Natural Environment Specialist Operative - Play Inspector

“Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.”

Playground Inspector

Location: Prince Rock Depot, Cattedown, Plymouth

Hours: Tuesday to Friday 6.30am to 4.15pm

Join Our Team

Are you passionate about creating safe, welcoming spaces where children and families can play, explore and connect with nature?

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Playground Inspector to join Plymouth City Council's Natural Environment Service. This is an exciting opportunity to help maintain an improve playgrounds and outdoor recreation facilities across the city, ensuring they remain safe, accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

The Natural Environment Service

This is an exciting time to join a pioneering team delivering nationally significant environmental projects. As Britain's Ocean City, Plymouth is home to internationally important marine habitats, vibrant parks and green spaces, and a thriving natural environment. Through our playgrounds and recreation facilities, we help thousands of residents and visitors connect with nature, improve wellbeing, and enjoy the outdoors.

About The Role

As a Playground Inspector, you will play a vital role in ensuring Plymouth's play areas are safe, compliant and well maintained. You will undertake routine inspections, identify defects and hazards, assess risks, and repairs to keep playground equipment and associated facilities in excellent condition.

Working across the city, you will help deliver high-quality outdoor spaces that support play, physical activity and community wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out operational inspections of playground equipment and associated facilities.
• Identify defects, hazards and maintenance requirements.
• Record inspection findings accurately using digital management systems.
• Ensure urgent safety issues are addressed promptly.
• Liaise with contractors, colleagues and members of the public.
• Support the delivery of safe, clean and welcoming play environments across Plymouth.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking someone who is practical, reliable and committed to maintaining high standards.

You Will Have

• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to assess risks and make sound decisions.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in playground repairs, parks maintenance, construction, property maintenance or a related field (desirable).
• Confidence using digital systems to record and manage information.
• A full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The opportunity to make a tangible difference to Plymouth's parks, playgrounds and public spaces.

For more information or an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Caroline Rowntree on 07890438109 or Sign in to view email.

Closing date:- Sunday 06 September 2026

Help us ensure Plymouth's playgrounds remain safe, accessible and inspiring places for children and families to enjoy. Join us in creating outstanding outdoor spaces that support healthier, happier communities.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.

“Plymouth City Council is proud to be an Age Friendly Employer. We encourage applications from talented people at every stage of their career.”