Countryside Estates Officer
Ref: CS220
Salary: Scale SO2 SCP32 £42,059 – SCP34 £44,063
36 Hours per week
Permanent
Our green spaces, commons and cemeteries are highly treasured by our residents. This is your chance to take guardianship of these much-loved facilities that are such an important part of Elmbridge life.
And what a team! You will be working with a determined and committed group, passionate about protecting and enhancing the green spaces, cemeteries and commons in Elmbridge. They know the value of these spaces to our residents, especially our most vulnerable residents.
Leading the Countryside Rangers you will work with the Countryside Officer to manage Elmbridge`s diverse and extensive countryside estate. The estate covers 625 hectares of land and you will help with all aspects of countryside management including heathland, woodlands and wetland.
A skilled conservation manager with enthusiasm for nature conservation.
An enthusiastic individual is sought for an immediate start. Must demonstrate interest in nature conservation and possess a current driving licence.
You will be able to demonstrate that you can,
1. Implement the annual review of the Countryside Strategy, instigate and assist in its review, including woodland management, nature conservation and public consultation.
2. Ensure staff are trained in all works expected to be undertaken including training on Health and Safety Regulations.
3. Undertake and monitor tree works in the absence of the Arboriculture and Countryside Officer. Have an overview of the Arboricultural Service to enable informed answers to customers enquiries.
4. Procurement of countryside management works- for example forestry contracts and an annual ditch maintenance contract
5. Liaison with local conservation groups and recording of ecological surveys on Council owned land.
When you thrive, Elmbridge thrives
Elmbridge prides itself on being a learning organisation. You will have the opportunity for both professional and personal development through our talent programme and we will work with you to create a bespoke learning and development programme as appropriate to your role.
The wellbeing of our employees is vitally important to us; whether it’s mindfulness, healthy walks or mental health first aid, there are a wide range of opportunities available to you; after all, when you thrive, Elmbridge thrives.
Our careers website () will give you lots of information on Elmbridge and you should also view our to see examples of our energy, creativity and commitment to our customers.
If you would like to discuss this position informally and confidentially, please call Hamish White, Countryside Officer on 01372 474579 or Emma Campbell, Greenspaces Manager on 01372 474264
Closing Date: 15th August 2025
Interview Date: 5th September2025
Please note that we do not accept CVs
without an application form
Elmbridge is an Equal Opportunities Employer