A rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Green Spaces Development Officer to support the delivery of green space projects within a local authority environment. This role will focus on delivering small capital works, supporting service development and working with communities and partners to improve local green spaces.
Working as part of a small team, you will contribute to the delivery of the Green Spaces service plan, supporting projects that enhance community use, sustainability and accessibility.
Location: Southeast England
Role: Green Spaces Development Officer
Rate: £200 per day
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver small green space and play projects, ensuring compliance with procurement, health and safety, and financial regulations.
* Project manage capital schemes from design through to procurement and delivery.
* Work with internal teams, residents and partners to develop project proposals and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
* Support delivery of the Green Spaces service plan and council priorities.
* Assist with managing budgets and ensuring value for money across projects.
* Prepare contract documentation, manage tender processes and evaluate submissions.
* Support community engagement and participation in green space projects and activities.
* Work with partners and community groups to develop and improve sites.
* Support communications and promotion of Green Spaces services through council channels.
* Attend meetings, working groups and stakeholder sessions, representing the service as required.
* Maintain effective working relationships across council teams and external organisations.
* Ensure compliance with council policies, financial regulations and data protection requirements.
Skills and Experience
* Experience delivering projects within green spaces, parks, environmental or public realm services.
* Experience working as a Landscape Manager or similar role within schools or education environments.
* Knowledge of project management, procurement processes and contract management.
* Understanding of health and safety and financial regulations within a public sector environment.
* Experience engaging with communities, stakeholders and partner organisations.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver within agreed timescales and budgets.
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
* Understanding of sustainability and environmental considerations within project delivery.
* Organised approach with the ability to manage priorities and workload effectively.