Friday, August 18, 2017

Animal keeper



Animal keeper

Lotherton Hall Bird Garden


Pay grade: A1
£15,916.60 pa
37 hours per week over 7 days on a rota system

If you have a commitment to a high standard of animal husbandry and an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in animal care – we may have just the job for you as an animal keeper at our popular Lotherton Wildlife World attraction in Leeds, which houses a variety of mammals and exotic birds.  Work is currently ongoing to upgrade and expand the zoo environment.  The current animals and birds in the zoo will soon also include tapirs and penguins.

You will need to work as part of the team on a 7 day rota basis and should have specific knowledge related to the need of mammals,  exotic birds and their specialised requirements.  Experience in working with large mammals is a desirable element.  You will assist with the feeding and movement of the the animals, cleaning, decorating and maintaining the enclosures and ponds, which will involve bending and lifting and keeping accurate records relating to animal welfare.

Closing date for applications is: 30th Aug 2017

Contact:        Peter Quince (peter.quince@leeds.gov.uk)


Apply for this job:
If you would like to be considered for this post, please register at the the Leeds city council jobspage .  For the full role description and to apply please click HERE. Please submit a completed application form to  BSC.Recruitment.Services@leeds.gov.uk





Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant
      


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