Visitor Centres Estate Warden in Brecon)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Brecon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ad Warrior Ltd is recruiting a Visitor Centres Estate Warden based at Brecon to maintain and enhance National Park grounds and perform minor building maintenance at the Visitor Centre and Craig y Nos Country Park.

You will work 37 hours a week, with a pro rata salary of £27,709–£29,071, and manage budgets, records and safety, while welcoming visitors and coordinating with staff and volunteers. Closing 4 November 2026; interview 10 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in grounds, estate or property maintenance and safe use of hand and power tools.
• Understanding of safe working practices and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to identify maintenance needs, prioritise tasks and report issues promptly.
• Ability to care for vehicles, plant, tools and PPE.
• Strong communication with colleagues, volunteers, contractors and public.
• Ability to work independently and with others on larger projects.
• Ability to maintain records, monitor expenditure and update line manager.
• Positive approach at public-facing visitor sites.

Responsibilities

• Carry out estate, grounds and property maintenance as allocated by the Commercial Manager.
• Use initiative to handle or report tasks observed during routine work.
• Ensure safe practices and compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Maintain vehicles, plant, tools and PPE.
• Contribute to cleanliness and presentation of grounds at visitor centres.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers on larger practical works.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Manage grounds maintenance budget and report to Commercial Manager.
• Welcome visitors at the National Park Visitor Centre and other sites.
• Undertake any other duty appropriate to the grade as required.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Health and safety

Record keeping

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Welsh language level 1

Relevant horticulture/grounds management qualification

Tools

Plant equipment operation certificates

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.