Grounds Assistant

Since its opening in 2009, Yorkshire Wildlife Park has evolved to become the UK’s number 1 on-foot safari. We feature walkthrough exhibits that take the guest directly into the world of the animals. A dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, the park currently has around 475 animals across more than 60 different species.

The Yorkshire Hive, situated adjacent to the entrance of Yorkshire Wildlife Park, is a brand new free-admission shopping, dining and entertainment destination.

The grounds department are responsible for maintaining lawns, woodland and landscaped areas to a high standard. The team ensure planted areas are watered in line with weather conditions and species requirements. The department are also responsible for the planting and maintenance of seed beds as directed by the Grounds Team Leader.

We’re currently looking for an energetic Grounds Assistant to join our dynamic and fast paced team at The Yorkshire Wildlife Park. The successful candidates will work as part of the team to work under the direction of the Grounds Team Leader/ Deputy Team Leader, undertaking general grounds tasks related to the upkeep and presentation of the landscape of the site.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of all on-site horticulture.
• Assist with the general upkeep and maintenance of the site.
• Assist with car parking duties when required.

Candidate:

• Able to work under pressure and to a tight schedule.
• Basic horticulture knowledge with a strong desire to progress professionally within this field.
• Personable and enthusiastic.
• Able to undertake physically demanding work in all weather conditions
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a flexible approach to work.
• Must be a team player with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be flexible and able to work during our peak times which include weekends, bank holidays and school holidays.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,128.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/05/2024
Reference ID: EX580