Friday, December 25, 2015

Experienced Animal Keeper







Experienced Animal Keeper

Colchester Zoo
Essex

Colchester Zoo has a vacancy for an experienced animal keeper to join our carnivore and small mammal cover section teams. This is a full time position working 40 hours per week 5 days out of 7 on a rotational basis.

The ideal candidate will have worked for a minimum of two years in a recognised zoological institution; experience of working with big cats will be advantageous but is not essential. It is expected that you will have been awarded the DMZAA or an equivalent qualification. However, due consideration will be given to the individuals own level of zoological experience. You should have a clean UK drivers licence. Good communication skills, both written and oral are necessary and you will be expected to engage with visitor experiences including the delivery of keeper talks.

The successful applicant will be responsible for but not limited to; cleaning and presentation of exhibits, feeding and general care of the animals and associated tasks. You will work as part of a team of experienced keepers but also work singularly as required whilst reporting to and taking instructions from the Head of Section.

Please send your CV and covering letter marked for the attention of The Curator, Colchester Zoo Ltd., Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0SL.

Or alternatively apply via email to vacancies@colchesterzoo.org


The closing date for applications for this position is 15th January 2016.


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Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Research Officer




Research Officer (Maternity Cover)

Knowsley Safari
Liverpool

  

HOURS:                3 over 7 days per week, working an average of 24 hours per week
CONTRACT:                 Maternity, starting ASAP and ending on 2nd December 2016.
CLOSING DATE:        Wednesday 6th January 2016
SALARY:                £7.50 p/h

Knowsley Safari currently have a part-time vacancy for maternity cover Research Officer, reporting to the Head of Animal Division. This important role is to support, initiate and drive research at Knowsley Safari providing a high standard of service to researchers, students and staff. It involves communicating effectively with internal and external individuals and organisations to implement the Company’s research strategy. The role requires someone who has both research and wildlife management knowledge and experience.

For more information details on how to apply for this position please visit our website at http://www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk/vacancies/


Interviews are expected to take place on 14th and 15th January 2016 with the successful applicant starting as soon as possible after the role is offered.




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Friday, December 18, 2015

Experienced Animal Keeper - Large Carnivores




Experienced Animal Keeper - Large Carnivores

Howletts & Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks, in conjunction with the Aspinall Foundation, is a charity based organisation committed to protecting rare and endangered animals from extinction through captive breeding and reintroduction programmes. We have one of the leading collections of large carnivores in the UK including tigers, lions, snow leopards, cheetah, wolves and African painted dogs (EEP holder for this species). 2016 will be an exciting year with the arrival of new species to our collection.

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is seeking an experienced, hardworking and dedicated keeper to work with our small team of enthusiastic and like-minded keepers on our Large Carnivore Section. The Aspinall Foundation encourages its keepers to visit relevant in-situ projects and become actively involved in our on-going reintroduction programmes.

This is a very physical role and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake all duties on the section from prepping meat and cleaning to general maintenance and upkeep of enclosures including all aspects of exhibit presentation. Conservation, education and enrichment play a big role in the park so there will be plenty of opportunities for doing talks and displays to the public. The position will also include some reptile work.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
•        Significant experience (+ 4 years) at keeper level gained in a zoo park/equivalent environment
•        An extensive track record working with large carnivores
•        Good overall knowledge of Large carnivore species and captive breeding for individual species
•        Good knowledge of current conservation issues concerning large carnivores and experience delivering this information to the visitors through talks etc
•        Hands on approach to restraint and handling of animals
•        A zoo animal management qualification or significant experience
•        Ability to cover the section in the absence of the section manager or deputy
•        Committed,  passionate and hard working
•        Full clean valid driving licence

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
•        Reptile experience        
•        Off road driving experience
•        Firearm licence        
•        Enclosure design and furbishing
•        Butchery and livestock dispatch        
•        Basic building skills

Working 40 hours over 5 days a week (includes weekends and bank holidays), the successful candidate will have a genuinely flexible approach to working hours. Single person accommodation may be available. All applicants must have right to work in the UK.

