Senior
Keeper
New Forest
Wildlife Park
The New
Forest Wildlife Park is set in 25 acres of ancient New Forest woodland. It is a
well established successful family business mainly concentrating on native
British/European species but including some important exotic species
We are one
of the few BIAZA wildlife parks in the UK dedicated to native wildlife
rehabilitation in particular otters and native owl species.
We are
looking for a pleasant, forward thinking enthusiastic person to fill this
important role within our small dedicated team of keepers. The successful
applicant will work with all members of our team and assist the
animal
manager in the day to day running of the busy wildlife park. The position
requires knowledge and experience of all aspects of animal husbandry within a
zoological environment with regards to both native and exotic species.
As we are a
customer focused business, we demand a professional, friendly attitude to all
visitors including educational groups. The applicant must be a highly motivated,
flexible, outgoing person with a hands on
approach
and strong work ethic.
Salary -
£17.000 - £17.500 DOE
40 hours
per week and work Bank Holidays and weekends in rota.
3 years
animal husbandry experience essential with appropriate qualifications.
Main Duties
and Responsibilities
• Assist
the Animal Manager in all aspects of their role.
• Ensuring
all animal and bird records are up to date and accurate - including daily
checks noted in the diary
• An
ability to problem solve day to day situations on all sections
•
Deputising for the Animal Manager during days off etc
• Assist
Curator of Animals and Animal Manager in promoting the best welfare and
ensuring animal health is observed by all team members.
• Observe
the behaviour, health and security of animals and report any problems to the
Animal Manager.
• Reporting
defects or repairs required to enclosures and relevant departments to Animal
Manager or Building Team
• Cleaning
and maintaining exhibits and other designated areas.
• Broad
taxonomic knowledge on the range of current species managed within zoological
collections.
• Knowledge
of techniques used to handle specific animals should catch ups or veterinary
procedures require this.
• Be
reliable and demonstrate good time-keeping including an attendance record .
• An
ability to motivate the team by leadership and a professional attitude.
Please note
there is no accommodation available on site and no public transport to the park
A full
clean driving licence for manual vehicles is required.
For application
form contact Zoe O’Reilly - hr@chestnutcentre.co.uk
Please
include current CV, cover letter including qualifications and availability .
Telephone
01298814099
Closing date for
receipt of completed application forms February 23rd 2019
Interviews
held at the park - February 2019
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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