Gardener (Initially 12 Month Temporary Role)

7 months ago


Morpeth, United Kingdom Northumberland Zoo Full time

'''Duties'''
- We grow our own flowers and vegetables to feed our animals, we also produce our own hay. This role will be varied and include the following:

- Working as part of a small team ensuring that the Zoo grounds look their best all year round
- Growing vegetables and flowers in our poly tunnel and surrounding outdoor areas
- Landscaping, mowing, planting, strimming, weeding and groundwork
- Some DIY skills and ability to drive Zoo vehicles and operate machinery & equipment

'''Requirements'''
- Previous experience of gardening and growing vegetables with a genuine interest in gardening is essential
- Experience of handling gardening machinery and the required certificates of competence
- Previous horticultural knowledge and qualification are desirable but not essential
- Have good communication skills and time management
- No two days are the same at the Zoo and we need someone who is flexible and a team player, prepared for whatever is happening that day
- Have the ability to solve problems and adhere to health and safety guidelines
- Must be adaptable and hands on and comfortable working around animals
- You will need to be capable of using a variety of tools
- Be physically fit as this role includes a lot of walking, bending and lifting various weights
- Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including some weekends, during school holidays as well as bank holidays on a rota with the rest of the teamNote: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or modified at any time based on business needs.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract

**Salary**: £11.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Gardening: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Morpeth (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Morpeth: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person


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