Closing date: 15th January 2015.

To apply, please email a CV along with a covering letter to: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org 
Or post to: Human Resources, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD

Visit our website at www.aspinallfoundation.org for further information.




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Senior Animal Keeper – Primates and Small Mammals




Senior Animal Keeper – Primates and Small Mammals

Join our vibrant organisation!

As an action oriented conservation charity, Marwell Wildlife’s desire is to connect people with nature. Through enthusing people about the wonders of the natural world we’re certain they’ll share our passion to conserve it. Our success relies on two key things. The impression we create through our 140 acre zoological park, Marwell Zoo, with its wide array of exotic and endangered species and the family of talented people we employ who share our passion and bring our vision to life.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Animal Keeper to join our Primates and Small Mammals team on a full time basis, working 40 hours per week over 5 days out of 7.

We have exciting plans for the development of our collection and exhibits, offering great opportunities for creative project and team work. This role is responsible for supporting the Team Leader with the co-ordination & supervision of the daily operations of the team and ensuring high standards of animal husbandry are maintained at all times.

The successful candidate will have specialist taxonomic knowledge and experience in Primates and Small Mammals. They will also hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a full driving licence valid for the UK, allowing them to drive park vehicles. The DMZAA or equivalent qualification is also essential at Senior Keeper level.

Applicants will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills, as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

Accommodation may be available on a short term basis to the successful candidate. Please note this would incur a rental cost.

If you would like to join our unique and vibrant organisation and become part of our Marwell Family, please visit our website, marwell.org.uk for a full candidate brief and our electronic application form. This application form must be completed for you to be considered for this role.

Closing Date: Sunday 31st January 2016

 Interviews: Monday 8th February 2016

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a DBS check as a condition of employment.

Marwell Wildlife is an equal opportunities employer.


Colden Common, Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk




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Thursday, December 17, 2015

Animal Presenter – Trainee







Animal Presenter – Trainee – Fixed Term 6 months (Maternity Cover)                
Based at Edinburgh Zoo

About Us
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) owns and manages Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park in Kingussie.  Both parks are premier visitor attractions of Scotland that provide an amazing animal experience as well as an excellent day out!  RZSS has a worldwide reputation for its conservation and education programmes, and the very heart of our mission is to connect people with nature and safeguard species from extinction.  We’ve been a charity since our founding in 1909 and maintain a keen commercial edge to ensure a sustainable, bright and exciting future.
As well as our wonderful animals we have a highly professional, diverse and friendly staff community too.  So, in working for RZSS you've not only got a great job in a very interesting organisation - you're also part of an amazing cause too!

Animal Presenter - Trainee
A vacancy has arisen for an Animal Presenter - Trainee to work within the Living Collections Department.  The role will involve all aspects of the presentations section, including shows, keeper experience, talks, panda tours and animal care.  The successful candidate will be required to deliver the Keeper Experience program to a high standard, meeting the needs of the zoo visitors and ensuring high animal welfare.  They will also contribute to the development of the Society in achieving its Mission and Aims.

To operate effectively in this role, it is desirable if you hold the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals or equivalent qualification or experience at SVQ 3 or equivalent level. Practical experience in a zoo or animal-related environment is also desirable and experience of working with a range of animal taxon groups would be advantageous. You should also have up-to-date basic knowledge and understanding of zoo legislation and best practice, along with a sound basis of practical knowledge and skills about good animal management including dietary knowledge. Proven success in animal training or an appropriate qualification in the use of positive reinforcement training would be beneficial.

About You
You will be an excellent communicator, with strong presentation skills. You will be comfortable working as part of a team and will build effective relationships across the organisation. Customer service will be key to this role and you must have an excellent understanding of the principals involved and how to interact with the public to ensure a memorable experience.

This is a 6 month, full time fixed term position working 37.5 hours per week.  The successful candidate must be able to work weekends.

