Green Space and Street Scene Officer
Erewash Borough Council
Ilkeston, Derbyshire
•2 hours ago
•No application
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Green Space and Street Scene Officer
Directorate: Environmental and Community Services
Department: Operational Services
Salary: Grade F - £34,434 to £38,220 per year, £17.85 to £19.81 per hour
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Merlin House, Merlin Way, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 4HU
Join Erewash Borough Council as a Green Space and Street Scene Officer
Are you passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces? Do you thrive in a role where community impact, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence come together? Erewash Borough Council is seeking a proactive and reliable Green Space and Street Scene Officer to join our Environmental and Community Services team.
About the Role
As a key member of our team, you’ll help shape and maintain the borough’s green spaces and street scenes - ensuring they’re safe, beautiful, and responsive to residents’ needs. You’ll step in for the Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor when needed, ensuring seamless service delivery across Erewash.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing expert horticultural advice on planting, landscaping, and green space maintenance.
• Leading projects in parks like Victoria Park, West Park, and Pewit Coronation Meadows.
• Collaborating with the Communications team on new landscaping and play area developments.
• Reviewing and improving the design and location of green facilities.
• Allocating resources to maintain cost-effective, high-quality services.
• Inspecting and maintaining parks, play areas, and open spaces - including Green Flag sites and natural habitats under our Wild About Erewash initiative.
• Preparing tender documents and monitoring contractor performance.
• Engaging with residents, volunteers, and environmental groups to support local campaigns and initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone with:
• Proven experience in landscape design, amenity horticulture, parks, or street scene operations - ideally within a local authority.
• HND / degree in horticulture, landscape design or an appropriate subject.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• The ability to stay calm under pressure and juggle multiple priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Benefits of Working for Us
At Erewash Borough Council, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, community, and sustainability. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents while helping shape the borough’s green future. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to the VIVUP employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme
Apply today and help us keep Erewash blooming!
The closing date for applications is Friday, 5th December 2025 at midnight.
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Scott Buxton, Green Space and Street Scene Manager on 0115 9072311
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.
You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
Please note: This role is only open to applicants who already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
For further information about working for Erewash Borough Council and how to apply for this job please visit our website at https://www.erewash.gov.uk/jobs-section/jobs.html
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP, Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.
Directorate: Environmental and Community Services
Department: Operational Services
Salary: Grade F - £34,434 to £38,220 per year, £17.85 to £19.81 per hour
Contract Status: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Merlin House, Merlin Way, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 4HU
Join Erewash Borough Council as a Green Space and Street Scene Officer
Are you passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable outdoor spaces? Do you thrive in a role where community impact, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence come together? Erewash Borough Council is seeking a proactive and reliable Green Space and Street Scene Officer to join our Environmental and Community Services team.
About the Role
As a key member of our team, you’ll help shape and maintain the borough’s green spaces and street scenes - ensuring they’re safe, beautiful, and responsive to residents’ needs. You’ll step in for the Green Space and Street Scene Supervisor when needed, ensuring seamless service delivery across Erewash.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Providing expert horticultural advice on planting, landscaping, and green space maintenance.
• Leading projects in parks like Victoria Park, West Park, and Pewit Coronation Meadows.
• Collaborating with the Communications team on new landscaping and play area developments.
• Reviewing and improving the design and location of green facilities.
• Allocating resources to maintain cost-effective, high-quality services.
• Inspecting and maintaining parks, play areas, and open spaces - including Green Flag sites and natural habitats under our Wild About Erewash initiative.
• Preparing tender documents and monitoring contractor performance.
• Engaging with residents, volunteers, and environmental groups to support local campaigns and initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone with:
• Proven experience in landscape design, amenity horticulture, parks, or street scene operations - ideally within a local authority.
• HND / degree in horticulture, landscape design or an appropriate subject.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• The ability to stay calm under pressure and juggle multiple priorities.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Benefits of Working for Us
At Erewash Borough Council, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, community, and sustainability. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of residents while helping shape the borough’s green future. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:
• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years’ continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to the VIVUP employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme
Apply today and help us keep Erewash blooming!
The closing date for applications is Friday, 5th December 2025 at midnight.
For more information about this exciting opportunity please contact Scott Buxton, Green Space and Street Scene Manager on 0115 9072311
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.
You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.
Please note: This role is only open to applicants who already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
For further information about working for Erewash Borough Council and how to apply for this job please visit our website at https://www.erewash.gov.uk/jobs-section/jobs.html
Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP, Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk
If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.
The Council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.
The Council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.
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