Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor

Erewash Borough Council; Ilkeston; Sur place; GBP 36 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous annual leave

Free workplace car parking

Training and development

Family friendly flexible working

LGPS pension scheme

Discounted leisure membership

Employee benefits salary sacrifice

Résumé du poste

Erewash Borough Council is seeking a Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor to join Operational Services in the Place Directorate. This hands-on leadership role will oversee delivery of high-quality services across parks, play areas and public spaces, ensuring they are safe, clean and welcoming for all.

You will supervise teams across Victoria Park, West Park and Pewit Coronation Meadows, manage grounds maintenance, play area inspections, street cleansing and event support, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in parks or public spaces.
• Ability to manage grounds maintenance, play areas, and street cleansing.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and council policies.

Responsabilités

• Oversee delivery of high-quality services across parks, play areas and public spaces.
• Supervise teams across Victoria Park, West Park and Pewit Coronation Meadows.
• Manage grounds maintenance, play area inspections, sports pitch upkeep, landscaping and street cleansing.
• Respond to issues such as fly-tipping, vandalism and safety hazards with practical solutions.
• Support borough-wide events with traffic management and site preparation.
• Contribute to play area design and street scene enhancements.
• Monitor contractor performance and inspection schedules.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Grounds maintenance

Public space operations

Environmental compliance

Description du poste

Lead the transformation of Erewash’s green spaces and street scenes. Make a lasting impact in your community.

Erewash Borough Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor to join Operational Services in the Place Directorate. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll oversee the delivery of high‑quality services across parks, play areas, and public spaces - ensuring they are safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone.

Your Role:

• Supervise teams working across iconic green spaces like Victoria Park, West Park, and Pewit Coronation Meadows.
• Manage grounds maintenance, play area inspections, sports pitch upkeep, landscaping, and street cleansing.
• Respond to issues such as fly‑tipping, vandalism, and safety hazards with practical, timely solutions.
• Support borough‑wide events with traffic management and site preparation.
• Contribute to the design and improvement of play areas and street scene enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and council policies.
• Monitor contractor performance and maintain inspection schedules.

Be Part of “Wild About Erewash”

This role plays a key part in delivering the council’s “Wild About Erewash” campaign - our commitment to nature restoration, tree planting, and enhancing biodiversity across the borough. You’ll help balance formal and informal green space management, supporting a greener, wilder Erewash for future generations.

Why Work with Us?

• Make a visible difference in your local community.
• Be part of exciting environmental and public space initiatives.
• Work with a supportive team in a varied and rewarding role.
• Enjoy excellent public sector benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits of Working for Us:

• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to the employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme

Please note: This role is only open to applicants who already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor

Company: Erewash Borough Council

Salary: £35,570 to £39,481 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Ilkeston, DE7 4RA

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 27 Oct 2026

Closing date: 12 Nov 2026

Summary

Lead the transformation of Erewash’s green spaces and street scenes. Make a lasting impact in your community.

Erewash Borough Council is looking for a dedicated and proactive Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor to join Operational Services in the Place Directorate. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll oversee the delivery of high‑quality services across parks, play areas, and public spaces - ensuring they are safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone.

Your Role:

• Supervise teams working across iconic green spaces like Victoria Park, West Park, and Pewit Coronation Meadows.
• Manage grounds maintenance, play area inspections, sports pitch upkeep, landscaping, and street cleansing.
• Respond to issues such as fly‑tipping, vandalism, and safety hazards with practical, timely solutions.
• Support borough‑wide events with traffic management and site preparation.
• Contribute to the design and improvement of play areas and street scene enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and council policies.
• Monitor contractor performance and maintain inspection schedules.

Be Part of “Wild About Erewash”

This role plays a key part in delivering the council’s “Wild About Erewash” campaign - our commitment to nature restoration, tree planting, and enhancing biodiversity across the borough. You’ll help balance formal and informal green space management, supporting a greener, wilder Erewash for future generations.

Why Work with Us?

• Make a visible difference in your local community.
• Be part of exciting environmental and public space initiatives.
• Work with a supportive team in a varied and rewarding role.
• Enjoy excellent public sector benefits and career development opportunities.

Benefits of Working for Us:

• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to the employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme

  Please note: This role is only open to applicants who already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

  Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

  About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.