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Parks and Open Spaces Service Manager

United Kingdom, Portsmouth Employment contract 60906.00 - 68200.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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Are you passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable green spaces that enhance the lives of residents and visitors? Portsmouth City Council is seeking an innovative and driven Parks & Open Spaces Service Manager to lead the delivery of our parks and open spaces service. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of over 100 green spaces across the city including parks, playgrounds, sports pitches, countryside areas and allotments across the city, ensuring they remain safe, accessible, and inspiring for generations to come.

Job Responsibility

  • Provide strategic leadership for Portsmouth’s parks, open spaces, countryside areas, play facilities, allotments, arboriculture services and cemeteries
  • Lead a diverse team of more than 40 staff overseeing the management, maintenance and improvement of the city’s parks and open spaces
  • Oversee major capital projects
  • Manage an annual budget of approximately £2.4 million
  • Drive service improvement, sustainability and innovation
  • Build strong relationships with residents, councillors, community groups, partners and colleagues
  • Champion biodiversity, climate resilience and community engagement
  • Ensure services are delivered safely, efficiently and in compliance with statutory requirements

Requirements

  • Professional qualification and/or extensive experience in parks and open spaces management
  • Experience of managing horticulture, open spaces, heritage assets, nature conservation and habitat management
  • Highly effective communicator
  • Ability to motivate, develop and inspire a diverse team
  • Experience in contract management, procurement and the delivery of complex services
  • Specialist knowledge of the planning, development and management of outdoor recreational facilities
  • Sound understanding of relevant legislation, council policies and procedures
  • Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work-related travel

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