Caretaker - Forest Maintenance Specialist

7 days ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

Job Summary

Background

Forestry Commission is a leading organization in the forestry sector, dedicated to connecting people with the nation's forests. Our strong values and shared ambition to grow the nation's forests for everyone underpin all that we do.

The North England Forest District is the largest in England, with a team of 130 staff members working together to care for 61,000 hectares of forest and 25,000 hectares of open land in Northumberland, Cumbria, County Durham, and Lancashire. We operate in some of England's most remote areas, generating significant economic and environmental benefits, and we are important stakeholders in many regional initiatives.

The North England Forest District is home to 45 Sites of Special Scientific Interest covering over 10,000 hectares and is a major contributor to nationally significant biodiversity projects supporting red squirrels, water voles, ospreys, red kites, forest rewilding, limestone woodland, and blanket bog restoration.

Our visitor offer and experience are focused on five Forest Centres: Hamsterley, Grizedale, Gisburn, Kielder, and Whinlatter. In total, the nation's forests in the North England District attract over one million visits per annum.

The Hamsterley Beat comprises 3,200 hectares of diverse woodland and forest located in County Durham, Northumberland, and Tyne & Wear, including mature mixed woodlands on the urban fringe at Chopwell and conifer-dominated upland forests at Slaley and Hamsterley Forest. There is a staff team of full-time equivalent roles, supported by volunteers and on-site business partners.

Hamsterley forest is an important regional outdoor recreation destination, with visitor numbers growing year on year and the potential to reach 300,000 in the next five years. The site is popular with families who enjoy our play offer and family campaign trails, and mountain bikers who benefit from a strong intermediate offer and the advanced offer at the Descend Bike Park. The forest also hosts a weekly Parkrun event, plus many other activities and cultural events. We are currently developing plans to refresh the visitor offer with a new visitor centre, café, and bike hire, plus working with Forest Holidays to introduce overnight stays in the forest.

Job Description

We are a passionate team who love to share our enthusiasm and make a positive difference to our visitor experience.

Together, we are using our expertise to grow the nation's forests for everyone. We are adapting our landscape for tomorrow, creating amazing places and experiences for you to enjoy. We are providing vital homes for wildlife, making our air clean to breathe, and producing sustainable timber.

As a caretaker, you will be outgoing, dynamic, problem-solving, and passionate about day-to-day maintenance and minor repairs.

You will work as part of the Hamsterley Recreation Team to manage and maintain buildings and facilities to give the best possible visitor experience and customer service.

Your work pattern will be annualized hours working at least one weekend day a week and more days in the holidays (averaging 12 hours per week).

The post will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day maintenance and minor repairs on buildings and facilities, including:

  • Visitor Centre Maintenance: minor repairs and booking contractors when larger repairs are needed.
  • ANPR daily checks on cameras and pay stations: minor repairs and booking engineers and replacement parts when needed.
  • Toilets and Sewerage Works: ensuring they are working, undertaking minor defect repairs, and booking contractors for larger repairs.
  • Cleaning, litter removal, waste monitoring, and recycling.
  • Vegetation management around Visitor Centre: removing weeds, trimming hedges.
  • Formal Inspections: play equipment, natural play areas, visual building inspections.

Person Specification

Essential Experience

  • Proven experience in buildings maintenance.
  • GCSE (Grades A-C or 4 and above) or equivalent in Maths and English.

Desirable Experience

  • Problem-solving.
  • Communication.
  • IT.

Qualifications

GCSE (Grades A-C or 4 and above) or equivalent in Maths and English.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

  • Delivering at Pace
  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Seeing the Big Picture

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £24,323, Forestry Commission contributes £7,046 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
  • Learning and development tailored to your role.
  • An environment with flexible working options.
  • A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
  • A with an average employer contribution of 27%.

  • Hamsterley Forest Caretaker

    7 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

    Job SummaryBackgroundForestry Commission is a leading organization in the forestry sector, dedicated to connecting people with the nation's forests. Our strong values and shared ambition to grow the nation's forests for everyone underpin all that we do.The North England Forest District is the largest in England, with a team of 130 staff members working...

  • Hamsterley Forest Caretaker

    5 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

    Job SummaryBackgroundForestry Commission is a leading organization in the forestry sector, dedicated to connecting people with the nation's forests. Our strong values and shared ambition to grow the nation's forests for everyone underpin all that we do.The North England Forest District is the largest in England, with a team of 130 staff members working...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Caretaker - Estate Maintenance SpecialistCRA GROUP LIMITED's Estate Maintenance Service plays a vital role in Housing Management's ambition to create and maintain a safe community, supporting the health and wellbeing of residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high standard of cleanliness to internal elements of residential buildings, including external areas...