The closing date:         Tuesday 29 December 2015

For full information on how to apply for the above position please visit the vacancies page at www.edinburghzoo.org.uk.  Registered charity number: SC004064

OUR MISSION                Connecting people with nature. Safeguarding species from extinction




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Animal Keeper




Animal Keeper – Fixed Term- Foot Safari

The Animal Encounters department is currently recruiting for reliable, confident team members to join the animal team on seasonal contracts starting in January, February, March and April through to November 2016.

Working as part of the successful Animal & Welfare team you will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment for both you and the visitors by adhering to associated risk assessments and protocols without exception.

You will be expected to practice high levels of animal husbandry, training and enrichment; as well as ensuring the visitor experience is exceptional.

The successful applicant should demonstrate a passion for animal welfare & conservation, be highly motivated, flexible and committed to Woburn Safari Park’s high standards of husbandry and welfare. Due to the wide variety of species on this large and busy department, candidates must have previous practical experience of working with a range of animals.

As this is a customer facing role, the right candidate will have demonstrable presentation and customer services skills with a passion for education and conservation.

Applicants will need to be flexible as regular weekend working is required to meet the needs of the business.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within an “award winning” environment then please apply through our website at: www.woburnsafari.co.uk/careers.

Closing date:        4th January 2016


Please be advised that if you have not heard from us within 21 days of the closing date to consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.





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Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Team Manager, Rhinos



Team Manager, Rhinos


Job Description : Chester Zoo is the UK’s No.1 top zoo and is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an international reputation for achieving its mission in conservation breeding programmes, research and education. We currently have a fantastic opportunity for a Mammal Team Manager to lead our rhino team.

The post will involve the daily management of the section along with mentoring, training and developing a large team of staff and interns; building strong working relationships within the team and with other departments.

We are looking for someone with extensive knowledge and expertise in animal husbandry and management with a focus on two species of rhinoceros and hoof stock including several deer and antelope species.  In addition to having previous experience of working within a zoo environment, applicants will also have animal conservation experience and an understanding of environmental issues. The successful candidate must have a proactive approach to developing new ideas for improving husbandry.

The successful candidate will be educated to a minimum of HND or degree level in Zoo Animal Management/Zoological Science, or have equivalent experience.  They will have considerable leadership experience, experience of supervising a team and be able to organise and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.

A proven understanding of risk assessments and COSHH is essential for this role to ensure all staff members are fully aware of safety and management procedures.

This role will also involve representing the Rhino team at internal and external meetings, workshops and conferences in the UK and overseas.  Therefore, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.  Competency in the use of computers and basic software packages (including an understanding of ZIMS/SPARKS) would be advantageous for this role and a full driving licence, valid to drive in the UK is also a requirement.

Salary is £30,227 per annum for a 40 hour week (including some weekends and bank holidays).

To apply for this position, please provide your current CV and covering letter stating why you believe you should be considered for our Team Manager role.



Closing date for applications is 8th January, 2016





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Visitor Services Presenter



Visitor Services Presenter

Permanent position 
National Minimum wage

About Deep Sea World
Deep Sea World is looking to recruit Visitor Services Presenters to join its team for 2016.   Deep Sea World is a popular aquarium located in the village of North Queensferry, in Fife, Scotland. It is host to a collection of large sand tiger sharks, also known as ragged toothed sharks or grey nurse sharks, and various other species of shark.

About the Role
The Visitor Services team is the public facing side of the aquarium. It is our job to pass on information to the visitors through interactive talks, presentations, and also through creature encounters. We cover all aspects of the customer visit from parking cars, through to reception duties, and delivering education sessions to school visits.

About You
You are genuinely a people person and enjoy the company of others. You have great listening skills and able to find out what our customers enjoy. Applicants must be lively and enthusiastic, and willing to work hard in a busy dynamic environment. Ideally candidates will have excellent communications skills, exemplary timekeeping and attendance records, and be highly motivated. Customer Service skills are of high importance, as are the willingness and ability to learn a vast amount of marine knowledge. Previous drama or presenting experience is desirable. A previous role in the leisure and tourism industry is also desirable; the successful candidate should also have the ability to develop themselves within this role.

The job involves working variable hours to include weekends, bank holidays, evenings and school holiday periods.

