TORBAY COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE TRUST

TRAINEE INFORMATION SHEET


POST TITLE:	Assistant Marine Ranger (Kingfisher)	

RESPONSIBLE TO:	Coastal Zone Manager

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:		

To conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife value and public amenity of 
Torbay’s coast and countryside.

To increase public awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the natural 
environment of Torbay.
						
To improve access and knowledge of Torbay’s coastal zone and provide 
opportunities for informal outdoor recreation
						
The above post is offered in the context of the Kingfisher project and with a 
qualifications 
package to be discussed at interview and agreed and executed on successful 
selection.

The above overall aims will be carried out in line with Trust policies.  The 
general duties and 
responsibilities involved in this placement will be as follows:

1.	 Assisting and working with the Coastal Zone Manager on events, 
educational visits and 
activities and to ensure voluntary cover is available for the Seashore Centre

2.	Assisting with current projects such as: Seagrass Project, Intertidal 
surveying. 


3.	Assisting in the staffing of guided walks and events

4.	Contributing towards interpretative facilities

5.	Generating and encouraging volunteers and volunteer opportunities

6.	Assisting in the surveying and recording of marine life

7.   Providing support to staff working with schools and colleges on site to 
increase 
      understanding of the natural environment

8.	Staffing the Seashore Centre, providing information to the public about 
the coastal zone 
      of Torbay

9.	Maintaining displays and equipment and the overall appearance of  the 
Seashore Centre 

10. Assisting and advising the public using the site and presenting a positive, 
helpful image    
      at all times.

11. Ensuring that high standards of customer care and service are achieved


12. Adhering to all administrative and financial procedures relating to Events, 
School visits
      and the Seashore Centre

13. Observe all Health and Safety requirements as directed by the Coastal Zone 
Manager

14. Ensuring that legal, statutory and other relevant provisions governing or 
affecting the 
      work are complied with

15. Undertaking any other duties as may be assigned from time to time



QUALITIES SOUGHT IN ‘PROJECT KINGFISHER’ TRAINEES
EXPERIENCE
Voluntary work in nature conservation
KNOWLEDGE
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of wildlife/nature conservation 
issues
SKILLS
An unbiased approach to people and an ability to deal with people 
of all ages and backgrounds
Ability to work in an organised and responsible manner alone and 
with others

DISPOSITION
Tact and diplomacy
Willing to learn
Sense of humour
OTHER
Flexible approach to working hours to include weekends
Willing to work in the field in all weathers
Not in employment






The Kingfisher project is part funded by the European Social Fund