Land -based careers Flashcards
(31 cards)
Forest Ranger
Manages forests and woodlands, running educational events & outdoor activities for the public, leading conservation task forces
Climber
More technically skilled role in managing of tree care &maintenance
Grounds person
Most basic job in ‘tree surgery’, i.e. managing of tree care & maintenance
Tree Officer
A person who usually works for the local council who provides guidance on “do’s and don’t’s”, particularly to adhere to legislation and good practicerelating to tree care & preservation
Loggers/forest operatives
Plant, fell & log trees for timber harvesting
Groundskeeper
Maintains the grounds of parks, leisure facilities, or other outdoor areas
Greenkeeper
Cares for golf courses and other sports pitches, ensuring they are in good condition for play
Landscaper
Construction of greenspaces including water features, pavements, walls & pillars
Farm Manager
Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a farm
Farm Worker
The work can involve operating machinery in order to cultivate fields, drill crops, apply chemicals and then harvest them. Alternatively, workers might be feeding animals, caring for sick or newborn stock or milking dairy cows.
Feed Nutritionist
Feed specialists that advise farmers on what to feed their animals in order to maximise growth, reproduction, health and performance.
Grain Buyer
People who buy wheat, oilseed rape and other crops from farmers for use in the production of food for humans and animals.
Agronomist
Also known as ‘crop doctors’. Specialise in the scientific study of agricultural practices and apply scientific knowledge specifically to crop production and soil management.
Shepard
A person who tends, herds, feeds or guards flocks of sheep.
Stable hand
Assists in the care of horses at a stable or riding school
Farrier
A specialist who trims and shoes horses’ hooves
Riding Instructor
Responsible for teaching people to ride horses; either individually or as a group.
Head Lad/Lass
Involves over-seeing the stable handsand ensuring that the yard is well run.
Zookeeper
Cares for animals in zoos, ensuring their health and well-being
Dog Groomer
A person who grooms and maintains the appearance of dogs, such as bathing and trimming
Animal Trainer/Behaviourist
A specialist who studies and analyses the behaviour of animals and trains them for specific tasks, performances, or behaviours
Animal Nutritionist
A professional who formulates diets and nutrition plans for animals
Zoologist
Studies the behavior, physiology, ecology, and classification of animals in their natural habitats or controlled environments.
Retail Florist
Person involved in the trade of flowers and ornamental plants
