Green Spaces Ranger

Esher, United Kingdom | Posted on 02/06/2026

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Job Description

3 Months Contract with Local Authority

Summary

• The Green Spaces Ranger is integral to the maintenance and enhancement of parks and green spaces within the borough. As a member of the Green Spaces Team, you will contribute to the delivery of grounds maintenance services and execute various minor works to ensure public spaces remain safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor maintenance and improvement tasks in parks and green spaces.
• Install, repair, and maintain park furniture, including benches, litter bins, signs, posts, and fencing.
• Conduct general grounds maintenance, such as vegetation clearance, shrub trimming, and weed control.
• Execute bin emptying, graffiti removal, and general cleaning tasks.
• Install memorial plaques and maintain play equipment to ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Operate power tools and machinery safely, adhering to training and health & safety protocols.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles, ensuring they are clean, safe, and operational.
• Conduct daily and periodic checks of vehicles and equipment.
• Practical, hands-on experience in maintenance or landscaping tasks.

Essential Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence (Category B).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and manage workload.
• Ability to work independently and exercise initiative.

Additional Information

• Working hours: 7.25 hours per day.
• Location: High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD, United Kingdom.
• A DBS check is required.
• A driving license is required.
• Interviews will be held at the Elmbridge Borough Council Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, KT10 9SD.
• The role operates on a bi-weekly schedule.
• The application deadline is 15th June 2026.

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