Park Ranger

Pertemps Cardiff; Penparcau; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A temporary staffing agency is seeking a Park Ranger to join their team in Aberystwyth. The role involves maintaining public safety across various sites in the Cambrian Mountains, with responsibilities including inspections, problem assessment, and fostering community relations. Candidates should possess a full driving licence and have experience or a strong interest in outdoor management. This position offers full-time hours, with regular travel across areas, providing a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Full, clean driving licence is essential due to daily travel between sites.
• Experience or strong interest in outdoor, environmental, or land management work.
• Comfortable working alone for long periods in remote outdoor locations.
• Good understanding of hazard identification and public safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for neighbours and local stakeholders.
• Carry out public safety inspections and monitor tree safety.
• Assess reported incidents and travel to sites to report findings.
• Proactively patrol sites to identify unreported problems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Observational skills

ICT systems proficiency

Job description

Role

Park Ranger (Temporary assignment until October, starting in the New Year)

Location

Based in Aberystwyth, with regular travel across the Cambrian Mountains area, including Llanwrtyd Wells, Llangurig, and Ffos y Ffin. Pool car provided.

Pay

£17.54 per hour.

Assignment Type

Temporary assignment until October, starting in the New Year.

Hours

Full‑time, 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for neighbours and local stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and helping resolve issues.
• Carry out public safety inspections, monitoring tree safety, checking fencing, roadside flailing requirements, and other on‑site operational tasks.
• Take calls and emails about reported incidents such as fly‑tipping, fallen trees, and damaged paths or benches; travel to sites, assess the issue, and report findings accurately.
• Proactively patrol sites to identify unreported problems, including potential hazards, damaged infrastructure, or environmental concerns.
• Travel independently across a wide area (potentially up to 100 miles per day) using a provided radio and pool vehicle for communication and safety.
• Contribute to high standards of customer service and continuous improvement in frontline site management.

Requirements

• Full, clean driving licence is essential due to daily travel between sites.
• Experience or strong interest in outdoor, environmental, or land management work.
• Comfortable working alone for long periods, often in remote outdoor locations.
• Good understanding of hazard identification and public safety awareness.
• Strong organisational, communication, and observational skills.
• Competent using ICT systems for reporting and communication.

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