About Aspro Parks
Deep Sea World is part of Aspro Parks, a Spanish multinational company with its headquarters based in Madrid.  Aspro owns and operates over 65 leisure attractions across Europe, 10 of which are located in the UK. 

If interested, please send your CV & covering letter to: Janeen Pickup, Aspro UK Group HR Manager, c/o Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks, Cheshire, CH65 9LF.  Or email us at: recruitment@asprouk.com .   Your application letter should highlight why you would be able to fulfil this key role within the organisation and clearly demonstrate how you meet our requirements.

Work Location: Battery Quarry, North Queensferry, KY11 1JR

We are committed to Equal Opportunities.   
 
Closing Date: Friday 1st January 2016. Interviews to take place within the first week of January 2016.
We do recognize the time and effort it takes to apply for a position, but as an employer of choice we receive a high volume of applications and in the interests of economy, Aspro UK does not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful in their application; consequently if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. 
Want to work for Aspro UK but don’t feel that this position suits your skills or experience?  Then why not ‘Like’ our ASPRO UK FACEBOOK PAGE - https://www.facebook.com/AsproUKRecruitment

Just click on the ‘WORK FOR US’ tab and then ‘CREATE LIVE JOB ALERTS’.  You will then be notified of any live vacancies across our 9 sites. 


Or why not ‘JOIN OUR TALENT POOL’?  Just upload your CV so that we can contact you with any future vacancies that match your skills and experience.





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Team Leader Birds - Auckland Zoo



Team Leader Birds - Auckland Zoo

Rare opportunity to work at one of the world's leading zoos
Contribute to the in situ conservation of New Zealand wildlife
Unique chance to work regularly in the field.

Auckland Zoo is proud of its commitment to the World Zoo and Aquarium Strategy. Sign up to our team and help "build a future for wildlife".

We are currently seeking a Team Leader to manage the bird team and collection at the Zoo.

As a key member of the Zoo's Life Sciences team, the Team Leader's role is to ensure that the staff, facilities and animals associated with the this section are managed to achieve excellence. Working under the Curator of Ectotherms and Birds, the primary focus of the role is to oversee the Zoo's bird collection, providing best practice husbandry, contributing to our understanding of the biology of these species and delivering attractive animal exhibits and meaningful encounters to our 700,000+ annual visitors. You will also be expected to help identify, develop and deliver significant bird research and conservation programmes in the field.

Auckland Zoo's $15 million New Zealand precinct - Te Wao Nui - opened in September 2011.  Te Wao Nui is a journey through six geographic zones and the flora and fauna of each.  The focus on native species provided by Te Wao Nui also catalyses many new opportunities for the zoo to contribute to the conservation of New Zealand wildlife, both directly and indirectly.  Around 25-30 New Zealand bird species are managed by the bird team, at least three of which are actively involved in breed-to-release programmes. The bird team is also responsible for the care of a small collection of exotic birds, predominantly Australian psittacines, and will take an active role in developing this aspect of the collection further in line with the Zoo's masterplan.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the development and direction of the Zoo's bird collection, to actively contribute to conservation both in the zoo and in the field, and to work in the zoo and/or in the field with some of the world's most threatened bird species, including brown teal and blue duck, fairy terns and shore plover, kaka, takahe, kokako and even kakapo.

The successful candidate will have:

Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership and team building strengths
Recognised qualifications in captive animal management and/or zoology/biology
A minimum of 5 years aviculture experience in a senior/supervisory position
A track record of innovative husbandry and captive research
Strong management skills with emphasis on working to time and budget constraints
Demonstrated ability to deliver excellent customer service
Commitment to and understanding of the World Zoo Conservation Strategy 2005
Experience of project planning and management
Aptitude for and interest in undertaking field work
If you have proven relevant animal husbandry experience, can actively manage a team of professional zoo staff through strong leadership skills and a desire to achieve conservation outcomes through your zoo-based career, then this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.  High priorities for this position include playing a key role in the development and delivery of visitor experiences and contributing to the overall strategic management of the zoo by actively participating as a member of the Life Sciences team.

