Based in the heart of Warwickshire, the beautiful district of Stratford-on-Avon is, without doubt, one of the most scenic and historical regions in the UK. Stratford-on-Avon District Council’s headquarters are located in William Shakespeare country, where you will find thriving market towns which are a wonderful tourist destination for millions of visitors each year from across the globe.
What to Expect:
The Council’s Environmental and Operational Services Team are looking for a Green Spaces Officer to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team. As Green Spaces Officer, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the delivery and implementation of high quality public open spaces, that we can be proud of, across the District. You will use your positive, can-do attitude to make things happen and ensure that public open space provision during the construction process and maintenance period prior to transfer complies with agreed standards.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities (Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details):
- Work alongside developers, contractors and planning officers to oversee the delivery and implementation of high quality public open spaces across the District.
- Assist in securing compliance with legal obligations and planning conditions relating to public open space provision.
- Advise key stakeholders and guide applicants in producing detailed public open spaces and green infrastructure in planning layouts.
- Lead on the preparation, monitoring and review of public open space policies and strategies.
What You’ll Need (Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details):
- A passion for and expertise in, landscaping, planning, or environmental management.
- Strong knowledge of horticultural principles and practices.
- Driven, with a positive approach to problem solving and innovation.
- Strong People skills, with the ability to build excellent relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders and contractors.
- Effective communicator with the ability to engage with audiences at all levels.
So Why Us?
We at Stratford-on-Avon District Council are proud to provide public services to residents, businesses and visitors across this magnificent region, which is a great place to live, work and visit. By choosing to work for us, you will join a great organisation, full of passionate and skilled people all working towards the same goal, to provide high-quality frontline services. You will find great opportunities to further your career, in a supportive and nurturing environment. So come and join the SDC family and play your part in our future!
In addition to an open and friendly environment, you will enjoy an excellent benefits package including a minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, hybrid working, flexi-time scheme, Health Cash Plan Scheme and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
The Council has embraced hybrid working with the post holder expected to spend a minimum of 40% of their hours in our office, located in Stratford-upon-Avon with the option to work the remainder from home.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact Craig Bourne, Environmental and Operational Services Manager on 01789 260650 or craig.bourne@stratford-dc.gov.uk
Applications will close on Sunday 29 September 2024
Interviews will be held week beginning 7 October 2024
