KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES
To liaise with
Supervisor and other
team members to
perform the required
daily operations and
any construction /
maintenance tasks
deemed appropriate
- Working across the site to deliver a range of construction and maintenance
activities on time and to a high standard
- Potential work on other premises related to our business
• Construction, groundwork, demolition and labouring
• To ensure that the presentation of Colchester Zoo facilities gives the most
favourable impression at all times
• Driving digger, dumper and front loaders and possibly other company vehicles
• Providing an excellent level of customer service
• Operating hand held equipment and some heavy machinery
• Reporting any damage or vandalism to the Grounds Manager.
• To ensure all necessary and appropriate standards have been implemented
and are operating in accordance with the Company’s Health & Safety Policy
SKILLS AND
QUALIFICATIONS
- 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,
vehicles and equipment
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with the public, and colleagues
EXPERIENCE • You should have experience of construction / labouring work however full
training will be given.
WORKING HOURS: • This is a permanent full time position 5 days per week
• Normal hours will be Monday – Friday 7am – 4.30pm
• You will be expected to work at least one weekend day, public holidays and school
holidays.
• Pay rate – to be discussed at interview and subject to successful completion of a
three-month probation period.
UNIFORM: Uniform will be provided. Uniform must be worn at all times with a name
badge.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in applying, please complete the Colchester Zoo Employment application form,
Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed, do not enter ‘Refer to CV’.
Send you CV and completed Employment Application Form to hr@colchesterzoo.org
Closing date is 19th April 2023.
Please be aware that we will only process applications that include a completed application form and
CV. We do have a lot of interest in our vacancies, if you have not heard from us after four weeks
of submitting your application you should assume you have not been successful on the occasion.