Animal keeper
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
is looking to recruit a motivated individual to join our committed team of
animal keepers. This opening is for a keeper on our newly formed West Section.
This role will play an active role in the daily running of the section across
all species.
This is a full-time
position working a 40-hour week on a flexible rota (including weekends and bank
holidays).
We expect applicants
to have knowledge and practical experience of at least some of the species
concerned. A strong work ethic, good team work skills and the ability to
maintain high standards of hygiene are important to the role.
Species held on West
Section: white rhino, giraffe, zebra, ostrich, guinea fowl, pygmy goats, rhea,
alpaca, spectacled bears, coatis, tapir, capybara, mara, agouti, degu, tiger,
lion.
Applicants must:
- have zoo keeper experience i.e. an internship or pervious paid role
- be familiar with the care required for a variety of species
- be highly motivated
- have high standards of hygiene when working
- hold an Animal based qualification
Other key aspects of the role:
Assist in the daily
management and care of all animals on section.
Deliver talks and
keeper experiences to the visiting guests.
Drive the company
vehicle for collection of resources, e.g. meat.
Assist in the
training of an intern.
Other Job Holder Expectations:
- Ensure effective quality control and continuous improvement in all aspects of the work and responsibilities
- Mindful of the visitor experience in all aspects of your work
- Demonstrate professionalism towards sensitive and confidential information
- A Christian belief is not expected, but willingness to work within the ethos of the business is necessary
- Comply with and promote Health and Safety policies and procedures and to undertake recommended Health and Safety training as and when required
- Undertake such other duties as are relevant with the position including helping with other sections when required
Closing date for applications is: 27th Oct 2018
To apply send a CV and covering letter to
careers@noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk
The subject of your
email should read 'Application for animal keeper'. Your application must
include: an accurate summery of your relevant experience, a complete list of
your working history and comments on your compatibility with our ‘must have’
list. If your experience is with other zoo species, please describe and explain
why you would like to work with these species. Covering letters should be no
longer than 1 side of A4.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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