Deputy Parks & Amenities Manager

Environment Journal; Borehamwood; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Borehamwood is seeking a proactive Deputy Parks & Amenities Manager to support the delivery and development of parks and open spaces. The role involves managing a team, leading contract procurement, and ensuring service improvements. Candidates should have a degree in Landscape Management or Horticulture, along with excellent communication and organisational skills. The position offers a hybrid working model, 27-32 days of annual leave, and wellness benefits, promoting a work-life balance. Apply before the closing date to secure your opportunity.

Benefits

27 – 32 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Flexi-Leave

Free gym membership

Cycle schemes

Free wellbeing benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a similar role and in managing a team.
• Knowledge of parks related legislation, policies and democratic processes.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery and development of parks and open spaces.
• Manage a team of Parks Officers and lead on contract procurement.
• Enhance and sustain green spaces.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

IT proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

HND or degree in Landscape Management or Horticulture

Job description

We are looking for a proactive Deputy Parks & Amenities Manager to support the delivery and development of the Council’s parks, open spaces, cemeteries and allotments. You will manage a team of Parks Officers, act as deputy to the Parks & Amenities Manager, and lead on contract procurement, service improvements and the development of policies. This is a varied role where you will combine operational management with strategic input to enhance and sustain our green spaces.

About You

You will have an HND or degree (or be working towards) in Landscape Management or Horticulture, with significant experience in a similar role and in managing a team. Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills are essential, along with knowledge of parks related legislation, policies and democratic processes. You will also be IT proficient, analytical, and able to deliver high-quality work under pressure. A driving licence, access to a vehicle, and flexibility to attend occasional evening or weekend meetings are required.

The post is offered on a permanent, full time basis (36 hours per week).

Benefits include:

• 27 – 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays
• Local government pension scheme
• Flexi-Leave (opportunity to accrue extra work time that can be taken off later as extra leave -up to 2 days per month)
• Free gym membership
• Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)
• Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Council offers a hybrid working model, with the option to work from home up to three days per week, subject to the requirements of the role.

Closing date: Monday 23rd February, 10am

Please note: this vacancy may close early depending on applications received, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

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This role expires 23/02/2026.