Grounds & Maintenance Warden

About the Role

WWT Washington is an urban oasis on the banks of the river Wear. A mosaic of man‑made wetlands and supporting habitats, our site is perfectly placed to connect people with the nature on their doorstep.

You will undertake practical aspects of maintaining our site: groundworks, vegetation management, equipment and infrastructure maintenance and repair, and making sure our site provides a great and safe visitor experience. Cross‑departmental working is at the heart of our operation and your role will see you operate under the direction of the reserve manager and work across our grounds and zoo animal areas as required.

This is an annualised hours contract based on an average of 30 hours per week. Salary will be paid in equal monthly payments.

• A current driving licence is required to operate Trust maintenance vehicle.
• Competence in management of vegetation to include grassland, scrub and small trees using a range of hand tools and powered machinery.
• Proactive and able to carry out tasks with a minimum of supervision or independently under direction.
• Able to undertake and accurately record equipment maintenance and usage.
• Excellent self‑management skills with ability to work independently, using own initiative and being flexible and adaptable.
• Ability to understand “what good looks like” and apply it to role.
• Able to work in a team of staff and volunteers in a positive, value‑led way which builds positive relationships across departments.
• Able to reflect the team inclusive and welcoming tone through ad hoc interactions with visitors and the public.

• Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands and our world.
• Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people.
• 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want.
• Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family.
• Free car parking and secure bike storage areas.
• Colleague discount on shopping and memberships.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life Assurance of three times your salary.
• Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from our Employee Assistance Programme.

WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications from candidates who meet the required skills and experience. We therefore encourage early applications.

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