Environment Ranger

Location:

Castle Point Council Offices, Kiln Road

Salary:

£29,064- £30,518 per annum (SCP 13-16)

Working Hours:

37 hours per week

Contract Type:

Permanent

Contract Duration:

Permanent

Number of Positions:

One

DBS Check:

Standard

Environment Ranger

Castle Point, Kiln Road based, working across the Borough

Full Time 37 hours

Grade 4, SCP 13 – 16, £29,064 - £30,518

Closing date: 20th May 2026

We are looking for a motivated and practical Environment Ranger to join our Environment Service, delivering a visible, responsive and community-focused service across the borough.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you will help ensure that our parks, open spaces, woodlands, cemeteries, allotments and associated facilities are safe, well-managed and welcoming for residents and visitors.

You will play a key role in protecting public safety, supporting environmental quality and biodiversity whilst working closely with contractors, colleagues and local communities.

Key Skills and abilities

The role involves carrying out routine and reactive inspections across parks, open spaces, woodlands, cemeteries, allotments, car parks and related facilities to ensure high standards of safety and service. You will identify hazards, defects, vandalism and anti-social behaviour, taking prompt action to make areas safe and arranging repairs or enforcement where needed.

The postholder will monitor contractor performance, undertake minor grounds maintenance and basic repairs, and respond to public enquiries, complaints and service requests in line with agreed standards. You’ll support emergency responses, liaise with police, emergency services and utility providers, and contribute to land management plans, quality assessments and community initiatives such as Green Flag.

The role also includes assisting with volunteer groups, community projects and events, while maintaining accurate inspection records, reports and equipment inventories using council systems.

Experience

Previous practical experience working within parks, open spaces, grounds maintenance or a similar outdoor environment is essential. Experience of dealing with members of the public, responding to complaints and working with contractors or community groups is desirable.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence.

A relevant environmental, horticultural or grounds maintenance qualification would be desirable, or a willingness to work towards one.

You must also be able to meet the physical demands of the role and be comfortable working flexibly as required.

Not only is this a great role for the right candidate but you also get some great benefits including:

• 27 days Annual leave
• FREE Gym membership

For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Lee Williams, Operations Manager –Lwilliams@castlepoint.gov.uk or 01268 882279

The successful applicant will be subject to an Standard Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

The Council is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment.

Our values: Trust, Respect, Improving and Learning, and Customer Focus

Castle Point Borough Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.