Wetland Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust; Washington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A conservation organization in the UK is seeking a Site Maintenance Worker to maintain its site and ensure a safe visitor experience. The role involves practical tasks such as groundworks and vegetation management and requires a driving license and competence with horticultural machinery. You will work independently under direction and integrate with teams and volunteers. The position offers 33 days of annual leave, free access to centers, and several benefits, aiming to restore wetlands through dedicated efforts.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Free entry to wetland centers

Colleague discount

Cycle to work scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Current driving licence for operating Trust maintenance vehicle.
• Competence in managing vegetation with hand tools and powered machinery.
• Ability to undertake and record equipment maintenance accurately.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the site, including groundworks and infrastructure repairs.
• Work across grounds and animal areas under manager's direction.

Skills

Driving licence

Vegetation management

Use of horticultural machinery

Self-management

Teamwork

Job description

A conservation organization in the UK is seeking a Site Maintenance Worker to maintain its site and ensure a safe visitor experience. The role involves practical tasks such as groundworks and vegetation management and requires a driving license and competence with horticultural machinery. You will work independently under direction and integrate with teams and volunteers. The position offers 33 days of annual leave, free access to centers, and several benefits, aiming to restore wetlands through dedicated efforts.