colchester Zoo is home to over 160 species and is dedicated to supporting conservation projects
around the globe. As an award-winning visitor attraction with over 1 million guests visiting each year
demonstrate commitment to continuous personal development
perform other duties as reasonably directed by the animal section’s Team
Salary
SALARY
Requirements
excellent communication and presentation skills
computer literate with excellent knowledge of the
excellent communication and
trained in manual handling
to deliver animal encounters and experiences
presentation skills to deliver animal
computer literate with excellent
including extensive experience with category 1 species
electrician
Working hours
full-time
Requirements
minimum City and Guilds 2365-02 or equivalent
punctual, hard-working and able to use own initiative
A highly motivated individual with excellent Grounds Maintenance skills
time management
excellent and clear communication skills
ability to work collaboratively within a team
to work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure environment
knowledge of Health and Safety compliance
Responsibility
you will report to the Building Services Manager and Zoo Manager
carry out a range of manual jobs around the park as requested by your line manager
carry out a range of manual jobs around the park as requested
installation of power systems; lighting; security and data systems in all buildings
check electrical systems to ensure they are all working efficiently and safely
carry out PAT testing and maintain a of record results
carry out electrical testing Certificates
attend emergency call outs for power failures around the park
train driver
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
to maintain the Road Trains and carry out both daily and weekly checks
and are operating in accordance with the Company’s Health & Safety Policy
operate the road trains in a safe manner
Requirements
punctual, hard-working, and able to use own initiative
A highly motivated individual and capable of working both independently
plumber
Working hours
full-time
Salary
salary
Responsibility
install; service and maintain various filtration systems; bio mass boilers; oil fired boiler systems
to carry out routine plumbing maintenance, repair and installation of; sanitary, drainage, heating appliances and hot and cold water services in commercial premises; animal enclosures and some domestic properties
Requirements
plumbing & Heating NVQ Level 3 with 2-3 years experience in a similar role
fulVclean driving licence
full/clean driving licence
ability to correctly complete the relevant certifications, follow agreed procedures and accurately record data and information
proven knowledge of bio mass heating systems
ability to accurately interpret technical data & drawings and instructions
gas Safe/OFTEC registered desired but not essential
experience of working in a customer focused environment within agreed performance targets
construction labourer
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
to liaise with
supervisor and other
team members to
perform the required
daily operations and
any construction /
maintenance tasks
deemed appropriate
Requirements
punctual, hard-working and able to use own initiative
A highly motivated individual with excellent Grounds Maintenance skills
time management
excellent and clear communication skills
ability to work collaboratively within a team
to work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure environment
knowledge of Health and Safety compliance
maintenance of records relating to tasks performed, timesheets, materials
supervisor
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
we are looking for a person to fill an exciting opportunity that has arisen in the Catering Team at our
award-winning zoo, East Anglia’s premier tourist attraction
as a supervisor you will contribute to the management of work flow in your department by allocating
tasks, supporting colleagues, overseeing quality of service and colleague performance and reporting to
provide general
senior managers. You will contribute to reviews and improvements in processes and service delivery
management of the
as part of our organization’s mission statement, we aim to provide guests with an excellent customer
Salary
SALARY
Requirements
performance management
time management
excellent communication skills
quality assurance
managing a resources
prioritisation and time management skills
excellent interpersonal and active listening skills
clear communication skills
gardener
Working hours
full-time
Responsibility
to liaise with
supervisor and other
team members to
perform the required
daily operations and
any construction /
maintenance tasks
deemed appropriate
Requirements
punctual, hard-working and able to use own initiative
A highly motivated individual with excellent general gardening skills
time management
excellent and clear communication skills
ability to work collaboratively within a team
to work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure environment
knowledge of Health and Safety compliance
maintenance of records relating to tasks performed, timesheets, materials