, alongside managing changing priorities and stakeholder relationships. You will use your experience and passion to reflect and share learning from engagement activities to inform the monitoring, evaluation and learning theme of the Changing Coasts East Riding project.
£33,945 per annum
Fixed term until 31st March 2027, with remote working opportunities
Applications close: 14th January
Many of our partners share vacancy details via online search engines, but you can also find your new role through their recruitment websites:
East Riding of Yorkshire Council
North York Moors National Park Authority
North Eastern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority
Marine Management Organisation
2024 Waves of Waste Beach Cleans
Join the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust on beaches across the coast to reduce the threat of marine pollution.
For all dates, locations and booking information, please click on the link below:
Recreational Activity Surveyor (YMNP)
We’re looking for active and independent volunteers who can spend one day per week recording recreational activities amongst the UK’s largest mainland breeding seabird colony, throughout the summer months.
You will visit various locations across Flamborough and Filey cliffs, recording recreational activities and observing the response of seabirds. The data you collect will help us to understand more about our unique seabird colony and how we can better protect it.
Full training will be given, however access to your own vehicle is required due to the rural nature of the monitoring locations.
Please email [email protected] for more information.
Volunteering is a great way to build experience, meet new people, improve your wellbeing and develop skills. Opportunities are available throughout the year with our partners – check out the links below for more information:
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