Imagine stepping away from the desk and having 400 acres of beautiful forest as your office? The Grounds Services Team is responsible for managing and maintaining our forest landscape, including wildlife and biodiversity surveys. Our expert teams are extremely passionate about the natural environment at Center Parcs, which our guests love to see.SENIOR CONSERVATION RANGER | €17.58 per hourYou will be responsible for supervising and leading the grounds team on a daily basis. Along with the Grounds Services Manager and Assistant Grounds Services Manager you will be assisting with the co-ordination of the daily and weekly works plan, ensuring all works are carried out on time, to the correct standard and in line with the company's health and safety policies.As Senior Conservation Ranger, you will need to ensure all works are also carried out in line with Environmental regulations and standards.Responsibilities will include:Assisting in the organisation and supervision of the Grounds Services team ensuring adequate staff cover to specific tasksEnsuring all equipment used by the department is maintained in a safe working conditionLeading the Ground Services team in accordance with the forestry works plan with a key outlook on habitat management and conservationWorking with and building relationships with key stakeholders, through the implementation of our Forest Management PlanManagement and development of village habitats, ensuring compliance in protection of habitats and speciesCarrying out of wildlife surveys on density and identification of new and existing species of Flora and Fauna on site and working alongside external ecologists on village projectsEnsuring all works are carried out in a timely, safe and enthusiastic manner, ensuring good interaction with guestsThis role also requires you to participate in the department's call-out rota as the senior representative of the department as required. You must be prepared to attend for additional duties during periods of adverse weather conditions.HOURS OF WORKYou will be contracted to work 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis. This means that your days and hours of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.About YouThe ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, hardworking, with the ability to work alone and as part of a team.Essential requirements:FETAC level 2 / 3 in Conservation, Ecology, Countryside management or a similar fieldA wide knowledge of wildlife, ideally with a specific personal interest in one study groupExperience of nature interpretationExperience in the use of horticultural / agricultural / forestry machineryFull clean Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 monthsDesirable requirements:Previous supervisory experienceAbout The BenefitsCenter Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:Colleague Bonus SchemePension Scheme with Life AssuranceColleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchersFree use of our leisure facilitiesDiscounted Center Parcs breaks20% discount in our restaurant and retail outletsAccess to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discountsAn Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal mattersExcellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualificationsIf this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.Closing date:22nd January 2026Interviews to be held:OngoingPlease note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.Follow us - Facebook | LinkedInAt Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.