Forest Ranger

Center Parcs; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure company in the UK is looking for a Forest Ranger to manage and maintain the forest landscape. You will support the Grounds Services Manager, promote conservation efforts, and ensure the safe maintenance of equipment. The role requires an NVQ Level 2 in horticulture or forestry and previous experience with relevant machinery. This position offers competitive pay at £13.47 per hour along with unique benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Colleague Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme with Life Assurance

Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme

Free use of leisure facilities

Discounted Center Parcs breaks

20% discount in restaurants and outlets

Access to Perks at Work Portal

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• An NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a recognised horticultural or forestry discipline.
• Previous experience using agricultural, forestry and horticultural machinery.
• Full Driving Licence held for a minimum of 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support the Grounds Services Manager in management and supervision.
• Promote conservation aspects and support Senior Forest Rangers.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in a safe working condition.
• Maintain ornamental landscaping, weeding, pruning, and bark mulching.
• Manage grass and forestry work including thinning operations.

Skills

Use of agricultural machinery

Forestry and horticultural machinery

Natural history knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2 in horticulture or forestry

Full Driving Licence

Job description

Imagine stepping away from the desk and having 400 acres of beautiful forest as your office? The Grounds Services team is responsible for managing and maintaining the forest landscape at each of our villages, including wildlife and biodiversity surveys. Our expert teams are extremely passionate about the natural environment at Center Parcs, which our guests love to see. FOREST RANGER | £13.47 per hour In this role, you will support the Grounds Services Manager in the effective management and supervision of the development in accordance with Company and legislative requirements. You will actively promote conservation aspects, support the Senior Forest Rangers with key tasks and help develop and maintain an effective working team. Other responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that all equipment is maintained in a safe working condition
• Maintenance of ornamental landscaping, weeding, pruning and bark mulching
• Maintenance of interior landscaping as required
• Grass management
• Forestry work; including thinning operation and habitat creation
• Waterway management

Required qualifications

• An NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a recognised horticultural or forestry discipline or equivalent experience / prepared to undertake training
• Previous experience in the use of agricultural, forestry and horticultural machinery, along with certified competency in use of pesticides
• Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months

Desirable requirements

• A good knowledge of natural history and have an interest in nature conservation
• Previous experience within the horticultural or forestry profession at a craftsman level

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme - offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications