Visitor Centres Estate Warden

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park; Brecon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park is seeking an Estate Warden to maintain grounds and assist with small-scale maintenance at the visitor centres in Brecon. The role involves safe use of tools, budget awareness and contributing to a welcoming visitor experience.

The post requires a full driving licence, the ability to travel between sites, and Welsh language Level 1. The role is based at the National Park Visitor Centre and Craig y Nos Country Park.

Qualifications

• Practical grounds, estate or property maintenance experience.
• Safe use of hand and power tools with health and safety awareness.
• Identify maintenance needs and prioritise tasks.
• Care for vehicles, plant, tools and PPE; carry out routine checks.
• Communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and the public.
• Full driving licence and ability to travel between sites.
• Welsh Language Level 1 is required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out practical estate, grounds and property maintenance as allocated.
• Use initiative to report or address tasks observed during work.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in all activities.
• Maintain records of work carried out and budget monitoring.
• Contribute to welcoming visitors at the National Park centres.
• Support larger practical works with staff and volunteers.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Health & safety

Vehicle/tools care

Record keeping

Public interaction

Driving licence

Welsh language L1

Education

Horticulture / grounds maintenance qualification

Tools

Power tools

Plant machinery operation

Job 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.