Keeper - Aquarist
Living Coasts
Devon
Full Time Permanent
(38.75 hrs per week inc. some weekends and bank holidays)
An exciting
opportunity to work in a unique location- Coastal Zoo and Aquarium – Living
Coasts is looking for an experienced aquarist to work within the Animal
Department.
Living Coasts is
home to seals, otters, penguins, a wide number of sea birds and wading species
the aquarium includes local coastal species, rays, archer fish, four eyed fish,
octopus and more.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate
will have a minimum of two years’ experience working at a zoo / aquarium. With
a passion and enthusiasm for fish keeping and aquarium systems, also a working knowledge of sea water systems. We are
looking for a proactive person with excellent knowledge of animal welfare and
animal handling alongside good observation skills and accurate record keeping.
You will be a person who can work under their own initiative with excellent
attention to detail and a self-disciplined team player with a positive attitude
to join the team. The job will also involve cover on other animal sections when
required.
Desirable would be
an interest in diving or a dive qualification, DMZAA, a degree or qualification
in a related subject.
Role and
Responsibilities
• Attend to all husbandry requirements and
maintenance of life support systems.
• To work to protocols and procedures
• To maintain excellent water quality and enclosure cleanliness
• To keep accurate records for exhibit
specimens and systems
• To participate in regular presentations to
visitors including experiences
• Provide a high level of customer service
The closing date for
applications is Friday 13th May Interviews will be held on the 20th May
Applicants will only
hear if they have been selected for interview.
Please download an
application form and apply with a covering letter and send to the email address
below or post to Living Coasts, Beacon Quay, Torquay TQ1 2BG
For further
information and an application form
No comments:
Post a Comment