Browse Assistant
Chester Zoo
Chester Closing date for applications is: 23rd Jun 2025| Contact: | Rebecca Heath ([email protected]) |
| Sector: | Animal Care |
| Type: | Paid |
| Contract type: | Full-time |
| Salary: | £25,396.00 per annum |
The Role
Providing key services to the animal sections including the daily harvesting, collection and distribution of browse (leafy branches for animal food), in addition supporting the general manual work and operation of the department across the Zoo.
The successful candidate will have:
- A full driving licence valid in the UK and one which allows them to tow a trailer heavier than 750kg (licence category E)
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable criteria:
- Experience of agriculture and arboriculture would be desirable
- Experience and certification in the use of chainsaws and or hedge cutters
The Package
- Fixed-term contract for 7 months
- Working Hours - 40 hours per week
- Salary £25,396.00 per annum
- 33 days annual leave pro rata
- Staff pass so you can visit the zoo during your time off, plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family
- Discounted gym membership
- Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks
- Pension scheme with generous employer contributions
Apply for this job:
Please apply through our website using the following link:
https://www.jobtrain.co.uk/chesterzoo/Job/JobDetail?JobId=1399
Click 'Apply for job'
