Park Ranger

Pertemps are delighted to be working with our public sector client to recruit a Seasonal Park Ranger to support Natural Heritage services across Edinburgh.

Role: Park Ranger (Seasonal)
Location: Based at Hermitage of Braid, covering the Pentland Hills Regional Park
Hours: 36 hours per week (rota-based including weekends & shifts)
Pay Rate: £14.51 per hour
Duration: May 2026 - September 2026
Start Date: May 2026

Why This Role is a Great Opportunity

• Work outdoors in one of Edinburgh's most valued natural environments
• Play a key role in protecting and promoting the Pentland Hills Regional Park
• Engage daily with visitors and local communities
• Gain hands-on experience in conservation, visitor management and public engagement
• Full training and uniform provided

About the Role
As a Seasonal Park Ranger, your main focus will be visitor management, ensuring a visible presence across key park hotspots and promoting responsible access in line with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
You'll act as an ambassador for the park-providing guidance, ensuring safety, and helping protect the natural environment while delivering a high standard of public service.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out daily patrols across the Pentland Hills Regional Park
• Acting as a first point of contact for visitors, offering advice and guidance
• Promoting responsible access and environmental awareness
• Monitoring and reporting health & safety, maintenance and environmental issues
• Completing logs and reports on incidents, inspections and site activity
• Supporting minor maintenance tasks including litter removal and basic repairs
• Assisting with events, visitor engagement and educational activities
• Installing and maintaining signage and park information
• Liaising with community groups, partners and internal teams
• Supporting wildlife and habitat protection through monitoring and reporting

Working Pattern

• Rota-based shifts including weekends (June-September: 1 in 3 weekends off)
• Early Shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm
• Late Shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
• Day Shift: 8:30am - 4:30pm
• 3-week rota pattern (Early / Late / Off) with scheduled days off

What We're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Good level of physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in all weather
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organisational and IT skills for reporting and record keeping
• Experience working with the public

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the Pentland Hills Regional Park
• Understanding of the Scottish Outdoor Access Code
• Background in environmental, countryside or land management

What You'll Gain

• Unique outdoor working experience in a high-profile natural setting
• Valuable skills in environmental services, public engagement and safety
• Opportunity to contribute to the protection and enjoyment of Edinburgh's green spaces
• Experience working within a professional public sector environment

Apply today to be part of a team that helps protect, maintain and promote some of Edinburgh's most important natural landscapes.