Post Ref: CC965
Please note: Internal, at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
The Green Spaces and Street Scene Service is responsible for maintaining the beautiful borough of Calderdale. This includes maintaining parks and open spaces through tasks such as grass cutting and strimming, hard and soft landscaping, fine turf care and ornamental horticulture, managing and maintaining countryside areas including Ogden Water, tree management, providing allotments, managing and maintaining children’s outdoor play areas, street cleaning such as sweeping, litter picking, emptying litter bins.
As Allotments and Asset Lettings Officer, you will play a key role in managing Calderdale Council's allotment sites and supporting the effective letting and administration of a range of Council-owned land and assets. You will be responsible for developing positive relationships with allotment tenants and leaseholders, helping to ensure that sites are well managed, accessible and contribute positively to local communities.
The role involves overseeing tenancy and lease arrangements, managing waiting lists, undertaking site inspections, responding to customer enquiries and supporting compliance with tenancy agreements, leases and relevant policies. You will also work closely with colleagues, and partner organisations to encourage good site management, resolve issues and identify opportunities to maximise the use and value of Council assets.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience of managing customer relationships, administering tenancy, lease or licensing arrangements, and dealing with a range of stakeholders in a professional and effective manner. You will be organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities whilst maintaining high standards of customer service and attention to detail.
Above all, you will share our commitment to create well-managed, sustainable and accessible green spaces, supporting thriving communities and ensuring Council-owned assets are used effectively for the benefit of Calderdale residents.
Employees of the Council enjoy a comprehensive reward and benefits package, which includes generous terms and conditions of employment and access to a wide range of retail discounts and lifestyle savings to name a few.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Gemma Beckwith on 07561 299044 or email [email protected] .
Closing Date: Sunday 20th September 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 7th and Thursday 8th October 2026
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.
If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year (unless exceptions apply) and meet the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
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