Experienced
Zookeeper
Flamingo Land Zoo
Flamingo Land Zoo is
looking for an experienced zookeeper to join our team. Flamingo Land is one of the leading tourist
attractions in the UK, attracting more than 1.4 million visitors each year. The zoo currently has over 130 species across
a range of different taxa. We have an
active education department, our own research institute (in collaboration with
the University of York) and an award winning conservation project in
Tanzania. The zoo is also a member of
BIAZA, EAZA and WAZA.
The successful
candidate will join our existing team of zookeepers and could work with any of
our animal sections. Experience with any
of the following taxa would be an advantage, birds, ungulates, primates and
carnivores. All of our zookeepers are
encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include research,
environmental enrichment and education.
The successful candidate will ideally have
· Experience of working in a zoological
collection
· Passed the Diploma in the Management
of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (or equivalent)
· A current driving licence (preferred)
· Experience with any of the above
mentioned taxa (you will receive direct training in the husbandry of all
species at Flamingo Land)
· Excellent communication skills
· Experience of delivering keeper talks
and visitor engagement activities
· Computer knowledge and experience of
ZIMS would be an advantage
Our zookeepers work
five days out of seven with 30 days annual leave. A competitive salary is provided along with a
staff reward scheme.
Interviews
(including practical sessions) will take place the week after the closing date
above.
How to Apply:
Please email a CV and covering letter by 02 June 2017 to:
Ross Snipp
Deputy Executive
Flamingo Land
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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