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Meet the team

Meet the people working hard to rebuild biodiversity and connect people with nature in South & West Wales. 

Sarah Kessell outside.
Sarah

Chief Executive Officer

My job varies every day but I oversee delivery of our strategy, bring in funding, ensure our team work smoothly and plan for future changes.
Diana stood smiling outside.
Diana

Executive Officer

I have a varied role working with Trustees, covering governance, charity admin, insurance & committees (H&S, Board, Finance, Conservation).

Islands

Our teams on Skomer and Skokholm work hard to protect the islands' wildlife, engage with visitors and conduct important research. 

A selfie of Lisa on Skokholm Island. The white cottage is behind her.
Lisa

Head of Islands & Marine Conservation

I'm responsible for island management, offshore & coastal planning, protection and restoration.
Richard with the sea hehind him.
Richard

Skokholm Island Warden

I am responsible for the running of Skokholm Island.
Giselle with the sea and rocks behind her.
Giselle

Skokholm Island Warden

I am responsible for the running of Skokholm Island.
Leighton driving a boat around Skomer. The rocky island is in the background and the sea is a deep blue.
Leighton

Skomer Island Warden

I am responsible for the running and operation of Skomer Island. I manage a team who oversee volunteers, visitors and research.
Ceris Aston, Skomer Assistant Warden
Ceris

Skomer Island Assistant Warden

I support in all aspects of island management, with a focus on monitoring, volunteer management, public engagement, and improving access.
Rob driving a boat with Skomer Island in the background.
Rob

Skomer Visitor Officer

I am responsible for hostel and day visitors. I assist with monitoring and head up the island socials and long-term volunteer programme.

Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre (CBMWC)

Our Marine Conservation team based in New Quay research and monitor marine mammals in Cardigan Bay and deliver a range of coastal community outreach activities, working closely with a large team of volunteers. 

Dr Sarah Perry, surveying dolphins
Sarah

Living Seas Manager

I head up the Marine Conservation Team at CBMWC. I manage & deliver scientific research, supervise students as well as training volunteers.
Laura Evans - Living Seas Project Officer
Laura

Living Seas Project Officer

I work to deliver a range of coastal community outreach activities focused on inspiring climate action for the marine environment.
Photograph of Cerys Hartland, Marine Conservation Assistant
Cerys

Marine Conservation Assistant

I am responsible for the day-to-day operations of the CBMWC visitor centre, coordination and support of our large team of volunteers.
Bea in a boat a sea.
Bea

Marine Conservation Intern

I spend time surveying for dolphins and assisting with research data. I also help run events and support our Living Seas Youth Forum.

Reserves

Our Reserves team works hard to manage over 100 reserves across the region, working with volunteers to make these sites better for people and wildlife. 

Lizzie standing in front of a coastal cliff - the sea is deep blue.
Lizzie

Head of Terrestrial Nature Reserves

I oversee reserve management including grants, safety, management planning and land-related policy.
Nathan in a beanie and coat outside.
Nathan

Reserves Manager West and Wildlife Trust Officer for Pembrokeshire

I'm responsible for the management of 19 nature reserves in Pembrokeshire. I work with other organisations, volunteers and grant funders.
Paul on a quad bike on a sunny day.
Paul

Reserves Manager Swansea, Neath-Port Talbot & Carmarthenshire

I work to manage the habitats, access and infrastructure and project delivery on our reserves throughout Swansea & Neath-Port Talbot.
Duncan in a field at Parc Slip.
Duncan

Reserves Manager (East)

I am responsible for the management of our nature reserves in Bridgend, the Vale, Cardiff, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Brecknock.
Healthy hillsides volunteers
Tara

Reserves Officer

I look after our nature reserves in the Valleys from Aberdare, to Merthyr Tydfil and Ystradgynlais areas.
Doug with a clipboard outside.
Doug

Wildlife Trust Officer Ceredigion

I manage the Trust’s 21 reserves in Ceredigion and I work with neighbouring landowners to give advice on management of land for wildlife.
A selfie of Catherine.
Catherine

Wildlife Education Officer

My role involves community engagement, practical conservation work & species reintroduction projects.
Shaun on a reserve.
Shaun

Reserves Officer Swansea, Neath and Port Talbot

I manage volunteers on a diverse range of nature reserves in the Swansea, Neath, Port Talbot area and also in Carmarthenshire.
Becca looking at lichen at Castle Woods.
Rebecca

Wildlife Trust Officer Carmarthenshire

I look after our Carmarthenshire reserves, managing habitat & conducting surveys. I work with volunteers, partner organisations & graziers.
Tim in front of flowers.
Tim

Wildlife Trust Officer Cardiff, Bridgend and Vale

I look after our nature reserves in Cardiff, Bridgend and Vale, working closely with volunteers.
A woman talking a selfie with horse.
Steph

Wildlife Trust Officer Brecon

I work on nature reserves in Brecknock.

Wilder Engagement

Our Wilder Engagement team works across the region to empower people to take action for nature.

