Animal Food Stores (Logistics Operative) City of Westminster, England
The Zoological Society of London
Full Time
City of Westminster, England
23583 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Overview:
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action.
Role Profile:
As a Logistics operative, you will be part of the team's mission to use sustainable and creative methods in achieving everyday tasks to work smarter and not harder.
Reporting into the Logistics Manager, you will be instrumental in supporting the team with their departmental goals and objectives and completing everyday tasks in various areas such as the post room, animal food stores, warehouses and transport.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
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Person Specification:
What do we offer?
“Work Your Way”: We empower people to work from where they work best. We believe work is something we do and not a place we go. Our offices have become important places for collaboration and social connection but are no longer our main place of work.
Wellbeing: You will have access to a blended program of Wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program as well as regular webinars and activities around mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing.
Closing date for applications: 5th March 2023
Position: Logistics Operative
Department: Zoos and Engagement
Salary: £23,583
Role Type: Full-Time Permanent
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action.
Are you passionate about logistics and working behind the scenes?
As a Logistics operative, you will be part of the team's mission to use sustainable and creative methods in achieving everyday tasks to work smarter and not harder.
Reporting into the Logistics Manager, you will be instrumental in supporting the team with their departmental goals and objectives and completing everyday tasks in various areas such as the post room, animal food stores, warehouses and transport.
- The post holder will work within the Logistics Team at London Zoo and carryout all duties in line with relevant policies and procedures.
- You will be required to prepare food for the animals which involves handling meat, frozen rodents, fruit, and vegetables and overseeing animal diets with the nutritionist.
- You will be required to support the team in overseeing logistical storage solutions onsite that are shared with other stakeholders.
- You will be required to be able to drive and appropriately use a variety of vehicles and plant e.g., forklift trucks, vans, trucks, and cars
- The post holder will be required to undertake duties relating to a mail room, involving sending and receiving mail, parcels and interacting with couriers and staff.
- To assist with animal moves/collections both internally around site and externally to other Zoo’s.
- To place orders with approved suppliers, this will sometimes involve sourcing an appropriate supplier and consulting with the procurement team.
- To maintain required stock levels and to ensure stock rotation.
- To liaise with the animal and other departments in relation to animal produce requirements and deliveries, including frozen whole chickens, ducks, rabbits, mice, rats, quails, chicks etc.
- The post holder will be required to deliver and collect other items (including some heavy objects) from internal and external locations using appropriate manual handling techniques.
- To prepare food produce for delivery to sections, this will include the accurate preparation of meat, flesh and joints into required sizes and weights.
- The post holder needs to conduct some routine health & safety inspections and record their findings.
- The post holder will be required to conduct cleaning of all areas within their area of work including the office, general stores, animal food stores, post room, meat fridge & freezers and vehicles.
- To ensure that ZSL’s tools and equipment are kept in good order and report any faulty tools or equipment to their line managers.
- To assist, guide or oversee occasional non-ZSL personnel whilst on site - these may include contractors, inspectors or any other personnel as discussed with the Logistics Manager.
- The post holder is expected to send emails to appropriate internal and external contacts and amend or create other documents within Microsoft Office.
- The post holder will also need to perform additional duties as required, e.g., assisting the Grounds team with snow clearing and assisting with the setup of events or functions.
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Person Specification:
Skills & Abilities
- Able to communicate with a wide variety of people
- Source suppliers of produce and goods
- Able to follow a process
- Able to work on their own initiative
- Good Interpersonal skills working part of a team
- Able to use Microsoft Office applications
- Physically fit
- Flexible in approach
- Full clean driving licence with no endorsements
- To work within freezers and fridges
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
- Comfortable with handling and preparing meat
- Able to vary their working day e.g., start at 6am
Please note: Working hours vary depending on the logistics section, and can include a 6am, 8am or 9am start and are based on a 37.5 hours working week, Monday to Friday. Candidates that do apply must be aware that the position will be physically demanding and will require flexibility and the ability to work in a variety of conditions both indoors and outdoors. Due to the nature of the position candidates must also possess a full, clean UK driving license.
What do we offer?
“Work Your Way”: We empower people to work from where they work best. We believe work is something we do and not a place we go. Our offices have become important places for collaboration and social connection but are no longer our main place of work.
Wellbeing: You will have access to a blended program of Wellbeing initiatives, including confidential access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program as well as regular webinars and activities around mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing.
Diversity & Inclusion
Other benefits include:
To Apply:
Other benefits include:
- Complimentary access to our Zoos
- 30% discount in shops and online as well as discount on food & drinks on site
- 25 days holiday
- Enhanced paternity and maternity leave
- Pension Contribution matched up to 12%
- Life Assurance cover of three times annual salary
- Season ticket Loan (interest-free)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Subsidized gym membership
- Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities (add LinkedIn learning for managers).
- And ultimately, you’ll know that you’ll help us to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wildlife going extinct.
Applicants will need to upload their CV plus a covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this job online" button. If you have any queries regarding these positions or when applying through the system please contact Human Resources at [email protected]
Closing date for applications: 5th March 2023
The Zoological Society of London
www.zsl.org/about-us/jobs
London, United Kingdom
Dominic Jermey
$25 to $50 million (USD)
501 to 1000 Employees
Non-profit Organisation
Culture & Entertainment
1826
