Fill 1crosslenseGroup 3Group 3Group 36logoGroup 23GardenSearchGardenSearchPlantSearchThreatSearchPlantSearchThreatSearchGlobalTreeSearch Main navigation Our Work Previous Previous Previous Previous Previous Previous Previous Membership Previous News Previous Resources Previous Previous Previous Previous About Previous Support BGCI Previous search search Breadcrumb navigation Plant Health Officer - Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Country UK Region Europe Working hours Full-time Contract type Permanent contract Experience Mid-senior level The 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 2025 Contract type: Permanent Location: London, United Kingdom Salary: £32,900 – £36,505 per annum Become a Member Be part of the largest network of botanic gardens and plant conservation experts in the world by joining BGCI today! Support BGCI You can support our plant conservation efforts by sponsoring membership for small botanic gardens, contributing to the Global Botanic Garden Fund, and more! Botanic Gardens Conservation International. Location : Kew, Richmond upon Thames, United Kingdom