Scaffolder & Labourer — Outdoor Maintenance, Free Zoo Visits

Colchester Zoological Society; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free zoo visits

Onsite parking

Staff events

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave

Discounts on adoptions and memberships

Job summary

Colchester Zoological Society is seeking a dedicated Scaffolder/Labourer to join the Maintenance Team in Colchester. The role combines scaffold work with general labour tasks across the site, ensuring safe access for the maintenance crew and delivering diverse construction activities to high standards.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years in scaffolding, a scaffolding qualification, and matching labouring experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of scaffolding experience.
• A scaffolding qualification is essential.
• Previous labouring experience is desirable.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Supervisor to perform daily operations and tasks.
• Ensure safe access for maintenance team on site.
• Deliver construction and maintenance tasks to a high standard.
• Operate digger, dumper and front loaders as required.
• Maintain presentation of facilities and report damages.

Skills

Scaffolding experience

Groundwork experience

Labouring

Health & Safety

Time management

Education

Scaffolding qualification

Tools

Digger

Dumper

Front loader

Hand tools

Job description

Colchester Zoological Society is seeking a dedicated Scaffolder/Labourer to join the Maintenance Team in Colchester. The role combines scaffold work with general labour tasks across the site, ensuring safe access for the maintenance crew and delivering diverse construction activities to high standards.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years in scaffolding, a scaffolding qualification, and matching labouring experience.