Plant Health Officer – Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Job title:

Plant Health Officer – Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

Company

Botanic Gardens Conservation International

Job description

Fill 1crosslenseGroup 3Group 3Group 36logoGroup 23GardenSearchGardenSearchPlantSearchThreatSearchPlantSearchThreatSearchGlobalTreeSearchMain navigationOur WorkPreviousPreviousPreviousPreviousPreviousPreviousPreviousMembershipPreviousNewsPreviousResourcesPreviousPreviousPreviousPreviousAboutPreviousSupport BGCIPrevioussearchsearchBreadcrumb navigationPlant Health Officer – Royal Botanic Gardens, KewCountryUKRegionEuropeWorking hoursFull-timeContract typePermanent contractExperienceMid-senior levelThe role is that of Plant Health Officer at Kew, which is part of the Plant Health and Science Support team. The main aim of the role is to protect Kew’s Living Collection plants from the growing threats of pests and diseases, by complying with UK Plant Health legislation and designing and implementing strict biosecurity measures. Advising and training staff is an essential part of the role.The role provides support for the Head of Plant Health and Quarantine, in:

• Running and maintaining the Quarantine House
• Providing tours of the Quarantine House
• Caring for plants in the Quarantine House
• Following procedures imposed by Kew’s DEFRA Scientific Authorisation
• Providing advice to staff on biosecurity requirements and UK Plant Health legislation and their impact on bringing plant material into Kew
• Carrying out inspections of all incoming plant material and recording details
• Providing training and advice on plant health to Horticulture staff

Deadline: 08 June 2025Contract type: PermanentLocation: London, United KingdomSalary: £32,900 – £36,505 per annumBecome a MemberBe part of the largest network of botanic gardens and plant conservation experts in the world by joining BGCI today!Support BGCIYou can support our plant conservation efforts by sponsoring membership for small botanic gardens, contributing to the Global Botanic Garden Fund, and more!

Expected salary

£32900 – 36505 per year

Location

Kew, Greater London

Job date

Thu, 22 May 2025 22:45:16 GMT

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