Park Warden

Belfast City Council; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Belfast City Council is seeking a patrol and enforcement role across parks, open spaces, cemeteries and other council sites. You will promote responsible behaviour, enforce by‑laws, and report antisocial behaviour.

You will record incidents, complete safety reports, liaise with PSNI, and work with colleagues and partners to keep public areas safe and accessible. Applicants must have a full NI driving licence (or access to suitable transport) and at least one year of relevant experience in

Qualifications

• Experience dealing with the public face‑to‑face.
• Experience in security, patrols or enforcing regulations.
• Experience in enforcement or regulatory duties.
• Full UK driving licence or access to transport.

Responsibilities

• Carry out patrols of parks, open spaces, cemeteries and council sites.
• Promote responsible behaviour and enforce by‑laws and regulations.
• Identify and report antisocial behaviour, vandalism and littering.
• Record incidents and maintain inspection and safety records.
• Coordinate with PSNI and partner agencies as required.
• Open/close buildings and carry out security checks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Report writing

Teamwork

Health & safety

Decision making

Reliability

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular patrols of parks, open spaces, cemeteries and other designated council sites.
• Promote responsible behaviour and help enforce relevant council by‑laws, dog control orders, litter regulations and alcohol restrictions.
• Identify and report antisocial behaviour, vandalism, littering, dog fouling and other issues.
• Record incidents, complete reports and maintain accurate inspection and safety records.
• Help keep parks and public areas clean, safe and accessible, including removing litter and disposing of waste appropriately.
• Open and close designated buildings and facilities, carry out security checks and liaise with the relevant authorities when required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, community groups and partner agencies, including the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI).

To be considered for this role, applicants must have:

• A full, current driving licence valid in Northern Ireland, or access to suitable transport to carry out the duties of the post, subject to the requirements of the role.
• At least one year's relevant experience in each of the following areas:
• Dealing effectively with members of the public face‑to‑face.
• Working in a security role, such as carrying out patrols, opening and closing facilities, securing premises, recording incidents or liaising with relevant authorities.
• Working in an enforcement or legislative role, such as enforcing rules, regulations, dog control requirements, litter regulations or alcohol restrictions.

Applicants must provide personal, specific examples of their relevant experience on the application form.

Skills and Attributes

• Customer service: A professional, approachable manner and a commitment to providing good customer care.
• Communication: The ability to communicate effectively with the public, colleagues, community groups and external agencies.
• Report writing: The ability to record incidents, accidents, inspections and antisocial behaviour clearly and accurately.
• Teamwork: The ability to work effectively with colleagues and contribute to shared objectives.
• Health and safety awareness: An understanding of personal responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
• Decision-making: The ability to assess situations, use initiative and make appropriate day‑to‑day decisions.
• Reliability: A responsible, practical approach to work, with the flexibility to undertake a varied range of duties.