Current Opportunities
If there’s nothing suitable currently listed, we’d love to keep you up to date with new opportunities to join our team. To receive updates on all the latest vacancies as they arise, please sign up to our Opportunities Mailing List below:
Health & Safety Coordinator
Hertfordshire Zoo seeks a Health & Safety Coordinator to promote safety across the site. This part-time role ensures compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, supports emergency planning, and leads initiatives to reduce risks for employees, visitors, and contractors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain health, safety, and environmental policies
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with UK standards
- Monitor, audit, and report on safety practices; investigate incidents
- Lead training and emergency response drills
- Oversee safety procedures, including Safe Systems of Work and contractor safety
- Manage environmental initiatives, including waste disposal and emissions
- Conduct inspections and manage third-party testing of systems
- Support health, safety, and environmental concerns in building maintenance
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
- Full UK driving licence
- Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH)
- Experience in a health & safety role
- Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations, risk assessments, and accident investigation
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Desirable:
- Knowledge of construction/maintenance and CDM 2015
- Understanding of zoonotic disease and animal-related safety
- First Aid trained or willingness to train
For more information, email lisa.pressland@hertfordshirezoo.com with “Health & Safety Coordinator” in the subject line.
Multi-Skilled Tradesperson/General Builder Required
Would you like to apply your trade skills in a truly unique environment, surrounded by some of the world’s most beautiful, endangered animals?
Hertfordshire Zoo seeks an experienced Multi-Skilled Tradesperson / General Builder to maintain and develop our facilities. This hands-on role covers new builds, refurbishments, repairs, and general site maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
- General building work (bricklaying, plastering, roofing, groundwork)
- Carpentry, plumbing, and basic electrical repairs
- Maintaining and improving enclosures, visitor areas, and staff facilities
- Assisting with new builds, renovations, and installations
- Diagnosing and resolving maintenance issues efficiently
- Ensuring all work meets Health & Safety regulations
Requirements:
- 3+ years’ experience in construction, general building, or multi-trade roles
- Skilled in at least two of the following: carpentry, plumbing, bricklaying, roofing, groundwork, plastering, or electrical work
- Ability to read and interpret plans/drawings
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and a problem-solver
- Full UK driving licence and own transport (site not accessible by public transport)
- Right to Work in the UK
What We Offer:
- Permanent, full-time role (40 hrs/week, shifts 07:00-18:00, 5 over 7 days)
- 28 days’ paid leave (inc. Bank Holidays)
- Competitive salary, free uniform, staff discounts & events
To apply, send your CV & cover letter to lisa.pressland@hertfordshirezoo.com, with “Buildings Vacancy” in the subject line.
Maintenance Operative/Handyman Required
Would you like a job where no two days are the same, working in a truly unique environment?
Hertfordshire Zoo is looking for a skilled Maintenance Operative/Handyman to keep our facilities in top condition. From maintaining enclosures to handling repairs across the site, this is a fantastic opportunity to apply your practical skills in a one-of-a-kind setting.
About the Role:
You’ll carry out general maintenance, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor repairs, ensuring the zoo remains safe and well-maintained. Tasks include maintaining enclosures, pathways, visitor areas, and staff facilities, as well as assisting with refurbishment projects.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in maintenance or handyman roles
- Basic skills in carpentry, plumbing, and painting
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full UK driving licence and own transport (site not accessible by public transport)
- Right to Work in the UK
What We Offer:
- Full-time, permanent position (40 hours/week, 5 over 7 days, including weekends)
- Competative salary + full uniform
- 28 days’ paid annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays)
- Staff discounts, events, and Employee Assistance Programme
- To apply, send your CV and cover letter to lisa.pressland@hertfordshirezoo.com, stating “Maintenance Operative Vacancy” in the subject line.
Catering Assistant Opportunities Available Now!
Are you looking for a flexible, exciting role in a vibrant and unique environment? Join our Wild Family at Hertfordshire Zoo, the region’s top visitor attraction.
This is a fantastic opportunity for reliable and friendly individuals in the Broxbourne area who are:
• Seeking weekend, school holiday, or flexible work opportunities
• Positive, enthusiastic, and great at working in a team
• Confident communicators with a welcoming attitude
• Aged 16+ and ready to start in February 2025
What You’ll Do:
As part of our Catering Team, you’ll work across our food outlets and our soft play facility, Tumble Jungle. Your key responsibilities will include:
• Preparing and serving food with a smile
• Providing top-notch customer service in our restaurant, food outlets, and soft play facility
• Accurately taking orders and operating tills, including handling card transactions
• Maintaining high cleanliness standards in all areas, including surfaces, kitchen equipment, and utensils
• Receiving deliveries and restocking as needed
For full details, please click below, and to apply, send your CV and cover letter to ian.dawe@hertfordshirezoo.com – Don’t wait—the vacancy will close once we’ve received enough applications!
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