Zoo Maintenance Supervisor

BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums); England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lotherton Wildlife World is seeking a Zoo Maintenance Supervisor to join their management team. This role involves overseeing site maintenance and repairs while ensuring that animal enclosures and public areas are safe and well-presented. The position combines practical maintenance skills with leadership responsibilities, offering a chance to impact conservation efforts positively.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Enhanced pay for weekend and holiday work

Generous leave entitlements

Flexible working opportunities

Wide range of staff support networks

Qualifications

• Experience in general repairs and maintenance.
• Ability to coordinate maintenance tasks with a team.
• Skills in training and supporting staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site upkeep and maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate planned maintenance with the Zoo Manager.
• Maintain zoo grounds and ensure safety for animals.

Skills

Leadership

Practical skills

Landscaping

Machinery maintenance

Pest control

Job description

Lotherton Wildlife World

Yorkshire Closing date for applications is: 10th Jul 2025

This is key rolewith in Lotherton Wildlife World's managment team—helping to ensure our site remains safe, functional, and fit for purpose across a wide variety of animal enclosures, public areas, and behind-the-scenes spaces.

As our new Zoo Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll take the lead on day-to-day site upkeep, from general repairs and landscaping to machinery maintenance, pest control, and working alongside contractors. A large part of the role will also involve maintaining the zoo’s grounds and gardens—keeping pathways clear, enclosures tidy, and green spaces well-presented for visitors and safe for the animals. Your work will help keep the site looking its best all year round, while supporting welfare and conservation aims.

You’ll coordinate planned maintenance with the Zoo Manager and animal team, helping to ensure minimal disruption to daily operations, and will also support and train seasonal staff, volunteers, and work placements. This is a hands-on, outdoor role that combines practical skills with leadership and offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a visible impact every day in one of Leeds’ most unique locations.

As part of the team, you’ll benefit from:
• Access to an excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced pay for weekend, bank holiday, and overtime working
• Generous leave entitlements and flexible working opportunities
• A wide range of staff support networks and development opportunities across our varied services—from wellbeing resources to internal career progression pathways
• Being part of a forward-thinking organisation that champions inclusivity, sustainability, and employee wellbeing

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BIAZA's office hours are 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday. Contact outside of those times will get a response when we are next in the office.

If your enquiry is urgent and you need a response before the BIAZA office reopens, please call Jo Judge on 07593 580602. If you wish to reach one of our members, please contact them directly.

The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a charitable company limited by guarantee and registered in England and Wales number 6789783.Registered Office Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY. Registered Charity Number is 1128168 and SC040783 (Scotland)