Woodland Officer (Temp)

There is currently one  fixed term contract post until 30 June 2028, subject to review.

And as young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under-represented in Belfast City Council, applications from these groups would be particularly welcome.

As part of our commitment to equality of opportunity we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. Further information can be found in the Application Pack.

Belfast City Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

To be responsible to the Senior Woodland and Recreation Officer for the provision of technical support for the management of woodland and recreation services. 

To perform such tasks and duties assigned to the post in accordance with specified time and quality targets.

To successfully engage and work in liaison with a range of key internal and external stakeholders. 

To be responsible for ensuring that projects are implemented to a professional standard, within the acquired budget and to the target deadline.

With over 1,400 staff the City and Neighbourhood Services Department delivers frontline services essential to the daily lives of Belfast residents.  This includes:

• Open Space & Street Scene – Managing parks, green spaces, and street cleansing operations.

• Neighbourhood Development & Regeneration – Overseeing community centres, health and wellbeing initiatives, active living, and community safety.

• Regulatory & City Services – Providing environmental health services, dog and pest control, port health, emergency planning, and bereavement services.

• Strategic Waste Management – Leading waste collection, recycling, and fleet management.

This department is committed to delivering customer-focused, cost-efficient, and impactful services to enhance the quality of life in Belfast.