Parks Engagement Co-ordinator

Manpower; Bromley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grounds maintenance provider in Bromley is looking for a Parks Engagement Co-ordinator to enhance community collaboration and manage local park initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating volunteers in horticulture/conservation, strong stakeholder management skills, and excellent communication abilities. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a variety of benefits supporting wellbeing and personal growth.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave

Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge in coordinating community groups or volunteers in horticulture/conservation.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with excellent communication.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage volunteers and community groups to maintain local parks.
• Develop and manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Collaborate on biodiversity conservation and community projects.

Skills

Coordinating community groups or volunteers

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Strong IT skills

Knowledge of Bromley parks

Tools

Microsoft Office

Graphic design tools (e.g. Canva)

Job description

Parks Engagement Co-ordinator

Location: Office-based in Orpington, with frequent travel across Bromley Borough
Salary: £35,000 to £37,000
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, with occasional evenings and weekends for meetings, events and volunteer days

Please be advised that applications for this position will close on 19 January 2026, and interviews are scheduled to take place during the week commencing 9 February 2026.

About the role

As a Parks Engagement Co‑ordinator, you will join our client's Parks Development Team in the London Borough of Bromley, representing the Borough through the idverde contract, supporting and managing volunteers and community groups to keep local parks thriving.

The core mission is to develop, strengthen, and manage relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. It offers a chance to make an impact on the local environment through field work, community collaboration, fundraising, and biodiversity conservation. If you're passionate about horticulture, conservation, stakeholder relationships, and community projects, this might be the position for you!

Requirements

• Experience and knowledge in coordinating community groups or volunteers in the horticulture/conservation industry.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Keen attention to detail and great organisational skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and graphic design tools (e.g. Canva).
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Knowledge of Bromley parks and green spaces would be highly beneficial.

Desirable

• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent health & safety.
• Experience or certification in fundraising.
• Knowledge of Green Flag award standards or similar schemes.

Why join idverde?

As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, idverde nurtures a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive.

What they offer

• Career advancement and development opportunities through bespoke apprenticeship programmes, extensive in‑house training academy, and coaching and mentorship.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace collaboration.
• Contribute to projects making a real difference in the community and environment.
• Wide-ranging benefits package prioritising wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times.

Benefits

• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave.
• Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more.
• Competitive pension scheme and resources to manage finances.
• Colleague of the month and annual awards.
• Two days per year to support a cause of your choice.
• Comprehensive resources and support.

About idverde

We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation. In the UK alone, we have over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. With a turnover of £250 million, we offer services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK.

Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all.