2 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

• The Environmental Officer is responsible for ensuring that Council‑owned parks, open spaces, recreational facilities, cemeteries, woodlands, and car parks are maintained to a high standard and remain safe, accessible, and welcoming for public use. The role supports the council’s commitment to delivering high‑quality local services by undertaking routine inspections, responding to emergencies, carrying out horticultural tasks, and reducing anti‑social behaviour across Council-owned land
  

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day operation of Council‑owned parks, open spaces, car parks, woodlands, cemeteries, and recreational facilities.
  
• Open and close facilities as required and undertake general horticultural duties and minor repair
  
• Conduct routine Safety Culture inspections, programmed inspections, and equipment audits.
  
• Identify defects and take action in line with departmental procedures.
  
• Assist in preparing budget bids for maintenance and facility development projects
  

Essential Experience Required

• Experience operating and maintaining open spaces, parks, and associated public facilities.
  
• Experience conducting programmed inspections and equipment audits.
  
• Experience working with community groups in a public‑facing or environmental services setting..
  

Essential Qualifications Required

• Ability to work independently with a proactive approach.
  
• Full UK driving licence (required due to site‑based, mobile nature of the role).
  
• Knowledge and practical experience in horticultural activities.
  

Additional information to note

• Working hours: Part-Time, Temporary. 2 days per week.
  
• Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be required to work on-site only.
  
• We work on Bi weekly payment schedule
  

The role closes on 20^th April 2026, apply ASAP.