Green Spaces Officer (Playgrounds) – 9 Month Contract

• 1 Day Working From Home
  
  


• 2 Days Office Based
  
  


• 2 Days Field Based
  
  

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee improvement projects for parks, playgrounds, open spaces, and allotments.
  
  


• Ensure timely, budget-conscious, and quality-compliant project delivery.
  
  


• Facilitate enhancements that boost the quality and value of the Borough's green spaces.
  
  


• Collaborate with the Grounds Maintenance Team to uphold standards and promote best practices.
  
  


• Offer technical guidance and operational advice as needed.
  
  


• Work in partnership with internal departments, councillors, community groups, contractors, businesses, and external agencies.
  
  


• Supervise contractors and volunteers on green space improvement initiatives.
  
  


• Contribute to habitat creation, tree planting, conservation activities, and environmental improvement efforts.
  
  


• Assist the Green Spaces and Tree Teams with occasional practical site tasks.
  
  


• Aid in the development and execution of management plans for parks and greenspaces.
  
  


• Monitor projects to ensure adherence to health and safety standards.
  
  


• Conduct and evaluate risk assessments and risk-benefit analyses.
  
  


• Support the organization and management of community and public events when necessary.
  
  

Essential

• Experience in parks, green spaces, playgrounds, countryside management, landscaping, or environmental services.
  
  


• Understanding of health and safety regulations, including risk assessments.
  
  


• Proven ability to coordinate projects and manage multiple priorities.
  
  


• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
  
  


• Competence in working with contractors, volunteers, community groups, and colleagues.
  
  


• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
  
  


• Experience working independently and collaboratively within a team.
  
  


• Ability to work both in an office setting and outdoors in various weather conditions.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in Local Government or Public Sector settings.
  
  


• Familiarity with playgrounds, parks, and open space management.
  
  


• Experience in supervising contractors or volunteers.
  
  


• Qualification in horticulture, countryside management, environmental management, or a related field.
  
  


• Experience in supporting community events and environmental projects.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £18.22 per hour (Umbrella)
  
  


• 9 Month Contract
  
  


• Hybrid Working
  
  
  
  • 1 Day Working From Home
    
    
  
  
  • 2 Days Office Based
    
    
  
  
  • 2 Days Field Based
    
    
  
  


• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
  


• A chance to significantly contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of parks, playgrounds, and green spaces throughout the Borough.
  
  


• A diverse role that combines project management, stakeholder engagement, environmental improvement, and site-based activities.