Ranger

Caerphilly County Borough Council; Trinant; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wales is seeking two seasonal Rangers to support the day-to-day management of Cwmcarn Forest Drive. The role focuses on ensuring the area is safe and accessible for visitors. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification and experience in a similar role, along with a full UK driving licence. The position starts on March 17, 2026, and runs until October 4, 2026, offering a salary between £25,583 and £25,989 per year. The organization also provides benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Agile working patterns

Staff discount schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role, ideally in a comparable working environment.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support the full time Ranger in managing the Forest Drive.
• Ensure the land is safe, well maintained, and accessible for visitors.

Skills

Health and Safety knowledge

Driving vehicles (buggy, 4x4)

Education

Level 2 qualification (NVQ Level 2 or GCSEs)

Job description

Ranger

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 19 January 2026
• Salary: £25,583 to £25,989 per year
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 29 January 2026
• Location: Cwmcarn, Cross Keys
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: Caerphilly County Borough Council
• Job type: Temporary
• Job reference: REQ0010646

Summary

We are recruiting a Ranger at Caerphilly County Borough Council.

Working hours: 37

Contract Type: 2 x Full Time, Fixed Term Until 4th October 2026

Location: Cwmcarn Forest Drive

Team: Regeneration Services - Visitor Economy

This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization.

We pay an attractive salary of £25,583 - £25,989 and offer access to training and development opportunities.

Two seasonal Rangers are required to support the full time Ranger in the day-to-day management of the Forest Drive through Main season. The primary responsibility of the post is to ensure that the land managed by the council is safe, well maintained and accessible.

The post-holders will work with the full time Ranger to maintain the destination to ensure that visitors have an excellent experience. This is an exciting role at the front line of the Team as the destination aims to grow to become one of the most outstanding tourist attractions in Wales.

The successful candidates will have experience in a similar role, ideally in a comparable working environment. The post will commence on 17th March 2026 and terminate on 4th October 2026.

Shortlisted applicants will be expected to attend an interview to be held at Cwmcarn Forest Drive Visitor Centre.

Requirements

1. Level 2 qualification on the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales. For example, NVQ Level 2 or GCSEs.
2. Working knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations.
3. Previous experience in a similar role.
4. Full UK (Category B) driving licence to drive Council vehicles. For example, buggy, 4x4.

We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.

After reading the Job Description and Person Specification on our website, if you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Tracy Hughes on 01495 272001 or email [e-mail] / Michael Owen on 01495 272001 or email [e-mail].

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This position offers an excellent opportunity to become part of our team and provide support across the organization.

We pay an attractive salary of £25,583 - £25,989 and offer access to training and development opportunities.

Two seasonal Rangers are required to support the full time Ranger in the day-to-day management of the Forest Drive through Main season. The primary responsibility of the post is to ensure that the land managed by the council is safe, well maintained and accessible.

The post-holders will work with the full time Ranger to maintain the destination to ensure that visitors have an excellent experience. This is an exciting role at the front line of the Team as the destination aims to grow to become one of the most outstanding tourist attractions in Wales.

The successful candidates will have experience in a similar role, ideally in a comparable working environment. The post will commence on 17th March 2026 and terminate on 4th October 2026.

Shortlisted applicants will be expected to attend an interview to be held at Cwmcarn Forest Drive Visitor Centre.

For the role, we ask that you have, We have excellent benefits including the Local Government Pension Scheme, agile working patterns and staff discount schemes.