Wiltshire Council
Countryside Access Officer
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Salary: £37,280 - £39,152 per annum
Hours per week: 37 hours
Fixed term: 12 months
Interview date: Week commencing Monday 10 August 2026
We are looking for a Countryside Access Officer to help manage and maintain Wiltshire’s countryside sites and public rights of way. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will work both independently and as part of a local team to ensure safe, high-quality access for the public.
- Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of paths, signage, gates, bridges, and other access features, ensuring they are safe, accessible, and free from obstruction.
- Take enforcement action and work with landowners and occupiers to resolve issues and meet legal responsibilities.
- Contribute to improvement projects that support local communities and enhance access for people with disabilities.
- Collaborate with volunteers, community groups, and partner organizations.
- Plan and supervise practical work, provide training, and ensure safe working practices on site.
- Manage contractors, respond to public enquiries, and support the delivery of countryside events and activities.
Requirements:
- Experience in countryside or access management.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and practical maintenance techniques.
- Confident in communicating with a wide range of people and able to negotiate balanced outcomes.
- Good administrative and IT skills, including mapping systems.
- Ability to work outdoors in rural locations.
This role requires flexibility, including occasional evening and weekend work, and a high level of physical fitness.
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Wiltshire Council is a friendly, welcoming place to work, with a 'One Council' ethos. Find out more about Our Identity, staff networks, and employee benefits here.
Our hybrid working model means office staff are on site for at least half their hours, community-based staff carry out at least half their admin time in a workplace, and customer-facing roles work entirely from their service location.
We are committed to creating a workplace where positive relationships thrive and everyone feels engaged, supported, and able to do their best. We do not tolerate discrimination, bullying, or harassment. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust, and respect, guided by our vision and Our Identity.
Contact details
Paul Bollen, Area Manager, paul.bollen@wiltshire.gov.uk, or 01225 712 815.
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- Statement of commitment to equality and inclusion: https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/equality-diversity-public-sector-duty
- Disability Confident Employer: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-2-disability-confident-employer
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