Senior Bird Keeper
Exmoor Zoological
Park
A full time position
potentially developing into a section head role in time. The working
environment and rural location of Exmoor is not easy and you have to be
determined and self- motivated.
Requirements of the position;
You will be required
to have a minimum of two years full time employment in a recognised zoo
environment. It will be expected that you have experience with bird keeping
(parrots, cranes, storks, passerines, etc.). Some of this experience can be
given here.
You should have
passed the DMZAA or equivalent, or be prepared to gain those qualifications.
Hold a full U.K.
driving licence, and have your own vehicle due to our rural location.
You ideally will be
able to show people management and team leadership skills.
Keep up to date with
current practices in animal husbandry and welfare, and have a working knowledge
of the Conservation and Education roles within modern zoos.
Good IT skill with
knowledge of record keeping, and able to use, or learn to use, ZIMS.
Be able to keep calm
in stressful situations, and be able to handle and manage birds during certain
procedures.
Have a basic
understanding of D.I.Y.
On occasions be able
to take charge in the event that a senior manager is not available.
You will be required
to work Bank Holidays and weekends.
You will also
represent Exmoor Zoo at Conferences when required.
Please apply by
email to Exmoorzoo@btconnect.com and mark the email for the attention of Mr. D
Reynolds. Your application should ideally include a covering letter and your
CV.
Closing date for
applications is: 11th Jul 2018
Please note, we will
be reviewing applications and conducting interviews throughout the advertising
period for this role. The role may therefore be filled prior to the closing
date. We will acknowledge receipt of all email communication and contact candidates
via their application email for interviews.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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