Deputy Parks & Amenities Manager
| Posting date: | 05 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £37,951 to £42,825 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 September 2025 |
| Location: | Borehamwood, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Hertsmere Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1108 |
Summary
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 29th September
No Agencies – Direct Applications Only
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 29th September
No Agencies – Direct Applications Only