16 new jobs will be created in Tenerife to protect Teide National Park

On Tenerife, the local authorities (Cabildo) have decided to create 16 new jobs to better care for Teide National Park and preserve its beauty.

Of these positions, 8 will be filled by nature conservation workers. They will work in the town of La Orotava and from there monitor the park, control its condition, and protect nature.

Government officials emphasize that these people play a very important role, as they are the first to defend the park from various threats, such as forest fires, illegal use of the territory, or actions that harm plants and animals. Rosa Dávila, the head of the island, says that this is a very important moment to strengthen nature protection, as the authorities are waiting for the transfer of all powers to manage the National Park.

"We are taking a big step forward to increase the staff of the park. This is the largest increase in Spain! This will help us better preserve this unique nature and take care of it for future generations," Dávila noted.

The Cabildo explains that nature conservation workers have already shown their best side during emergencies, such as the major fire in 2023. Now they will receive more support, both in terms of the number of people and in the provision of necessary equipment. In addition, these new appointments are part of the local authorities' plan to provide more staff, better organize their work, and create a modern management structure that will effectively address the challenges of conservation and sustainable use of the territory.

Blanca Pérez, Councilor for Nature, Sustainability and Emergencies, stressed that thanks to these workers, people's attitude to nature in the National Park has changed. Their presence shows that this unique place should be treated with respect. "They appear where there was no one to maintain order before," she added.