Salary: £29,799 - £35,020 (inclusive of £706 London Weighting)
Location: Look Out Discovery Centre, Bracknell
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
Closing Date: 04/07/2025 at 23:59
We have an exciting opportunity for a Ranger (Play) to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis, at Bracknell Forest Council. If you are passionate about the environment and want to be part of a team that shares your commitment, we would love to hear from you.
About you...
You will have the practical skills and experience to carry out a range of estate maintenance and habitat management tasks, such as installing gates and stiles, fencing, strimming, mowing and contributing to woodland and heathland management. You will enjoy working as part of a supportive team and bring a positive, proactive attitude to caring for parks and open spaces. Your enthusiasm for the outdoors and commitment to maintaining natural environments will help ensure these spaces are welcoming and well-managed for the community and wildlife.
About the team...
At Bracknell Forest, we are committed to creating a clean, green and vibrant environment for our residents and wildlife. Our dedicated Parks and Countryside team plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the Borough’s parks and open spaces - making them places our community can enjoy and take pride in.
As part of this enthusiastic and driven team, you will gain valuable hands-on experience, contribute to meaningful projects, and see the real impact of your work. We work collaboratively, with a flexible and entrepreneurial mindset, always striving to keep our award-winning green spaces in the best possible condition.
Key responsibilities...
* Manage sites within the Borough for the benefit of people and wildlife
* Encourage and support outdoor recreation and countryside access
* You will also provide information and organise events, walks and talks to increase participation, enjoyment and understanding
* Undertake weekly inspections of our play areas using digital data collection and undertake repairs to play equipment in a timely manner
* Undertake minor maintenance tasks such as strimming, cleaning and vegetation management
* Prepare work specifications and oversee the works of contractors
Training will be provided to fulfil these tasks.
Interviews will be held on 23rd July 2025.
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact: Joe Malyan, Ranger Team Leader: 01344 354444.
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