Visitor Centres Estate Warden

Description:

Visitor Centres Estate Warden
Location: Brecon
Salary: Grade 4 £27,709 - £29,071 pro rata
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 4th November 2026
Interview Date: 10th November 2026
Job Purpose:
To maintain and enhance the external grounds of the National Park’s visitor-facing locations and to deliver minor maintenance of the buildings. The role will work predominantly at the National Park Visitor Centre and Craig y Nos Country Park.
Main Duties
* Carry out practical estate, grounds and property maintenance as allocated by the Commercial Manager.
* Use initiative to deal with, and/or report, tasks that appear necessary and are observed during routine work.
* Ensure safe working practices through the implementation of health and safety legislation, and encouraging good practice.
* Take responsibility for the care and maintenance of vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and personal protective clothing.
* Contribute to the cleanliness and presentation of the grounds of the National Park Visitor Centre and other allocated sites.
* Work with other National Park Authority staff and volunteers to deliver larger practical works.
* Maintain accurate records of work carried out.
* Manage the grounds maintenance budget and report to the Commercial Manager.
* Contribute to the welcome of visitors to the National Park Visitor Centre and other visitor-facing locations.
* Undertake any other duty appropriate to the grade and nature of the post, as required by the Commercial Manager.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
* Practical experience of grounds, estate or property maintenance and the safe use of appropriate hand and power tools.
* A sound understanding of safe working practices and the ability to apply health and safety requirements in practical work.
* Ability to identify maintenance needs, prioritise tasks and take appropriate action or report issues promptly.
* Ability to care for and carry out routine checks on vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
* Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, volunteers, contractors and members of the public.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively, including supporting larger practical work with staff and volunteers.
* Ability to maintain accurate records, monitor expenditure and provide clear updates to the line manager.
* A positive and helpful approach when working at public-facing visitor sites.
* Ability to undertake the practical and outdoor requirements of the role, with reasonable adjustments where applicable.
* A full current driving licence and the ability to travel between Authority sites.
* Welsh Language Level 1
Desirable Criteria
* A relevant qualification in horticulture, grounds maintenance, estate management, countryside management or related discipline.
* Experience of maintaining public parks, visitor attractions, heritage sites or other high-footfall outdoor spaces.
* Relevant certificates for the operation of plant, machinery or specialist equipment.
* First aid qualification.
* Experience of supervising or supporting volunteers.
* Experience of budget monitoring or ordering materials and services.
* Level 2 Welsh Language Skill
Note on Welsh Language Requirement
Please note: If you do not meet the Welsh language Requirements specified, then the Authority offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these requirements during your employment with us.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application