Experienced Elephant Keeper
Colchester Zoo is
seeking a highly motivated and knowledgeable individual to join its team of
experienced elephant keepers working with 1.3 African elephants.
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 and have notable experience of working with elephants in either a
free contact or protected contact environment.
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 elephants and associated tasks.
You will work as part of a team of experienced elephant 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 24th June 2016.
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