Noah's Ark Zoo Farm are looking to recruit an experienced, full-time, Grounds Person to join our Site Team.
Do you have a passion for the environment & conservation? Do you enjoy working outdoors? Would you like to work in a beautiful rural setting every day?
You'll be working alongside a team who are committed to high standardsof work with a strong focus on conservation and the environment, in a large award-winning zoo. With a positive can-do attitude, and great communication skills, you'll help the zoo to maintain, develop and care for over 100 acres of estate, including its gardens, enclosures, and woodlands. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a varied and fulfilling role, where new challenges and opportunities are regularly presented.
Our ideal candidate:
- You will ideally hold a National Diploma in Horticulture or Countryside Management or have equivalent work-based experience for at least 5 years, which supports this role.
- Experience of hedge trimmers, mowers, and strimmer's is desirable.
- PA1/PA6 Certificates and NPTC Chainsaw are desirable, but not necessarily a limiting factor.
This is a full-time position, working a 40-hour week (including one working weekend every six weeks and some bank holiday working).
A full, valid manual driving licence is essential, with towing experience and tractor driving experience desirable.
Salary is subject to experience
To apply:
Please email us your CV and a covering letter, your cover letter should provide a summary of your relevant skills and practical experience and how you best match our 'Our ideal candidate'.
Please make the subject heading of emails 'Grounds Person Application'
Closing date for applications: 20th September 2026
Please note that we may contact successful applicants before the end of the closing date.
Pay: £27,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- How many years of work-based experience do you have in this field of work?
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
