Parks & Open Spaces Assistant – Flexible Working

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council; Tonbridge; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car user allowance

Job summary

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Parks Officer to join the Outdoor Leisure team. You will help oversee day-to-day management of parks and open spaces across the southern part of the borough, support the Grounds Maintenance Contract, site inspections and improvement projects.

This permanent full-time role is 37 hours per week with flexible/home working options, and includes a car user allowance up to £1,239 per annum to support travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monitoring the Grounds Maintenance Contract across the south of the borough.
• Support the day-to-day operation of parks, open spaces, sports grounds, play areas, and horticultural sites.
• Assist in the operation of Tonbridge Cemetery, including undertaking internments under supervision.
• Help inspect and manage the Council's tree stock in accordance with health and safety requirements and Tree Safety Strategy.
• Respond to enquiries from residents, Councillors, and other stakeholders.
• Support the delivery of capital projects and site development schemes.
• Liaise with sports organisations, community groups, contractors, and other partners.
• Attend site visits, meetings, and team briefings as required.
• Assist with collecting and collating information for budget and project planning purposes.

Job description

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Parks Officer to join the Outdoor Leisure team. You will help oversee day-to-day management of parks and open spaces across the southern part of the borough, support the Grounds Maintenance Contract, site inspections and improvement projects.

This permanent full-time role is 37 hours per week with flexible/home working options, and includes a car user allowance up to £1,239 per annum to support travel.