Land -based careers

Question 1

Forest Ranger

Answer 1

Manages forests and woodlands, running educational events & outdoor activities for the public, leading conservation task forces​

Question 2

Climber

Answer 2

More technically skilled role in managing of tree care &maintenance​

Question 3

Grounds person

Answer 3

Most basic job in ‘tree surgery’, i.e. managing of tree care & maintenance

Question 4

Tree Officer

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Loggers/forest operatives

Answer 5

Plant, fell & log trees for timber harvesting​

Question 6

Groundskeeper

Answer 6

Maintains the grounds of parks, leisure facilities, or other outdoor areas

Question 7

Greenkeeper

Answer 7

Cares for golf courses and other sports pitches, ensuring they are in good condition for play

Question 8

Landscaper

Answer 8

Construction of greenspaces including water features, pavements, walls & pillars

Question 9

Farm Manager

Answer 9

Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a farm

Question 10

Farm Worker

Answer 10

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.​

Question 11

Feed Nutritionist

Answer 11

Feed specialists that advise farmers on what to feed their animals in order to maximise growth, reproduction, health and performance.​

Question 12

Grain Buyer

Answer 12

People who buy wheat, oilseed rape and other crops from farmers for use in the production of food for humans and animals.​

Question 13

Agronomist

Answer 13

Also known as ‘crop doctors’. Specialise in the scientific study of agricultural practices and apply scientific knowledge specifically to crop production and soil management.

Question 14

Shepard

Answer 14

A person who tends, herds, feeds or guards flocks of sheep.

Question 15

Stable hand

Answer 15

Assists in the care of horses at a stable or riding school

Question 16

Farrier

Answer 16

A specialist who trims and shoes horses’ hooves

Question 17

Riding Instructor

Answer 17

Responsible for teaching people to ride horses; either individually or as a group.

Question 18

Head Lad/Lass

Answer 18

Involves over-seeing the stable handsand ensuring that the yard is well run.

Question 19

Zookeeper

Answer 19

Cares for animals in zoos, ensuring their health and well-being

Question 20

Dog Groomer

Answer 20

A person who grooms and maintains the appearance of dogs, such as bathing and trimming

Question 21

Animal Trainer/Behaviourist

Answer 21

A specialist who studies and analyses the behaviour of animals and trains them for specific tasks, performances, or behaviours

Question 22

Animal Nutritionist

Answer 22

A professional who formulates diets and nutrition plans for animals

Question 23

Zoologist

Answer 23

Studies the behavior, physiology, ecology, and classification of animals in their natural habitats or controlled environments.

Question 24

Retail Florist

Answer 24

Person involved in the trade of flowers and ornamental plants

Question 25

Grower

Answer 25

Produces flowers & foliage, usually in greenhouses

Question 26

Wholesale Florist

Answer 26

Purchases cut flowers/foliage to sell to retail florists

Question 27

Ecologist/Surveyor

Answer 27

Carrying out ecological surveys, to advise onplanning permissions and government protection of habitats/species​

Question 28

Park Ranger

Answer 28

Managing nature parks & reserves, running educational/leisure events & outdoor activities for public/groups, leading conservation task forces​

Question 29

Wildlife Officer

Answer 29

Usually working for a wildlife charity, such as RSPCA, in the rescue and/or rehabilitation & release of wildlife

Question 30

River and Fisheries Officer/Aquaculture

Answer 30

Managing of aquatic wildlife & habitats, particularly relating to fish farms and quality of water systems

Question 31

Gamekeeper

Answer 31

Works on estates, managing game and wildlife populations