Please note: This role is deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing.

Applications for this role close Sunday 31 January 2015 at 10.30pm


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Presenter and Welcome Host



Presenter and Welcome Host


Job title: Presenter and Welcome Host
Job type: Full time
Department(s): Education, Zoo and Reception
Responsible to: Ben Freeman (General manager)
Salary / Wage: To be arranged
Application deadline: 9am 22nd January 2016

About us:
All Things Wild is an all-weather family attraction; which includes a dinosaur ‘Step through time’ experience, zoo, and play facilities such as an indoor beach. Our 30 acre site, which is set in the Worcestershire countryside, offers many learning opportunities such as trail sheets, pond dipping and animal encounter sessions. Since opening in 2012 the business has grown in popularity, and future developments are being implemented to reinforce All Things Wild as a destination attraction.
Overview and purpose of the role:
The role of ‘Presenter and Welcome Host’ is a new and exciting opportunity! As a customer focused business, we are looking to offer quality talks which give visitors a rich and memorable experience. Topics will be wide-ranging; from dinosaurs and fossils, to animals and habitats. The role will also include front of house work as an All Things Wild ‘Welcome Host’.
Main duties and personal qualities:
•        Delivering quality talks as part of our daily itinerary
•        Representing All Things Wild through professional, polite and positive conduct
•        Answering phone calls, emails, passing on messages, taking bookings
•        Till work including cashing up
•        A ‘can do’ attitude is crucial
•        A willingness to learn and a self-motivated attitude

Please read the full job description on our website: https://www.allthingswild.co.uk/jobs-volunteering/
Please note a Disclosure and Barring System (DBS formerly CRB) check will be required.
If you would like to apply for this position, please send your CV and covering letter to Louise Wilkinson at All Things Wild or via email to louise@allthingswild.co.uk 





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Monday, December 14, 2015

Zoo Education Assistant



Zoo Education Assistant


We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic Education Assistant to design and deliver high-quality, positive and engaging communications on conservation and biodiversity issues for all ages - to enable audiences to understand why biodiversity matters, improve their understanding of the role of environmental parks in conservation and motivate and empower them to take action to conserve biodiversity.

Based at Living Coasts, in Torquay, the successful candidate will design and deliver presentations and activities for all visitors, adjusting to specific audience needs; supervise presenter rotas; lead delivery of out of school hours activities including clubs and summer schools; assist Education Officers in the delivery of school sessions; design and produce resource materials and written information; and evaluate and modify presentations and activities.

Applicants should possess GCSE Science and/or Geography and an A-level or equivalent in a relevant discipline.   Additionally, you will require a relevant science communication/education qualification or equivalent experience and will be able to demonstrate experience of designing and delivering public presentations and activities, co-ordinating events and writing and creating resource materials and interpretation.  You will also have demonstrable enthusiasm for communicating conservation and biodiversity issues and experience of working with children and adults of all ages and abilities. 

This is a part-time post for 30 hours per week.  Occasional evening, weekend and Bank Holiday work will be required.  Salary £17,491.50 pro rata

For further details please contact Michelle Youd, Education Office Supervisor, Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton TQ4 7EU. Telephone: 0844 474 2224 Email: education@paigntonzoo.org.uk   quoting EDU09.


Closing date for applications Friday 15th January 2016.  Interviews Monday 8th February 2016.


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Education Administration Assistant



Education Administration Assistant

We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic Administration Assistant to provide all aspects of day to day education department administration for Newquay Zoo and Living Coasts, based at the Paignton Zoo Education Centre. 

The successful candidate will receive and process bookings from schools, further and higher education institutions and wider community groups, answer the phone and manage diary systems, alongside general administrative tasks.  They will also cover administration of Paignton Zoo’s Education Centre, in Education Office Supervisor’s absence.

Applicants should possess at least 2 years’ experience in a similar post and have good communication, organisational and ICT skills.  They will also be a team player, flexible and capable of working on their own initiative.  An interest in environmental conservation would be an advantage.

