Senior Ranger

**Senior Ranger - Riverside Country Park**
**£32,438.64**

Medway Norse have an exciting opportunity to join their Countryside and Urban Rangers Department as a Senior Ranger, based out of Rainham and the surrounding areas.

As a Senior Ranger, you will be responsible for leading the team of rangers in Medway Parks and Countryside areas. The role of a Senior Ranger encompasses a variety of duties, including; maintenance, day-to-day running, park management, health and safety, event organisation and supervision. This position will require you to conduct both hands-on and desk based activities, so pro-activity and flexibility to your workload will be ideal.
- A Qualification in countryside management ,arboriculture or related land management or experience in a similar role.
- NPTC/Lantra award in chainsaw maintenance cross cutting and small trees up to 380mm (CS30), and NPTC/Lantra award in tree felling medium sized trees (CS31)
- Experience of practical conservation work.
- Ability to work on your own initiative and part of a wider team
- Proven experience managing a team, both in regards to organising day-to-day activities and administrative duties
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Flexible approach with the ability to prioritise and problem solve.

Due to the scope of the position there is a requirement to work variable hours, including weekends / bank holidays and in the outdoors in all weathers on a shift rota basis. The shift is based on working 10 days in 14, and will be confirmed at the point of offer to the role.

**Our offer**
- Salary £32,438.64
- Sickness scheme 4+4 & Statutory Nest pension
- 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Ongoing training and development opportunities

**_Please read the attached job description and person specification to ensure you meet the criteria for the role before applying._**

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