Zoo Crew Operative with Driving Duties Location Belfast Zoo, Antrim Road, Belfast, BT36 7PN
Hours 24 hours per week
Rate of Pay £13.47 per hour
Number of Positions 10
Reason for Recruitment Seasonal cover
About the Role We are recruiting Zoo Crew Operatives with driving duties to support the front-of-house and operational teams at Belfast Zoo.
This is a varied customer-facing role where you will help provide a safe, clean, welcoming and enjoyable experience for visitors. Duties will include supporting admissions, assisting visitors, working in the souvenir shop, helping with events, maintaining public areas, and driving zoo vehicles when required.
You will work under the supervision of Shift Supervisors and will be expected to deliver a high standard of customer service at all times.
Main Duties The role will include:
Welcoming and assisting visitors throughout the zoo
Providing information, directions and support to visitors
Supporting guided tours and visitor engagement activities
Promoting zoo initiatives, events and membership schemes
Handling cash, operating tills and processing payments
Reconciling cash accurately at the end of shifts
Assisting with the day-to-day running of the souvenir shop
Restocking shelves, pricing goods and presenting merchandise
Carrying out stock checks and replenishing stock
Ensuring retail activity complies with Trading Standards requirements
Cleaning public and staff areas, including toilets and restrooms
Carrying out litter picking, sweeping, mopping and waste removal
Operating cleaning and polishing equipment when required
Assisting with events, promotions and educational exhibitions
Helping with the assembly, dismantling and storage of equipment
Supporting the use and maintenance of mobility scooters
Completing basic administrative tasks and maintaining records
Providing first aid support where required and recording incidents in line with council procedures
Driving zoo vehicles to transport visitors, staff or equipment
Ensuring vehicles are kept clean, safe and roadworthy
Following all Belfast City Council policies, including health and safety, customer care and equal opportunities
Essential Criteria Applicants must have:
A full, valid UK driving licence, or be able to meet the mobility requirements of the role through alternative arrangements
At least one years experience handling cash and dealing with customer enquiries
At least one years experience carrying out cleaning duties, such as waste removal, sweeping, mopping and cleaning bathroom areas
Good communication skills
A strong customer service approach
The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Good awareness of workplace health and safety
Basic numeracy skills for cash handling, stock checks and reconciliation
The ability to complete records and basic reports accurately
Desirable Shortlisting Criteria Belfast City Council may shortlist applicants who have at least two years experience in:
Cash handling and customer-facing duties
Cleaning and general maintenance duties
Additional Information This is a physically active role. Applicants must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions and be able to work across steep terrain. The role may also involve heavy lifting.
Full induction and training will be provided.
Applicants must be available to work weekends and public holidays as part of the seasonal rota.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with disabilities.
TPBN1_UKTJ