Student Gamekeeper - Ref 1518 Date: May 7, 2025

Student Gamekeeper

Student Gamekeeper

We are pleased to offer the position of a Student Gamekeeper in the beautiful surroundings of Strathconon Estate. This position will provide experience in best practices for deer management, nature conservation and sporting activities. Working with Highland ponies offers a valuable chance to acquire knowledge, contributing significantly to the estate management. You will be working as part of a team, so effective teamwork and communication skills are essential, while ensuring adherence to estate policies and standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the immediate manager to plan and execute estate activities that maintain appropriate deer populations in line with nature conservation objectives.• Follow estate policies and best practices for deer management, ensuring sustainability and ethical standards.• Maintain the deer larder to the required standards as stipulated by SQWV regulations.• Guide and accompany clients on red deer stalking excursions, ensuring professional and safe experience.• Undertake habitat monitoring and other conservation-related tasks as directed.• Working with highland ponies adds an important aspect to estate management, as their well-being directly impacts their ability to assist with deer stalking and other sporting activities• Provide general assistance to the estate sporting team, supporting conservation initiatives and estate management tasks as needed.• Assist with the maintenance of gardens and repair of machinery, roads, tracks, and bridges, ensuring accessibility and structural integrity.

Qualifications & Skills:

• I have a strong interest in gamekeeping, wildlife conservation, and land management.• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and handle physical tasks efficiently.• Excellent teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with managers, clients, and other estate staff.• A responsible and ethical approach to deer management and conservation practices.• Some familiarity with machinery maintenance, estate infrastructure, and habitat monitoring (training can be provided).• Ability and skills to work with highland ponies

Working at Strathconon offers a unique blend of a professional career, work life balance and country living. The role will require the successful candidate to attend college as part of their education, while working alongside the team at Strathconon Estate.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits with accommodation included in the package.

Apply now and please tell us a bit about yourself. Send your letter of application and resume to: clare.irving@bidwells.co.uk