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Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Countryside Rangers to join the team in Ipswich, Suffolk. You will join us on a full time, 37 hours per week, working pattern to include weekends and bank holidays. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £27,694 per annum (pro rata for part time or fixed term). This role is open to full time, part time, and job share applications, all of which will be assessed equally. Join our team: We are looking for two Seasonal Rangers to join our Public Realm Team, helping to protect, manage and enhance our countryside sites while ensuring they remain safe, welcoming and enjoyable for all visitors.
Job Responsibility:
Supervising and welcoming visitors to countryside sites, promoting responsible use and site rules
Carrying out practical countryside management, including vegetation management, litter picking, minor repairs and habitat improvement works
Patrolling sites on foot and travelling between locations as required
Monitoring site safety, undertaking basic risk assessments and reporting issues
Supporting biodiversity, conservation and site improvement projects
Working with colleagues, contractors and volunteers to maintain high standards across sites
Requirements:
Enjoys working outdoors and has a genuine interest in the natural environment
Has experience in practical countryside, grounds, environmental or outdoor work (or the willingness to learn)
Can communicate confidently and courteously with members of the public
Is reliable, proactive and able to work both independently and as part of a team
Holds a full, clean driving licence and is comfortable driving between sites
Has an awareness of Health and Safety at Work Act, practice and responsibility
Is computer literate with the ability to use email and mobile devices
Can maintain accurate work records
A relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) in countryside management, conservation or a related field would be desirable
Nice to have:
A relevant qualification (or equivalent experience) in countryside management, conservation or a related field
What we offer:
Generous leave entitlement (26 days a year, rising to 31 days after 5 years)
Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance Programs
Private Health Care Options
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Paid volunteering days
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements (Business needs permitting)