Centre Manager,
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis
Full-time, permanent
position.
Lakeland Wildlife
Oasis is a small zoo based in rural Cumbria with a strong focus on education
and conservation. It is a BIAZA member and is actively involved in a number of
endangered species breeding programmes. It houses a wide diversity of species
as well as having an onsite café and gift shop.
This role will
involve overall responsibility for the day to day running of the institution,
managing a small team of dedicated keepers, café staff and volunteers. The
applicant will ensure that welfare standards are met for all species, as well
as striving to fulfil the aims of The Lakeland Trust for Natural Sciences. We
are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated individual who will
be a good team leader, able to show initiative and have a positive outlook. The
successful applicant will have a hands on animal husbandry role as well as
administrative responsibilities including risk assessments, rota preparation
and marketing. Experience working in a similar senior zoo management role would
be beneficial. Suitable applicants must be well organised and have at least two
years previous experience in a zoo setting, working with a range of taxa. The
job entails a 40 hour 5-day working week including weekend rotas.
Requirements:
• An
animal science related qualification (DMZAA or degree level)
• Knowledge
of current zoo licensing regulations
• Knowledge
and experience with risk assessments
• Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
• Computer
literacy (ZIMS experience desirable)
• Experience
of managing a team including volunteers
• Ability
to organise and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment
• Physically
fit for the demands of the role
• Full
UK driving licence
If you would like the opportunity to join
our team please send your CV and cover letter to mail@wildlifeoasis.co.uk by
Sunday 8th April 2018.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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