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 the forest landscape at each of our villages, including wildlife and biodiversity surveys. Our expert teams are extremely passionate about the natural environment at Center Parcs, which our guests love to see.FOREST RANGER (fixed-term) | €15.01 per hourIn this role, you will support the Grounds Services Manager in the effective management and supervision of the development in accordance with Company and legislative requirements.You will actively promote conservation aspects, support the Senior Forest Rangers with key tasks and help develop and maintain an effective working team.Other responsibilities will include:Ensuring that all equipment is maintained in a safe working conditionMaintenance of ornamental landscaping, weeding, pruning and bark mulchingMaintenance of interior landscaping as requiredGrass managementForestry work; including thinning operation and habitat creationWaterway managementPlease note that this role will involve working outdoors during periods of adverse weather conditions.Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your JourneyHOURS OF WORKPlease note this is a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2026.You 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.You may also be required to participate in the department's call-out rota as required.ABOUT YOUEssential requirements:FETAC level 2/3 or equivalent in a recognised horticultural or forestry disciplinePrevious experience in the use of agricultural, forestry and horticultural machinery, along with certified competency in use of pesticidesFull Driving Licence, held for a minimum of 6 monthsDesirable requirements:A good knowledge of natural history and have an interest in nature conservationPrevious experience within the horticultural or forestry profession at a craftsman levelABOUT 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: 8th December 2025Interviews 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.