Handyperson
SEA LIFE Trust Gweek, The Cornish Seal Sanctuary
Gweek, CORNWALL, TR12 6UG
United Kingdom
Right now, we have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic Maintenance Handyperson to support the Facilities Manager in the upkeep and presentation of our 45-acre site here at the Cornish Seal Sanctuary!
What we are looking for
- Knowledge of the use and care of commonly used equipment and tools
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Experience with basic semi-skilled facility maintenance repair tasks
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Able to perform manual labour outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and therefore become comfortable with physical demands
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A self-motivated individual with a strong eye for detail
- You’ll also be a real standout colleague who loves nothing more than getting stuck in to resolve problems
In every case you’ll need to ensure tasks are done to the highest possible quality to ensure the agreed standards are met. This can be a hectic environment and you’ll often be working in our public areas. Therefore, you’ll be keen to deliver great customer service and be confident to speak with visitors of all ages.
You will perform a variety of routine and semi-skilled tasks daily, involving general maintenance of facilities, equipment and buildings. Depending on assignment, duties may include cleaning, weeding, emptying bins and tidying all site areas and the general upkeep of all front and back of house areas.
Using equipment and tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, saws, and other tools commonly used to maintain facilities and associated equipment.
This is a full-time, fixed term role, contracted up until 31st October 2023. Flexibility is required as shifts will include bank holidays, weekends and school holidays.
What’s in it for you
Alongside a truly unique working environment we can also offer you,
- Salary of £20,400 per annum
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25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% off LEGO online
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Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
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Discounted rates at Merlin hotels all over the world
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O2 discount
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Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets
Merlin Entertainments provides HR services for the SEA LIFE Trust and as part of this, all employees adhere to all Merlin Entertainments policies. Please be aware that you may receive correspondence from Merlin Entertainments regarding SEA LIFE Trust vacancies.
At the SEA LIFE Trust, we welcome the world to our attraction every day, and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together.
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability, or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.