Head of Green Space

4 weeks ago


Addlestone Surrey, United Kingdom Coyles Full time

One of our local authority clients are currently recruiting for a Head of Green Space. This is a temporary contract for 2 months with possible further extension based on budget and performance.

Main Purpose of Post/Job Summary

The successful post holder will manage the Green Scene service provision for residents and communities within the Council including the in-house operational grounds maintenance service. They will be the lead person for all enquiries and complaints relating to green spaces across the borough and manage the Green Spaces service. They will also lead and develop the Green Spaces service and operational strategies with consideration to our Climate Change Strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Working with the Green Scene Supervisor management of the in-house grounds maintenance service including fine turf, grass cutting, woodland management, weed spraying, jet washing and other related activities.
  • Working with the Green Scene Supervisor and Health and Safety Manager arrange for recruitment of staff, scheduling of work, suitable training and induction of new staff.
  • Managing and resolving any enforcement issues including unauthorised encampments, encroachments, trespassing events, or unauthorised moorings on council owned land.
  • Manage and procure as necessary, all ground s maintenance, playground inspection, cemeteries, allotments and other relevant parks and green spaces contracts.
  • Project manage capital and revenue improvements and maintenance work as required and ensure adherence to timescales and budget.
  • Responsible for drafting committee reports relevant to the service and attendance at some evening committee meetings.
  • Production, review and delivery of effective operational strategies, policies, and activities including site specific operational management plans. Contribute to relevant strategic plans with respect to parks and green spaces.
  • Work with the Corporate Head of Environmental Services and Operations Manager to devise and promote a new whole systems approach to performance management incorporating key performance indicators, rotas and schedules to deliver key corporate projects and programmes within Parks and Green Spaces
  • Deliver the sustainable planting strategy for Runnymede s parks and open spaces which reflects our climate change strategy and encourages biodiversity which can be delivered by our new in-house ground maintenance team.
  • Working with colleagues lead the development of the Borough s Events function including our community events to promote the Borough and maximize income opportunities.
  • Complete monthly one to one meetings and appraisals as per the council s performance management scheme.
  • Ensure your team are thriving, that they know their objectives and the vision of the team and organisation.

The above is a brief overview of the role, details and specification will be provided should you be successful. If interested in this position, please send your CV to Jahker Miah at Coyle Personnel Ltd.

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