This is a part-time post for 25 hours per week and the rate of pay is £7.00 per hour.  Occasional weekend and Bank Holiday work will be required.

For further details please contact Michelle Youd, Education Office Supervisor, Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton TQ4 7EU. Telephone: 0844 474 2224 Email: education@paigntonzoo.org.uk   quoting EDU 06.


Closing date for applications Wednesday 6th January 2016.  Interviews Thursday 14th January 2016.



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Friday, December 11, 2015

ANIMAL DIVISION STUDENT INTERNSHIPS





ANIMAL DIVISION STUDENT INTERNSHIPS

Knowsley Safari
Liverpool


Our mission: To connect communities with the natural world for the benefit of future generations


If you are working towards an animal based degree, a 44 week Student Placement at Knowsley Safari is designed to offer you an education in the practical aspects of an Animal Keeper role within an outstanding Safari Park surrounded by experienced keepers who are more than happy to pass on their skills and knowledge. We offer you first-hand experience within the Park/Zoo community with plenty of support, training and development of you as an individual. Following our placement you will develop skills in animal management & husbandry, organisation & planning, and teamwork & communication, and gain a realistic idea of the intense physical demands of the role.

This placement is aimed at undergraduate students who:
a.        Must undertake a placement to accompany their studies as a required aspect of their university programme.
b.        Wish to take a ‘sandwich year’ in university in order to gain experience in the Park/Zoo world.

Please note that undergraduates must be enrolled on a course which is relevant to the role and priority will be given to those students who must undertake a placement as part of their course.

The placement will start on 31st October 2016 and finish on 3rd September 2017.
(Please note that if your University requires your ‘year in industry’ or ‘sandwich year’ to be longer than 44 weeks, we are happy to consider an extension to the placement.)


For more information and details on how to apply please visit: http://www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk/internships/

All requests for 2015/2016 placements must be submitted by 17th January 2016.




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Experienced Primate Keeper







Experienced Primate Keeper

The Aspinall Foundation is a registered charity that is actively involved with several projects incorporating a diverse range of conservation activities both at their Kent based Howletts Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Reserve and overseas projects in the Congo, Gabon, Indonesia and Madagascar.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team of dedicated primate keepers at Port Lympne Reserve. The ideal candidate will have experience in a mainstream zoological collection (preferably in a similar position) and an awareness of current conservation issues and a passion for animal welfare.

This is a very physical role and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake all duties on the section from food preparation and cleaning, to enclosure building and maintenance.  A full valid driving licence is essential to the role.

Ideally you will possess experience of good all round animal husbandry skills and be enthusiastic in contributing to the enrichment of the primate species around the park. You will have obtained an animal management qualification or equivalent experience but if not you must be willing to work towards obtaining a relevant qualification and being comfortable interacting with the public.

Working 5 days a week, including weekends and bank holidays, the successful candidate will have a genuinely flexible approach to working hours. Single person accommodation may be available.

All applicants must have right to work in the UK.

Closing date: Monday 21st December 2015.

To apply, please email a CV along with a covering letter to: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org 

Or post to: Human Resources, Port Lympne Reserve, Lympne, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD


Visit our website at www.aspinallfoundation.org for further information.


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Team Leader: Birds & Pets





Team Leader: Birds & Pets

Twycross Zoo is at a very exciting stage of development with the first phase of a 20 year masterplan already underway. The plan will see the zoo developing new habitats for a refreshed animal collection starting with Gibbon Forest in 2016.

We currently have a vacancy for a Team Leader to work on our Birds & Tropical and Pets@Twycross sections. These areas manage a range of birds and animals including hornbills, flamingos, penguins, parrots, some reptiles, small mammals, domestic animals and invertebrates.

