Public Rights of Way Network Survey & Technical Support Officer

Overview

Salary: £26,393 - £27,713 per annum

Contract type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: East Brabourne, United Kingdom

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified candidate looking for the opportunity to take the first step in a career in public rights of way and countryside access.

The Public Rights of Way and Access Service is responsible for the recording, protection, maintenance and improvement of Kent’s 6900 km of footpaths, bridleways and byways in the ‘Garden of England’. The network provides unparalleled access to Kent’s countryside and is vital in supporting the rural economy, tourism and health as well as access to amenities and services.

With hybrid working and an office location based at our rural Brabourne Office, near Ashford you will be part of a supportive, dedicated, and enthusiastic team. This entry level role provides technical, survey, business and administrative support to the Public Rights of Way & Access Service to ensure effective and efficient customer service, service delivery and development.

Responsibilities

The post carries a high-volume workload. You will:

  • display excellent organisation and communication skills
  • be able to prioritise and manage your time effectively
  • represent the service in an authoritative, helpful and confident manner
  • work closely with the general public, landowners, and other agencies
  • have excellent IT skills, preferably including the use of Geographical Information Systems

You will be required to work outside as well as in, in all weathers. You will often be working in remote locations on your own around Kent and therefore this role is subject to holding a Full UK Driving Licence. The Council is committed to making reasonable adjustments so whilst this job requires the jobholder to drive your application will still be considered if you are unable to drive due to a disability.

Benefits

  • an excellent local government pension scheme
  • flexible working
  • a generous holiday entitlement of 28 days (raising to 30)
  • training and career development opportunities
  • access to a range of local and national discounts and cashback through our Kent Rewards website

This post is considered by KCC to be a customer-facing position. The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The appropriate standards are set out in the Job Description/Person Specification.

Contact and application

Contact Details: For further information about the above role please contact Andrew Hutchinson at 03000 418185 or andrew.hutchinson@kent.gov.uk

Closing date: 8 October 2025.

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