Who are we?
At Zoo Events Group, we specialise in delivering luxury glamping experiences at some of the UK’s most prestigious festivals and live events.
We’re looking for enthusiastic, hardworking people to join our crew this summer at Boomtown Fair and Lost Village. If you enjoy working outdoors, staying active and thrive in a team environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Expect great people, physical work, plenty of laughs and an unforgettable summer experience - all while earning and enjoying the festival atmosphere!
The role
- Building multiple bell tents
- Furnishing tents to different specifications from simple carpets to fully furnished luxury set-ups with raised beds, rugs, tables and electricity
- Dismantling structures and carefully packing equipment ready for the next event
- Maintaining a clean, organised and professional site
- Supporting with guest services and on-site maintenance during live events
This is a hands-on, physical role that requires teamwork, reliability and a positive attitude.
Event dates
To be considered for this role, you must be available for the full duration of both events:
Boomtown Fair 5th August - 21st August
During the live event period (12th-16th August) you’ll be required to complete one 1-hour tent maintenance shift.
Lost Village 22nd August - 4th September
During the live event period (27th-30th August), you’ll complete one 6-hour guest services shift, showing customers to their accommodation.
Once you have completed your live event shifts, you'll have free time to enjoy the festivals.
Hours can vary, they will often exceed 40 hours a week and will include weekends. This position is temporary.
Pay and perks
- £14.24 per hour (inclusive of pro-rata holiday pay)
- Complimentary festival tickets
- Mileage contribution towards travel
- Lunch and dinner provided on all working days
What we’re looking for
- A great team player with the ability to follow instructions, use your initiative and communicate well with others
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking
- Physically fit and comfortable with prolonged, physical work
- Detail orientated and pride in delivering high standards of work
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Happy to work weekends and overtime
Bonus skills (not essential but great to have):
- Previous experience in festivals, events or glamping operations
- Hospitality or customer service experience
- Practical or maintenance experience
You will need to arrange your own transport to and from events which are often in rural locations, so access to a vehicle is highly preferable.
Our HQ is based in Stockton, between Warminster and Salisbury but we recruit team members from across the UK and internationally (valid work visas required).
If you’re up for hands-on work, rewarding experiences and great teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 1 month
Pay: £14.24 per hour
Application question(s):
- 1. Please be aware we use AI visibility tools when screening applications, any found showing AI generated answers will automatically be discarded so please answer in your own words.
What skills do you bring that would make you a great fit for this role?
- 2. Please detail any relevant experience you have working with events, camping, bell tents or tipis.
- 3. Do you have your own vehicle? (Not essential for the role)
- 4. Are you available for the full duration of both events?
Boomtown - 5th August - 21st August
Lost Village - 22nd August - 4th September
Work Location: In person