A selfie of Beth with green hills behind her.
Beth

Wilder Engagement Manager

I lead the delivery of the ‘Team Wilder’ engagement work across the Trust; working to empower communities to take action for nature.
Marianne with a group of people in a garden.
Marianne

Wilder Engagement Officer

I work with communities to help them take action for nature. I'm currently working on developing our digital community resources.
Alex
Alex

Wilder Engagement Officer (Cardiff)

I work in Cardiff engaging with communities across the city. I run training sessions, workshops, and a youth forum as part of Team Wilder.
Sarah with her dog on top of Pen y Fan.
Sarah

Wilder Engagement Officer (Brecon)

My role involves getting people excited about wildlife and helping them to take action to conserve it.
Selfie of Chris outside.
Chris

Wilder Engagement Officer (Moondance Project)

My role involves engaging local communities including community groups, other volunteers, landowners and schools to take action for nature.

Nature Recovery

Our Nature Recovery team is working to create larger, healthier habitats and populations across South & West Wales. 

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Coming soon

Nature Recovery Manager

Coming soon...
Alice, our Conservation Officer, standing in field with mountains behind her.
Alice

Conservation Officer

I'm involved in several partnership projects, including the Mid Wales Red Squirrel Project, along with reserve based ecological monitoring.
Adam, wearing a blue hoody with the logo of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales on it, at Teifi Marshes. There are reedbeds and trees behind him.
Adam

Conservation Officer

I deliver landscape scale conservation projects including the Mid Wales Red Squirrel Project, meadows pilot & temperate rainforest recovery.
Phil in the woods.
Phil

Red Squirrel Ranger

I work on the Mid Wales Red Squirrel Project.
Ben in the woods.
Ben

Red Squirrel Ranger

I work on the Mid Wales Red Squirrel Project.
Gareth next to a wooden sign in a woodland.
Gareth

Landowner Liaison Officer (Moondance Project)

I am working to strengthen ties with the farmers and landowners of the Gwaun Valley.

Welsh Wildlife Centre (WWC)

Our Welsh Wildlife Centre team work hard to provide the best visitor experience and are working to encourage more people to connect with wildlife at the centre.

Mark and Gar with flag
Mark

Visitor Centre Manager

I am responsible for the management of the day to day operations, managing staff and overseeing the Gift Shop and The Glasshouse Café.
Gareth sat on a log in the woods.
Gareth

Head Chef

My aim is to provide our customers with a hearty, homemade, affordable and memorable menu covering all dietary requirements.
Greg at the Welsh Wildlife Centre shop.
Greg

Retail Manager

I maintain, buy and design stock for the WWC Gift Shop. I also supervise our small team of shop volunteers.
Gretchen sat on a harbour wall with the sea behind her.
Gretchen

People & Wildlife Officer

I run nature themed activities and events for visitors, local schools and groups as well as the monthly Wildlife Watch Group.
Wendy on Skokholm
Wendy

WWC Administration and Finance Officer

My role involves admin and finance for the Welsh Wildlife Centre, animal adoption packs and assisting with catering.
John with a scythe in front of a reedbeds at Teifi Marshes.
John

Teifi Marshes Estate Worker

I work one day a week leading a volunteer work party at Teifi Marshes.

Lockley Lodge 

Our friendly team at Lockley Lodge welcome all our day visitors to Skomer Island, manage the shop, and play an important role in biosecurity checks. 

Chrissy at Lockley Lodge.
Chrissy

Lockley Lodge Manager

We work as a team to enhance visitor experience with our webcams and retail offerings.
Gary at Lockley Lodge.
Gary

Lockley Lodge Manager

We work as a team to enhance visitor experience with our webcams and retail offerings.
Lesley.
Lesley

Lockley Lodge Check-in Assistant

We work as a team to enhance visitor experience with our webcams and retail offerings.
Caroline.
Caroline

Lockley Lodge Retail Assistant

We work as a team to enhance visitor experience with our webcams and retail offerings.

Booking, Membership & Finance 

Our conservation work wouldn't be possible without the hard work of our Booking, Membership and Finance teams behind the scenes. 

A selfie of Jane.
Jane

Island Bookings Co-ordinator & Membership Officer

I'm responsible for booking overnight island stays. I arrange day trips for educational groups. I'm also part of the Membership team.
Selfie of Nicola at the beach.
Nicola

Membership Data Officer

I'm responsible for the membership database administration, payments associated with membership, and work closely with the Booking team. 
Jo stood outside a building.
Johanne

Membership Assistant

I work with the Membership and Islands team. I process new and existing memberships, send out membership information and packs.
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Margaret

Finance Manager

I am responsible for the Trust's finances.
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Marie

Finance Officer

I am responsible for the Trust's finances.

Communications and Fundraising 

The Communications and Fundraising team showcases the Trust's achievements and ambitions to inspire people to engage with the natural world, whilst raising vital funds to support our work. 

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We're hiring!

Communications and Fundraising Manager

We're hiring - apply by 5th September.
Photo of Legacy and Fundraising Officer Molly Johns
Molly

Legacy Development and Fundraising Officer

I am here to support you with your fundraising journeys and to help our supporters leave a lasting legacy to Welsh wildlife.
Grace, our Digital Fundraising and Communications Officer
Grace

Communications Officer

I manage the website, create content for social media, edit the magazine, produce videos, coordinate media visits and press releases.
A group selfie on a boat in summer.
Jobs

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