West Section Experienced Animal Keeper
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
is looking to recruit a motivated individual to join our committed team of
animal keepers on our 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 Tiger, Lion, Spectacled Bears Zebra, Ostrich, Guinea Fowl, Pygmy Goats,
Rhea, Alpaca, , Coatis, Tapir, Capybara, Mara, Giant Anteater
Applicants must:
- Have zoo keeper experience i.e. an internship or previous 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 top quality visitor experience
- Deliver high quality 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
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.
Closing date for
applications will be 11th of September.
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