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Please note this vacancy is only available for Birmingham City Council employees that are under a S188 (Priority Movers and Lateral Movers).
Parks and Play Technical Officer
Permanent
Grade D -
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme
Working 36.5 hours per week
Birmingham City Council is seeking a dedicated Parks and Play Technical Officer to lead the delivery of safe high-quality play spaces across the city. As the UKs first accredited Nature City Birmingham is delivering its ambitious City of Nature 25-Year Plan creating greener healthier and more connected communities. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of Birminghams playgrounds parks and open spaces supporting childrens play active lifestyles and community wellbeing.
As the Councils primary play officer you will oversee a team of Playground Technicians manage inspection and maintenance programmes and ensure all sites meet rigorous safety and quality standards. You will play a key role in ensuring Birminghams play spaces remain welcoming inclusive and engaging environments that encourage children and families to connect with the citys parks and natural spaces.
The role involves coordinating health and safety compliance including conducting and organising playground and site inspections managing maintenance programmes and acting as the key contact for emergency repairs. You will work closely with suppliers contractors and community partners to deliver improvements source equipment and support the successful delivery of capital projects.
You will also contribute to the design and development of playgrounds and park infrastructure helping to create inspiring spaces that support the objectives of the City of Nature 25-Year Plan while meeting the needs of Birminghams diverse communities. The role includes identifying funding opportunities and supporting investment programmes that enhance the citys play and recreational facilities.
We are looking for someone with experience in playground maintenance or a related environment strong organisational and leadership skills and the ability to manage budgets contracts and operational programmes. You should be confident working independently engaging with stakeholders and the public and ensuring the highest standards of safety and service delivery. Knowledge of play provision parks and open space management is essential together with a commitment to excellent customer service and continuous improvement.
A valid driving licence is required and you must be willing to adapt your working hours to meet operational requirements.
Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employing retaining and developing all of our people.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments additional support accessibility needs or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
For any informal enquires please contact the Resourcing Team <>
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy Birmingham City Council here.
Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
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