Park Ranger: Safe, Welcoming Green Spaces Leader

Hull City Council; Darnick; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive salary

LGPS pension

23 days annual leave + eight publichol

Career development and training

Supportive and forward-thinkingculture

Great career development opportunities

Job summary

Hull City Council is seeking a full-time Park Ranger to manage and safeguard city parks, open spaces and facilities. The role involves supervising park users, maintaining safe and welcoming environments, and coordinating with teams across multiple sites within the city.

The post requires a full driving licence and a proactive, customer-focused approach to ensure high standards of park maintenance and community health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children, young people and/or vulnerable adults.
• Oversee the running of park sites, green spaces and facilities to prevent accidents.
• Control and influence park user behaviour to maintain a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
• Ensure site safety and equipment compliance with legislation through standard operating procedures.
• Respond to incidents and accidents; provide first aid and liaise with emergency services.
• Maintain accurate records of accidents or incidents for investigation.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and maintenance; complete check sheets.
• Carry out grounds maintenance tasks to a high standard as required.
• Produce, deliver and review management plans/work programmes for sites across the portfolio.
• Check permits and sell tickets for park operations (e.g., fishing) in line with policies.
• Ensure sites are clean and welcoming and manage litter picking and graffiti removal.
• Supervise placements and volunteers; deliver training as needed.
• Promote the park service through events and educational activities.
• Monitor contractors to ensure high standards and value for money.
• Carry out mobile ranger duties, including driving and fleet checks.

Job description

Hull City Council is seeking a full-time Park Ranger to manage and safeguard city parks, open spaces and facilities. The role involves supervising park users, maintaining safe and welcoming environments, and coordinating with teams across multiple sites within the city.

The post requires a full driving licence and a proactive, customer-focused approach to ensure high standards of park maintenance and community health and wellbeing.