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Join The Parks Trust as a Park Operations Assistant and contribute to sustaining Milton Keynes' most loved park
Overview
Salary
£12.21
Location
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
Willen Lake, managed by The Parks Trust, represents the heart of Milton Keynes offering numerous activities for everyone, perfectly combining life and greenery. This isn't just about maintaining a park, it's a commitment to building diverse, sustainable spaces for lifelong enjoyment of the local community.
Role Summary
- Perform essential park maintenance including litter picking, emptying bins, and conducting inspections.
- Ensure the upkeep of visitor and staff facilities.
- Work flexibly across seven days, including every other weekend and some bank holidays.
Role Requirements
- A friendly, flexible individual with a passion for customer service.
- Desirable, but not mandatory: full UK driving licence and first aid qualification.
- Beneficial: experience in risk assessment or knowledge of countryside/landscape management.
Application Process Details
- Apply online through the provided Cezanne link on our website.
- Deadline: March 6, 2026.
- For more information or assistance, contact: recruitment@theparkstrust.com.
Willen Lake is Milton Keynes’ most popular park, offering a variety of activities both on and off the water for families and individuals alike. Managed by The Parks Trust, an independent charity, we oversee more than 6,000 acres of parkland and green spaces in Milton Keynes. Our mission is to maintain beautiful, diverse, and sustainable parks that will be cherished by the Milton Keynes community indefinitely.
The Role: As a Park Operations Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that Willen Lake remains a pristine and welcoming environment for all visitors. Your responsibilities will include litter picking, emptying bins, and conducting inspections to maintain the cleanliness and order of the park. Additionally, you will be tasked with the upkeep of visitor and staff facilities, including toilets and changing rooms. This position requires flexibility to work shifts across a 7-day operation, typically between 7am and 10pm, and includes working every other weekend and some bank holidays.
Job Requirements: We are seeking an outgoing and flexible individual who is passionate about delivering excellent customer service. While a full UK driving licence and a first aid qualification are desirable, they are not mandatory. Experience in risk assessment or knowledge of countryside/landscape management would be beneficial.
Benefits: Working at Willen Lake and The Parks Trust, you will be part of a team dedicated to the care and improvement of local community spaces. You will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful environment and contribute to the enjoyment of thousands of visitors each year.
Application Details: Interested candidates should apply online through our website using the provided Cezanne link. Please ensure your application is submitted by the closing date, Friday, March 6, 2026.
The Parks Trust is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background. If you require additional support with your application or further information, please contact [email removed - click apply for more details].
