Animatronics Technician Windsor, UK

Merlin Entertainments; Windsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking an Animatronics Technician for its LEGOLAND Windsor Resort. The role involves maintaining and repairing animatronic models to provide an exceptional experience for guests. Candidates should have a strong background in animatronics, knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, and be comfortable with physical work in various weather conditions. This is a fixed-term contract position until December 2026, offering a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

40% discount off LEGO sets

20 free tickets to Merlin Attractions

25% discount in Merlin shops

Private pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Employee assistance programme

Access to Perks at Work discounts

Free staff parking

Ongoing training & development

Qualifications

• Proven background in animatronics is essential.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical components required.
• Must be comfortable working in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests have the best experience with animated models.
• Perform daily checks and repairs on animatronic models.
• Work as part of the Technical Services Creative Team.

Skills

Background in Animatronics

Knowledge of pneumatics

Basic electrical knowledge

Experience with 2D and 3D modelling software

Comfortable with heavy lifting

Tools

Animatronic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

Animatronics Technician

Location: LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Windsor, SL4 4AY

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, across a 7-day rota (any 5 days out of 7), some unsociable hours

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until December 2026, Salaried

Here at the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort we are busy prepping for our 2026 season, and we are recruiting for an Animatronics Technician to join our AWESOME Models & Theming Team on a Fixed Term Contract until December 2026!

Our awesome Animatronics Technicians form part of the wider Technical Services Creative Team, and they work with all of our animated models across the Resort and overnight accommodations! From initial design, build, repairs and daily checks our Animatronics Technicians keep the magic alive for LEGO fans of all ages when they visit the resort.

As an Animatronics Technician at LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, you will utilise your animatronics expertise to ensure our guests are receiving the best possible experience when viewing or interacting with our animated models and features. Our animated models are checked daily with required repairs or replacement parts documented and implemented efficiently.

Please note, internally this role is known as Animator.

Qualifications & Experience

• A strong and proven background in Animatronics
• Knowledge of pneumatics, basic electrical knowledge, audio and lighting design, and installation and mechanical components
• Experience in using 2D and 3D modelling software and, ideally, knowledge of PLC software
• You will be well trained on the safe and compliant use of hand tools, relevant animatronic equipment and machinery
• This is a physical role so you must be comfortable with heavy lifting, bending, reaching walking around the resort (which can be hilly) and happy to be working outside in various weather conditions
• Comfortable with the Fixed Term Contract nature of this role. The proposed end of contract is 31st December 2026

Benefits

• 40% discount off LEGO® sets and products on the online LEGO Store!
• Merlin Magic Pass: 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world!
• 25% discount in Merlin retail shops and restaurants (a brilliant extra treat when you’re using your Magic Pass to visit!)
• Staff discount codes for Merlin Annual Passes to gift to loved ones!
• Private pension scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to Perks at Work which 30,000+ national & local employee discounts
• Free staff parking
• Ongoing training & development

About the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort

We are looking for an Animatronics Technician to join our AWESOME team at the UK’s favourite children’s theme park; the LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort. The LEGOLAND Windsor Resort is the ultimate destination for families with children age 2-12. The Resort is home to three awesome LEGO themed Hotels and a host of rides, shows and attractions built around the iconic LEGO® brick. This role is based at the Windsor theme park, located in 150 acres of beautiful parkland.

About Merlin

A job with Merlin isn’t like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don’t trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests’ experiences are the best they can be.

If you have any questions or if you require any reasonable adjustments, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email [e-mail] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

Competitive