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Tilgate Park Zookeeper
Location
Crawley, England, United Kingdom
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
2-5 years
Compensation
£30.3K - £33K per year
Posted
20h ago
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Summary
This role involves caring for over 70 species at Tilgate Zoo, focusing on animal welfare, conservation, and visitor experience. A significant part of the role includes maintenance and grounds care, utilizing practical skills with various tools.
Zookeeper (Maintenance & Grounds Focus) – Tilgate Zoo
Employer: Crawley Borough Council
Location: Tilgate Park, Crawley, West Sussex, UK
Contract: Full-Time (Includes weekends, bank holidays & evenings with 14% pay enhancement)
About the Role
Tilgate Zoo, set within Tilgate Park, is seeking an enthusiastic Zookeeper with hands-on maintenance skills to join our dedicated team. Caring for over 70 domestic and exotic species—including lemurs, squirrel monkeys, small cats, parrots, porcupines, and farm stock—this position features a balanced ~2-to-3-day split between animal husbandry and practical grounds care/maintenance.
Key Responsibilities
1. Animal Husbandry & Care
• Deliver high standards of daily husbandry, feeding, watering, and monitoring for mammals, birds, and ectotherms.
• Assist with behavioral enrichment, enclosure design, and animal welfare routines.
• Support visitor engagement, educational talks, and conservation messaging.
2. Grounds Care & Enclosure Maintenance
• Perform proactive repairs, carpentry, fencing maintenance, painting, and wood staining across zoo enclosures.
• Operate hand and power tools safely to maintain structural integrity and visitor safety.
• Conduct general groundskeeping, landscaping, and gardening to keep the zoo presentable and secure.
• Maintain rigorous health, safety, and biosecurity standards across all work areas.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must-Haves:
• Practical experience and confidence operating hand and power tools for general repairs, fencing, and woodwork.
• Enthusiastic, motivated team player with a passion for high-standard animal care.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Satisfactory completion of a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Flexibility to work a roster that includes weekends, evenings, and bank holidays.
Preferred:
• Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or equivalent animal management qualification.
• Prior practical experience in a zoological collection, wildlife park, or farm environment.
What We Offer
• Compensation Enhancement: 14% pay premium for evening, weekend, bank holiday, and rest-day coverage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Generous local government pension scheme, discounts, and wellbeing support.
• Professional Development: Structured onboarding and ongoing learning programs through Crawley Borough Council.
• Team Culture: A close-knit, supportive workplace in a scenic park environment.
How to Apply
Submit your application online via the Crawley Borough Council careers portal (full application form required; CVs alone cannot be accepted). Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Updated 20h ago
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£30.3K - £33K per year
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Crawley Borough Council
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Growing team
Location
Crawley, England, United Kingdom
Crawley Borough Council operates Tilgate Zoo, a top tourist attraction located in Tilgate Park. The council is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare, fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, and supporting employee growth through structured learning programs.
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Tilgate Park Zookeeper
Crawley, England, United Kingdom • Full Time