Jobs are a little thin on the ground at the moment but here are some vacancies for environmental types who want to stay in the region and in the sector.

 2 x Board Members for Natural England (NE)

Formed on 1 October 2006, Natural England is the Government’s statutory advisor on the natural environment in England. Our purpose is to ensure that the natural environment is conserved, enhanced, and managed for the benefit of present and future generations, thereby contributing to sustainable development.

As a Board Member, you will ensure that Natural England fulfils its aims and objectives set by the Secretary of State. You’ll have the chance to help establish our strategy, approve its direction, and review the performance of the organisation. Your commitment will be 37 days per year, including up to six Board meetings held mainly in our headquarters in Sheffield.

Closing date for applications 13 June 2011.

For more information please visit http://publicappts.defra.gov.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=72&Itemid=13

Principal Sustainability Consultant, WYG Group, Leeds

We seek a motivated individual, a self starter and initiator with excellent client facing skills and an enthusiasm for the subject. You will bring tangible sustainability related skills and experience, together with a positive and proactive team-working attitude.

You will join the Sustainability Discipline at WYG. The team provides support and solutions for all stakeholders within a range of sectors, including construction, manufacturing, education, health and commerce, throughout the UK, Ireland and on an international basis. Essential to this role is a thorough understanding and suitable qualification in BREEAM.

Formal Closing date 14th June 2011 however the position will not be removed until it has been filled.

For more information please visit http://tinyurl.com/5w3c35z

Education Officer, Royal Horticultural Society, Harrogate

Can you pass on your passion for gardening and all things in nature to the next generation? Are you interested in plants and horticulture? Are you up for a challenge and thrive on being busy? Then come and help us inspire local children.

We need an enthusiastic and motivated person to help us deliver our Education programme, here at RHS Garden Harlow Carr. You’ll use your knowledge of plant science and love of the outdoors to enthuse everyone with the natural environment using our lovely garden and not to mention having a whole lot of fun along the way.

All applications should be received by 4pm Friday 10 June 2011.

For more information and application details please visit www.rhs.org.uk/About-Us/Jobs/Vacancies/Education-Officer

Geography Field Studies Tutors, Cranedale Centre, Malton, North Yorkshire

Cranedale Centre exists in the beautiful countryside of North Yorkshire. It is a market leader in the provision of AS/A2 level fieldstudies in the UK and is held in high regard for the exceptional quality of its courses. The Centre is looking for able and enthusiastic Geographers and Ecologists to join its teaching team.

Closing date for applications 24th June 2011.

For more details please visit http://cranedale.com/recruitment.html