Livestock Ranger
We’re looking for someone practical, motivated and passionate about working outdoors with livestock and nature.
You’ll enjoy hands‑on work, care deeply about animal welfare and conservation, and feel comfortable engaging with people as part of the role.
Most importantly, you’ll bring a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and a genuine interest in looking after special places.
Up to £28,500 – depending on skills and experience
includes £3,000 per annum emergency on-call allowance
Ability to work evenings and weekends essential for the role.
Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week.
Positions Available: 1
Posted: Wednesday 20th May 2026
Closes: 4pm on Friday 19th June 2026
Interviews begin: Tuesday 30th June 2026
About Us
The Box Moor Trust is a local charity with over 400 years of history, caring for nearly 500 acres of stunning open space at the heart of the local community. Our estate is anything but ordinary – from rare chalk grasslands and wetlands to the River Bulbourne, one of the UK’s rare chalk streams.
We manage much of our land through traditional conservation grazing, working with rare‑breed cattle, sheep and goats to shape landscapes that support wildlife and people alike. We’re a small, passionate team, backed by brilliant volunteers, and we believe nature works best when it’s cared for thoughtfully – and shared widely.
About the role
If you love working outdoors, care deeply about animal welfare and conservation, and want a role where no two days are the same, this could be for you. As a Livestock Ranger, you’ll get stuck into hands‑on conservation grazing, looking after cattle, sheep and goats while helping manage a beautifully varied estate.
You’ll be part of the day‑to‑day action – checking livestock, supporting breeding programmes, maintaining habitats, and carrying out practical estate work – while also being a friendly, knowledgeable face for visitors and volunteers. This is a role where muddy boots meet meaningful impact: you’ll help protect wildlife, maintain historic landscapes, and make sure the estate remains welcoming, safe and thriving for everyone who enjoys it.
If you’re looking for a practical, purpose‑driven role that blends conservation, livestock care and community connection – and lets you work outside doing something that genuinely matters – we’d love to hear from you.
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Rewards
- 6% employer pension contribution.
- Training opportunities provided when required
- 25 days holiday rising to 30 days, based on length of service, plus bank holidays.
Main Office Location
London Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 2RE
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Equal Opportunities
The Box Moor Trust is a Disability Confident Committed employer.
If you require any support with your application, please contact us via email or telephone.
The Trust holds diversity in high regard, fostering a culture that champions equal opportunities for all candidates.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this application process at any time. We would therefore encourage prospective applicants to apply for this position at their earliest convenience.