Gardener

BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums); Wales; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent wildlife conservation center in North Wales is seeking a skilled Gardener to maintain gardens, woodlands, and seasonal displays. The ideal candidate will have practical gardening experience, a knowledge of plant care and pest control, and familiarity with eco-friendly practices. Staff benefits include training and development, free family admission, and discounts. Apply by sending a CV and cover letter to [e-mail] by January 22, 2026.

Benefits

Training and development

Free family admission

Uniform and staff parking

Discounts

Holiday scheme that increases with service

Qualifications

• Experience in propagation, planting, pruning, weeding, and watering.
• Familiarity with eco-friendly horticultural practices.
• Clean driving licence for tractor operation.

Responsibilities

• Implement planting and maintenance of gardens and woodlands.
• Monitor plant health and manage pests.
• Engage with visitors professionally.

Skills

Practical gardening and grounds maintenance experience

Knowledge of plant care and pest control

Ability to use horticultural tools and machinery

Excellent teamworking skills

Education

Level 2 horticulture qualification

Tools

Horticultural tools

Job description

Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoological Society of Wales

Welsh Mountain Zoo is seeking a passionate and skilled Gardener to care for our gardens, woodlands, and seasonal displays. This is a 40 hours per week role in a dynamic environment where horticultural work supports our mission to educate the public and conserve wildlife.

Responsibilities

• Propagation, greenhouse work, planting, pruning, weeding, watering, feeding, composting, and grounds maintenance
• Monitoring plant health and managing pests using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
• Maintaining woodlands, hedges, lawns, and trees safely
• Implementing eco-friendly practices such as native planting, efficient watering, and composting
• Receiving and storing horticultural deliveries
• Supporting visitor engagement through professional and helpful interaction
• Following health and safety procedures and risk assessments
• Using tools, machinery, and substances safely in line with training and COSHH guidelines

Qualifications and Skills

• Practical gardening and grounds maintenance experience including propagation, planting, pruning, weeding, watering, feeding, composting, cutting, edging, and strimming
• Knowledge of plant care, soil health, irrigation, and pest control
• Familiarity with eco-friendly horticultural practices
• Ability to use a range of horticultural tools and machinery (certification advantageous)
• Level 2 horticulture qualification (or working towards)
• Clean driving licence and ability to drive a tractor with trailer or cutting deck
• Physical fitness for outdoor work in all weather
• Basic IT skills for records and training
• Excellent teamworking skills and the ability to work independently

Why Join Us

• Work in one of North Wales’ most beautiful visitor attractions
• Be part of a passionate team supporting wildlife conservation and education
• Staff benefits include training and development, free family admission, uniform, staff parking, discounts, and a holiday scheme that increases with service

How to Apply

Please email your CV and one-page cover letter to [e-mail], outlining why you would like to join us and how you meet the criteria listed above.

Closing date: 22 January 2026

Additional Information

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BIAZA, Regent's Park, London, NW1 4RY

BIAZA's office hours are 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday. Contact outside of those times will get a response when we are next in the office.

If your enquiry is urgent and you need a response before the BIAZA office reopens, please call Jo Judge on 07593 580602. If you wish to reach one of our members, please contact them directly.

The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales number 6789783. Registered Office Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY. Registered Charity Numbers 1128168 and SC040783 (Scotland).