Interested in a career working within a zoological collection?

Our careers hub provides you with more information about working within zoological education, animal husbandry and welfare and what it’s like to work at Knowsley Safari.

You’ll find information about our latest vacancies as well as answers to some of the frequently asked questions we receive, and we also provide some tips and advice on the recruitment process and what we look for in an applicant. For more information on our applicant privacy notice here.

We hope that you find the careers hub to be a useful portal of information for those of you wishing to work within a zoological collection, and here, at Knowsley Safari.

Available Positions

If you are looking for a career where you would be part of an organisation that actively tries to make a difference in the natural world by inspiring and connecting our communities to benefit all of those generations still to come, then Knowsley Safari could be the place you’ve been searching for.

This amazing feeling and call to action is something which our staff care so passionately about. We focus on making a positive impact on our guests, our animals, our community and our people.

Permanent, Full-Time

We are currently looking for an experienced Clerk of Works to join the Knowsley team based at the historic and prestigious Knowsley Hall. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planned and reactive maintenance and to improve the property standards and increase tenant and customer satisfaction across The Earl of Derby’s estates. This includes houses, farm buildings, commercial property, Knowsley Hall, Lord & Lady Derby’s personal property, Knowsley Safari, Crag Estate properties, holiday accommodation and land, together with all services including but not limited to drainage, water, heating, and electricity.

In this role you will implement and maintain PPM schedules for all properties, manage an in-house team of staff complemented with external contractors, to ensure repairs and maintenance works to the estate properties is carried out in a timely manner, efficiently, safely, meets all legislative requirements, to a satisfactory standard and within budget.

 

The Role:

The Recruitment Pack for this role which includes more information along with the job description can be downloaded here.

The application form for this role can be downloaded here.

 

How to apply

Please send your CV and completed application form to recruitment@knowsley.com by the closing date – midnight on Sunday 17 March.

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Learning and Discovery Team on a permanent basis. As Engagement Assistant you will deliver a range of conservation education activities including talks, animal encounters, guided tours plus weekend and holiday clubs to children aged 6-18 and work with community groups. You will have an energetic and enthusiastic personality, love to engage with people and share your passion for the natural world.  You will become part of a multi award winning and innovative team working to protect the environment and create local social impact. The role is annualised at an average of 29 hours per week.

 

HOW TO APPLY

To download the Job Description click here.

To download the application click here.

Application form together with CV should be sent to recruitment@knowsley.com, please no postal applications.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 20 March 2024.

We are recruiting for a Chef de Partie to join our Catering team on a permanent basis. Applicants must be hard-working, energetic and highly motivated with a passion for excellence.

The Recruitment Pack for this role which includes more information along with the job description and person specification can be downloaded here.

How to apply

Please send your CV to recruitment@knowsley.com by the closing date of midnight on Sunday 31 March 2024.

Permanent, Full Time

 We have an excellent opportunity for a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Operative to join the Knowsley team to complete general hands-on multi trade work; diagnose and complete a broad range of repairs and/or special projects; assist with planned maintenance; and assist with compliance. The successful candidate will support on-site inspections and intrusive investigations.

 For further information, duties, and responsibilities please download the recruitment pack here.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your CV to recruitment@knowsley.com by the closing date of midnight on Sunday 31 March 2024.  Interviews will take place w/c 08 April 2024.

If you’re interested in working in a fun, vibrant and totally different environment unlike any other then becoming part of our team may be for you. We’re looking for ‘people who love people’ as we hope that each and every guest who visits Knowsley Safari experiences “The Best Day Out Ever”. This centres on positive guest engagement, being respectful and welcoming, understanding and empathetic, and relies on you using your initiative to enhance their experience.

We want personalities who are fun and engaging with our guests and who are determined to deliver a wonderful experience to every guest, leaving them with memories that last forever.

If you think that you’d be an asset to our team, then ask yourself these questions:

Can you?

  1. Smile and be friendly and welcoming;

  2. Display enthusiasm and initiative;

  3. Proactively engage with children and adults.

Are you?

  1. Confident and hardworking;

  2. Fun and engaging;

If you answered yes to all of the above, then you could be joining our team in the following areas:

Catering, Rides, Hosts, Stewards, Reception and Admission

If you are successful with your application, you must be willing to work on a flexible basis. Hours will vary depending on the needs of the business and time of the year. Working days will include weekdays, weekends, bank holidays, and school holidays. At certain points in the year, there will also be a requirement for some evening work.

How to Apply

If you think that you are the ideal Safari Team Member then submit your recent CV including full contact details (name, mobile number and email address) along with a short message detailing why you believe you are suited to the role to: knowsley@wearearc.co.uk. You will receive a pre-screening interview with Arc Hospitality Recruitment before being invited to our next interview day with us on site.

Student Placements and Work Experience

For individuals who are planning a career within the zoological community, Knowsley Safari’s Internships are a fantastic opportunity to learn from our experienced staff within an outstanding Safari Park environment.

At this time we only offer the advertised placements and are therefore unfortunately unable to accommodate any other requests that do not meet the criteria or commitment as outlined. Please read all information carefully before emailing or applying.

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