Forest Ranger NEW Center Parcs Posted today Bedford

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

Job summary

A family nature resort company in the UK is seeking a dedicated Forest Ranger to manage and maintain the forest landscapes at their location. This role involves supporting the Grounds Services Manager and promoting conservation efforts. Key responsibilities include managing forestry work and ensuring equipment safety. Ideal candidates will have a background in horticulture or forestry, experience with machinery, and a valid driving license. Competitive hourly wage and unique benefits are offered.

Benefits

Colleague Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme with Life Assurance

Discounted Center Parcs breaks

Free use of leisure facilities

20% discount in restaurants and retail outlets

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• An NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in horticultural or forestry discipline or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in the use of agricultural and forestry machinery, and competency in pesticides.
• Full Driving Licence held for a minimum of 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Support Grounds Services Manager in managing forest landscapes.
• Promote conservation aspects and support Senior Forest Rangers.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in safe working condition.

Skills

Knowledge of natural history

Experience with agricultural machinery

Competency in use of pesticides

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in horticulture or forestry

Tools

Forestry 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.

FOREST RANGER | £13.47 per hour

In this role, you will support the Grounds Services Manager in the effective management and supervision of the development in accordance with Company and legislative requirements.

You will actively promote conservation aspects, support the Senior Forest Rangers with key tasks and help develop and maintain an effective working team.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that all equipment is maintained in a safe working condition
• Maintenance of ornamental landscaping, weeding, pruning and bark mulching
• Maintenance of interior landscaping as required
• Grass management
• Forestry work; including thinning operation and habitat creation
• Waterway management

Please note that this role will involve working outdoors 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 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:

• An NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in a recognised horticultural or forestry discipline or equivalent experience / prepared to undertake training
• Previous experience in the use of agricultural, forestry and horticultural machinery, along with certified competency in use of pesticides
• Full Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 months

Desirable requirements:

• A good knowledge of natural history and have an interest in nature conservation
• Previous experience within the horticultural or forestry profession at a craftsman level

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.

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