Key Responsibilities:
· A hands-on role, working on the section
· Supervising all areas of daily animal husbandry
· Developing, supervising, recruiting and training staff
· Organisation of section activities alongside other senior staff within the Birds & Pets section
· Develop zoo policies and procedures

Key Skills & Requirements:
· High performing and enthusiastic
· Proven track record of working with tropical birds and domestic animals in a protected contact system
· Substantial experience of zoological animal management, with at least 8 years’ relevant experience
· Able to demonstrate good working knowledge of the natural history and management of all animal groups present in the Zoo
· Able to demonstrate awareness of risk
· Good team worker with positive outlook
· Flexible and calm working style to effectively handle a variety of issues at once
· Excellent communication and IT skills
· Committed to continued professional development of yourself and others
· An animal related qualification such as ANCMZA or DZMAA

The role is permanent full time and includes weekend duties on a rota system. Salary is paid monthly and we provide uniform and 31 days holiday per annum (including bank holidays).

Please apply on-line by sending your CV with a covering letter to: recruitment@twycrosszoo.org
This vacancy will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, therefore you should submit your application as soon as possible.




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Thursday, December 10, 2015

Education Officer / Presenter







Education Officer / Presenter

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Education / Presentations Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The education team is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational sessions and presentations offered to the general public and to visiting schools and colleges. The team is specifically responsible for the training and husbandry of birds and animals used in presentations and also work with the aviculture team responsible for the husbandry and welfare of bird stock throughout the park. In addition to this the team produces content for park interpretation and species signs and delivers our outreach program to schools and care homes.

The education team works closely with the aviculture team, sharing responsibility for the provision of high quality animal husbandry and education throughout the park.
This role is with a passion for zoo education including both day visitors and formal group visits.

Required:
•        Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team
•        Confident in public speaking to audiences of all ages
•        Experience of keeping and training birds/animals
•        Excellent written English
•        Tertiary qualification in a biological science
•        Full, clean driving license

Preferred:
•        Experience with delivering presentations in a captive animal collection
•        Experience in the education sector

Applications should include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to:  Duncan A Bolton, Curator, Birdworld, Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD
As this is a busy time post wise we will be happy to accept electronic applications
Which should be sent to: d.bolton@birdworld.co.uk

Closing date for applications is: Thursday 31st December 2015 and applicants should ideally be available for interview between 11th and 15th January 2016 and be available to start work by early February 2016 (Notice period will be honoured for current employers).
We reserve the right to stop accepting applications earlier than stated should we receive sufficient applications; please do not delay if you wish to apply for this position.




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Birds & Mammals Keeper







Birds & Mammals Keeper

We are looking for an ambitious individual to join our animal care team. If you want to be part of one of the UK's fastest growing zoos and are excited about the prospect of being part of something new, this position might be for you!

Wingham Wildlife Park is a family run wildlife park with big emphasis on animal husbandry, conservation, education and safety for our animals, staff and visitors. We are looking for a like minded “team player” who would fit in amongst our birds and mammals section. This section covers a large variety of species ranging from Red Pandas, Tapirs, Lorikeets, Rodents, Hoof stock, Penguins and many more.

The Candidate Will:
•        Be able to communicate on a one-to-one basis as well as leading public talks to large crowds.
•        Have experience working with exotic species, preferably in a zoo setting.
•        Be able to work as part of a team and on their own.
•        Have exceptional time keeping skills.
•        Show good practical animal husbandry skills.
•        Have relevant animal husbandry qualifications.
•        Have a valid UK driving licence or have good access to transport links.

The Role Involves:
•        Day to day husbandry of animals in our park.
•        Good observational and note keeping skills when working with the animals at the park.
•        Giving talks to visitors about some of the species in the park.
•        Strict adherence to safe working practices.
•        Maintaining high standards around the park including emptying bins, weeding and window cleaning.

About Employment with WWP:

This full time position (winter; 40 hours per week, summer; 45 hours per week) requires people to be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including working on weekends, during school holidays and on bank holidays.

We give statutory holiday entitlement.

This position will pay at the rate of the national minimum wage. On the successful completion of a 6 month probationary period a wage increase will occur.


All applications to be addressed for the attention of Ruth Wilder to info@winghamwildlifepark.co.uk along with a covering letter and CV. For applications to this particular job please use reference BM002 in the email title. Any applications through other channels will be disregarded.

Closing date for applications:- 16th December 2015


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