Location
Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£54,000 per annum

About the Role
Around half an hour by train from central London, Dacorum Borough Council is based in Hemel Hempstead and serves the towns of Berkhamsted and Tring. Dacorum is an active, green, and ambitious area just outside the M25, with a focus on customer-centred services and flexible, hybrid working. The Neighbourhood Delivery Service plays a vital role in enhancing quality of life for residents and is central to our community services.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to take on the role of Greenspaces and Projects Manager. This varied management position involves leading teams responsible for trees, woodland, parks, and open spaces development across the borough. You will be pivotal in delivering and developing Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG) sites and will lead the implementation of the Council’s new Parking Solutions Policy and capital programme.

Additionally, you will champion biodiversity and Nature Recovery initiatives and take the lead on the Future Neighbourhoods engagement project, aimed at improving the environment for residents and local businesses. This role requires collaboration across services and with external partners to drive service improvements, efficiencies, and innovative delivery models that enhance the customer experience.

Strong people and team leadership skills, experience in site management, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders are essential. Project and programme management expertise will be key to your success. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a cleaner, greener, and safer environment for the community while fostering a progressive and collaborative organisational culture focused on service excellence.

Experience
Proven experience in delivering high-profile frontline services, managing teams, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Experience in site management and project/programme management is essential.

About you
Creative, enthusiastic, and open-minded with strong leadership skills. Able to work collaboratively across services and with partners to achieve the best outcomes for residents and service users. Committed to service improvement and customer focus.

Qualifications
Applicants must hold a valid UK driving licence. A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be conducted. Candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed. Equal opportunities employer.