What You’ll Be Doing
Coordinate improvement projects across parks, playgrounds, open spaces and allotments, delivering work on time and within budget.
Prepare and review risk assessments and risk-benefit analyses in line with council health and safety requirements.
Work closely with grounds maintenance teams, providing technical guidance and promoting best practice.
Build productive relationships with councillors, council departments, residents, community groups, contractors, businesses and external agencies.
Supervise contractors and volunteers on projects that enhance the value and use of local green spaces.
Support practical conservation work, planting and habitat creation with colleagues and volunteers.
Contribute to park and green-space management plans and assist with the delivery of events when required.
What We’re Looking For
Experience supporting or coordinating projects in parks, playgrounds, grounds maintenance, environmental services or a related setting.
Sound knowledge of health and safety, risk assessments and safe working practices.
Confidence supervising contractors or volunteers and monitoring standards of work.
Strong stakeholder-management and communication skills.
Good organisation, practical judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A collaborative approach and willingness to support occasional practical work on site.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to make a visible difference to valued community spaces while working in a varied hybrid role that combines office, home and field-based activity.
Apply Now
If you have relevant experience in green spaces, playgrounds, grounds maintenance, or environmental projects, submit your CV today for prompt consideration.
DBHRSolutions is acting as the employment agency for this vacancy. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates
Salary description
£18.22 - £18.22 per hour