JM OSBORNE RURAL & SPORTING
COMPANY INFORMATION:
The owners of a 1,800-acre estate in West Perthshire are establishing a new pheasant and partridge shoot ahead of the forthcoming season. The shoot will operate primarily as a family shoot across varied countryside, with a focus on producing quality birds and developing a successful long-term sporting operation alongside wider estate interests.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Single-handed keeper
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
An experienced pheasant and partridge keeper is required to establish and manage a new shoot, with an anticipated release of approximately 10,000 head of game. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and running a high-quality sporting operation, working closely with the owners and integrating the shoot within the wider estate environment. The role requires strong practical gamekeeping skills, a hardworking approach and the ability to deliver consistent bird quality.
PLACE OF WORK:
West Perthshire Estate, Scotland Required qualifications:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven experience as a pheasant and partridge keeper with the skills required to establish and manage a shoot operation. Ability to work independently while collaborating with estate owners and staff.
SALARY:
POA (excellent remuneration package offered)
BENEFITS:
Fully modernised four-bedroom keeper’s cottage located within the estate, including a private paddock. Long-term position within a well-supported estate environment.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
jobs@jmosborne.co.uk
SPORTARM
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Established in 1988, Sportarm operates retail locations in Dorset and London, specialising in shotguns, rifles, sporting attire and country lifestyle accessories. The company has developed exclusive shotgun models in collaboration with global firearms manufacturers and places a strong emphasis on customer service, industry expertise and supporting the wider sporting community.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Retail manager
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
Sportarm is seeking a confident and motivated retail manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of its Dorchester store. Initially a standalone position, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, managing stock and inventory, maintaining presentation standards and driving sales performance. The role will also involve working closely with the managing director to support future staffing plans and retail strategy, including mentoring new team members as the retail team expands. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily retail operations, maintaining high visual merchandising standards, managing deliveries and inventory control, building strong customer relationships, providing expert product advice and identifying opportunities for business growth.
PLACE OF WORK:
Sportarm Dorchester store and head office, Dorset.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Proven experience in a retail management or senior sales role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational ability and attention to detail. Confidence working independently with a proactive, hands-on approach. Proficiency with EPOS systems and Microsoft Office applications. An affinity for country sports and countryside living would be advantageous.
SALARY:
Competitive remuneration package (details on application).
BENEFITS:
Four weeks’ annual holiday. Company bonus scheme. Pension scheme. Generous staff discount. Positive professional working environment. Full-time hours Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30am–5:30pm, with part-time job-share arrangements considered.
CONTACT INFORMATION
kevin@sportarm.com
SPORTSMAN GUN CENTRE
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Sportsman Gun Centre is one of the UK’s leading firearms retail and wholesale businesses, operating three UK branches alongside a strong online retail platform. The company supplies a wide range of shooting, hunting and outdoor products, serving both trade and consumer customers across the country.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Retail sales assistant
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
Sportsman Gun Centre is seeking a retail sales assistant to join its Newport team, delivering high standards of customer service within a busy retail environment. The role involves assisting customers in store, selling products, handling enquiries both face to face and over the telephone, and working collaboratively as part of the wider retail team.
The successful candidate will support daily shop operations while providing knowledgeable advice to customers, helping maintain the company’s reputation for service and product expertise.
PLACE OF WORK:
Unit 7a, Maesglas Retail Park, Newport, Gwent NP20 2XF.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous retail sales experience (minimum one year required). Customer service experience preferred. Prior shooting knowledge is essential. A shotgun certificate would be advantageous. Applicants must be able to reliably commute to, or relocate to, Newport. Flexibility with working hours is required.
SALARY:
From £26,500 per year, depending on experience.
BENEFITS:
Four weeks’ annual holiday plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Employee staff discount. Cycle to work scheme. On-site parking. Career progression opportunities within a long-established and growing retail business. Full-time hours based on a five-days-out-of-six rota, Monday to Saturday, 9am–5.30pm.
CONTACT:
uk.indeed.com
FORESTRY ENGLAND
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Forestry England is part of the UK Civil Service and is responsible for managing the nation’s public forests, balancing conservation, wildlife management, public access and sustainable timber production.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Wildlife ranger
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
Forestry England is recruiting a wildlife ranger to join its wildlife management team covering the Micheldever Beat. The role focuses on protecting forest habitats and supporting conservation priorities, including mammal management and safeguarding environmentally sensitive areas such as the Thames Basin Heath Special Protection Area. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders including Natural England, ensuring forestry operations comply with environmental designations and legal requirements.
PLACE OF WORK:
Micheldever Beat, Hampshire.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant wildlife management or conservation experience. Ability to demonstrate Civil
Service behaviours including working together, delivering at pace and managing a quality service. Strong organisational and analytical skills. Successful completion of a firearms skills assessment equivalent to DSC Level 1 shooting standards. Candidates must pass criminal record and baseline personnel security checks and demonstrate accurate spoken English.
SALARY:
£34,793 per year.
BENEFITS:
Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension Scheme with approximately 28.97% employer contribution. 25 days’ annual leave increasing to 30 days with service, plus bank holidays. Employee benefits scheme offering retail, travel, insurance and wellbeing discounts. Free parking at Forestry England sites. Free entry to Westonbirt and Bedgebury National Arboretums. Career development support including professional development opportunities and sponsored memberships. Discounted gym membership and employee discount scheme.
CONTACT:
jobs.forestryengland.uk