Zoo Jobs: Experienced Animal Keeper

Experienced Animal Keeper

Full time, Permanent, Paid

Manor Wildlife Park is searching for an ambitious, highly motivated individual who is passionate about their quality of work and would like the chance to develop their skills within an EAZA accredited zoological collection. This opening is aimed at those who would like to work alongside a wide range of species whilst, at the same time, having the opportunity to specialise in the areas or species of your choice.

Your roles and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, all elements of animal husbandry, positive reinforcement training, environmental enrichment, animal behaviour research, elements of enclosure design and the delivery of public talks and VIP animal experiences.

The ideal applicant should have;

• Excellent communication and observational skills

• An ability to work to your own initiative

• The DMZAA or equivalent qualification

• At least 2 years of paid experience within the animal sector

• Experience working with large carnivores and/or hoof-stock

• Experience using ZIMs (Desirable)

• A full UK driving license (Desirable)

• Firearms licence (Desirable)

The position is available for an immediate start, with successful applicants required to perform a trial day as well as part of the interview process.

Interested in this position? Then please send in your CV and covering letter by email to: hr@manorwildlifepark.co.uk

The closing date for this position is 12th January 2020

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