Permanent full-time role managing woodland and countryside sites in Sheffield and leading a field team. Part of the Parks and Countryside service, with volunteers, contractors and partners involved.
Sheffield City Council is looking for a Woodland & Countryside Manager. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Sheffield paying £48,738 to £53,051 a year. Applications close on Sunday 22 November 2026.
About the role
Manages woodland and countryside sites across a third of Sheffield and line manages a team working on these sites. Based at Centre in the Park (Norfolk Park), reporting to the Parks and Public Realm Service Manager.
About Sheffield City Council
Sheffield City Council is the metropolitan council for the city of Sheffield in South Yorkshire, covering the city centre and suburbs from Hillsborough and Stocksbridge in the north-west to Mosborough in the south-east. Based at the Town Hall, it runs all local council services, including education, social care, housing, highways and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Experience in woodland/forestry and countryside sector
- Confident and organised leader
- Ability to multitask operational and strategic work
- Line management experience
What’s on offer
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Flexible working opportunities considered
- Starting salary at bottom of grade
- Payslip evidence may allow higher start
How to apply
You apply directly with Sheffield City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 22 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Sheffield City Council’s website.
