Zookeeper & Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Crawley; Crawley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits package

Learning and development programme

Job summary

Tilgate Zoo, operated by Crawley Borough Council, is seeking a motivated zookeeper with maintenance experience to join the team at Tilgate Park in Crawley. You will help maintain enclosures, assist with grounds care and contribute to woodwork and general repairs while supporting animal welfare and visitor experience.

You should have practical skills in tools and a relevant qualification, and be prepared for a weekend/shift pattern with enhanced pay where required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or equivalent.
• Practical skills with hand and power tools are preferred.
• Experience in maintenance and grounds care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and grounds care across enclosures and site.
• Woodwork, fence maintenance, painting and woodstaining.
• General repairs and gardening and grounds maintenance.
• Support visitor experience and enclosure design with care for animal welfare.
• Uphold health and safety standards in all tasks.
• Work as part of a small team reporting to zoo management.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Animal care knowledge

Education

DMZAA or equivalent

Tools

Woodworking tools

Job description

Tilgate Zoo, operated by Crawley Borough Council, is seeking a motivated zookeeper with maintenance experience to join the team at Tilgate Park in Crawley. You will help maintain enclosures, assist with grounds care and contribute to woodwork and general repairs while supporting animal welfare and visitor experience.

You should have practical skills in tools and a relevant qualification, and be prepared for a weekend/shift pattern with enhanced pay where required.