Conservation Ranger NEW Center Parcs Posted today Bedford

Center Parcs group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure and tourism company in the UK is seeking a Conservation Ranger to manage and maintain the forest landscape at their Village. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of wildlife, be enthusiastic, and possess strong communication skills for interacting with guests. Key responsibilities include landscape maintenance, assisting with forest management, and adhering to health and safety standards. This role offers a pay rate of £13.47 per hour with a flexible working schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Colleague Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme with Life Assurance

Free use of leisure facilities

Discounted Center Parcs breaks

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must have an NVQ Level 2 in Countryside and Environment or Forest Management or equivalent experience.
• A good knowledge of wildlife with a personal interest in a specific study group.
• Previous experience using agricultural, forestry and horticultural machinery.
• Full Driving Licence held for a minimum of 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Village’s grounds in accordance with the Forest Management Plan.
• Perform general landscape maintenance and assist forestry team.
• Liaise with guests daily regarding grounds maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of wildlife

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Countryside and Environment or Forest Management

Tools

Agricultural machinery

Forestry machinery

Horticultural machinery

Job description

Imagine stepping away from the desk and having 400 acres of beautiful forest as your office? The Grounds Services team is responsible for managing and maintaining the forest landscape at each of our Villages, including wildlife and biodiversity surveys. Our expert teams are extremely passionate about the natural environment at Center Parcs, which our guests love to see.

CONSERVATION RANGER | £13.47 per hour

In this role, you will maintain the Village’s grounds in accordance with the department’s Forest Management Plan, Standards of Performance and Health and Safety documents, as directed by Senior Forest Rangers and the Grounds Services Manager.

Other responsibilities will include general landscape maintenance and assisting the forestry team with the management of mature woodland areas.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, hardworking and have the ability to work alone and as part of a team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and customer service skills as you will liaise with guests on a day to day basis.

You must be prepared to attend for additional duties during periods of adverse weather conditions.

Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Woburn Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey

HOURS OF WORK

You will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.

As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis.

You may also be required to participate in the department’s call‑out rota as required.

ABOUT YOU

Essential requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 in Countryside and Environment or Forest Management or equivalent experience / prepared to undertake training
• A good knowledge of wildlife, with a specific personal interest in one study group
• Previous experience in the use of agricultural, forestry and horticultural machinery, along with a certified competency in use of pesticides
• Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months

Desirable requirements:

• Experience of nature interpretation

ABOUT THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• Access to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date: 5th January 2026

Interviews to be held: 12th January 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.