  • Forest Maintenance Technician

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

    Job OverviewThe Forestry Commission is in search of a dedicated Woodland Operations Specialist to join our team. This role involves working within the East England Forest District, primarily focusing on the management and maintenance of forested areas. The position is based in a dynamic environment, where tasks will be carried out in various woodland...

  • Forest Assessment Officer Pool Specialist

    5 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forest Management Branch Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Forest Assessment Officer Pool SpecialistLocation: Manjimup, Bunbury or Kensington, Western AustraliaJob Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full TimeSalary: $70,432 - $75,516 or $79,156 - $84,977 plus 11% SuperannuationJob SummaryThe Forest Management Branch is seeking a highly...

  • Forest Assessment Officer Pool Specialist

    7 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forest Management Branch Full time

    Job DescriptionJob Title: Forest Assessment Officer Pool SpecialistLocation: Manjimup, Bunbury or Kensington, Western AustraliaJob Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full TimeSalary: $70,432 - $75,516 or $79,156 - $84,977 plus 11% SuperannuationJob SummaryThe Forest Management Branch is seeking a highly...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    1 day ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Job Summary:CRA GROUP LIMITED is seeking a skilled and dedicated Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Housing Management department, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and healthy community/estate for our residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high standard of cleanliness to internal elements of...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    1 day ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Job Summary:CRA GROUP LIMITED is seeking a skilled and dedicated Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Housing Management department, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and healthy community/estate for our residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high standard of cleanliness to internal elements of...

  • Forest Operations Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

    Job OverviewThe Forestry Commission is in search of a dedicated Forest Operations Specialist to join our team within the East England Forest District. This role is primarily based in a picturesque forest environment, where you will engage in various forestry tasks that contribute to the health and sustainability of our woodlands.Working HoursThe standard...

  • Caretaker - Maintenance Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Morgan Hunt Recruitment Full time

    We are seeking a skilled and experienced Caretaker to join our team at Morgan Hunt Recruitment on a temporary basis. The position will be based in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.As a Caretaker, you will be responsible for carrying out various duties, including:General Building Maintenance: Ensuring the upkeep and repair of buildings and...

  • Estate Maintenance Specialist

    6 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Estate Maintenance Specialist to join our team at Hays Specialist Recruitment. As an integral part of our Estates team, you will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and safety of our university estate in West London.Key Responsibilities:Carry out daily cleaning tasks, including lifts,...

  • Estate Maintenance Specialist

    5 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Estate Maintenance Specialist to join our team at Hays Specialist Recruitment. As an integral part of our Estates team, you will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and safety of our university estate in West London.Key Responsibilities:Carry out daily cleaning tasks, including lifts,...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    1 day ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Job Summary:CRA GROUP LIMITED is seeking a skilled Caretaker to join our team in providing a high-quality caretaking service on our housing estates. As a key member of our Housing Management team, you will play a vital role in creating and maintaining a safe community/estate to support the health and wellbeing of residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    1 day ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Job Summary:CRA GROUP LIMITED is seeking a skilled Caretaker to join our team in providing a high-quality caretaking service on our housing estates. As a key member of our Housing Management team, you will play a vital role in creating and maintaining a safe community/estate to support the health and wellbeing of residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high...

  • Forest Management Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

    Position OverviewThe Forestry Commission oversees an extensive public forest estate, encompassing a diverse range of habitats and landscapes that are crucial for biodiversity and conservation efforts.This role focuses on the management of mixed woodlands, contributing to the restoration of ancient woodlands and the enhancement of various ecosystems. The...

  • Forest Management Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forestry Commission Full time

    Position OverviewThe Forestry Commission oversees a vast expanse of public woodlands and national parks, contributing significantly to timber production and biodiversity conservation.Our mixed woodlands yield approximately 100,000 m3 of timber annually, with a substantial portion being hardwood. The land management team is dedicated to habitat restoration,...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    6 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Job Summary:CRA GROUP LIMITED is seeking a skilled and dedicated Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Housing Management department, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and healthy community/estate for our residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high standard of cleanliness to internal elements of...

  • Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist

    5 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom CRA GROUP LIMITED Full time

    Job Summary:CRA GROUP LIMITED is seeking a skilled and dedicated Caretaker - Estate Maintenance Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Housing Management department, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and healthy community/estate for our residents.Key Responsibilities:Ensure a high standard of cleanliness to internal elements of...

  • Design and Technology Specialist

    3 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forest Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Design and Technology Specialist to join our thriving and forward-thinking department at Forest. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the preparation of materials, resources, and equipment needed for teaching and learning.Key Responsibilities:Support the maintenance...

  • Design and Technology Specialist

    3 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Forest Full time

    Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Design and Technology Specialist to join our thriving and forward-thinking department at Forest. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting the preparation of materials, resources, and equipment needed for teaching and learning.Key Responsibilities:Support the maintenance...