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Job Description
Senior Country Park Ranger / Site Manager
Salary: £32,490 - £36,870 per annum
Grade: D
Permanent Contract
37 Hours per Week
Are you interested in being a part of the team dedicated to the management of some of the most popular & important natural open spaces in Thurrock? Do you have a real interest in the natural environment, how it's managed, how it's protected, how it's accessed, and how it's promoted?
If so, we'd be keen to hear from you.
We are currently recruiting within our Country Parks Team predominately managing the important environmental assets of
Langdon Hills Country Park
and the parkland and habitats associated with
Coalhouse Fort . Both sites have extensive and varied habitats, ranging from the Ancient Woodland and Grassland Meadows of Langdon Hills to the Salt Marsh and Scrubland of Coalhouse Fort. The varied habitats the team are responsible for have significant ecological value and support a diverse range of important and fascinating flora & fauna. Some habitats have SSSI status and include a Special Protection Area and a designated Ramsar site. The
Senior Country Park Ranger
/
Site Manager
is responsible for the operational supervision of the Ranger Team as well as taking the lead role in the management of the spaces the team are responsible for. This role will require an enthusiastic individual with demonstrable practical experience in managing public country parks. Your practical knowledge must include that of managing varied habitats, health & safety, and the use of a range of tools, plant, and machinery associated with environmental management. You will also require the knowledge and experience of external funding and the processes involved with relevant Environmental Stewardship schemes. Public engagement and experience of working with and alongside volunteers is also essential. A valid full Driving Licence is essential. Advert Closing Date Redeployment Only: 9th January 2025 Internal & External: 26th January 2025 Interview Date:
To Be Confirmed A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is not required for this post. To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: Download Job Profile (PDF Document) If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page. About Us Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. Our location Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road. Staff benefits We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome. Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council
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Langdon Hills Country Park
and the parkland and habitats associated with
Coalhouse Fort . Both sites have extensive and varied habitats, ranging from the Ancient Woodland and Grassland Meadows of Langdon Hills to the Salt Marsh and Scrubland of Coalhouse Fort. The varied habitats the team are responsible for have significant ecological value and support a diverse range of important and fascinating flora & fauna. Some habitats have SSSI status and include a Special Protection Area and a designated Ramsar site. The
Senior Country Park Ranger
/
Site Manager
is responsible for the operational supervision of the Ranger Team as well as taking the lead role in the management of the spaces the team are responsible for. This role will require an enthusiastic individual with demonstrable practical experience in managing public country parks. Your practical knowledge must include that of managing varied habitats, health & safety, and the use of a range of tools, plant, and machinery associated with environmental management. You will also require the knowledge and experience of external funding and the processes involved with relevant Environmental Stewardship schemes. Public engagement and experience of working with and alongside volunteers is also essential. A valid full Driving Licence is essential. Advert Closing Date Redeployment Only: 9th January 2025 Internal & External: 26th January 2025 Interview Date:
To Be Confirmed A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check is not required for this post. To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below: Download Job Profile (PDF Document) If you encounter an error message when opening the Job Profile link please refresh the error page. About Us Why Thurrock? Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve. Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead. This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. Our location Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents. We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes. Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road. Staff benefits We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome. Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification. We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do. For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council
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