Thursday, November 7, 2019

Hoofstock Section Team Leader



Hoofstock Section Team Leader

Yorkshire Wildlife Park

Since its opening in 2009, Yorkshire Wildlife Park has evolved to become the UK’s number 1 on-foot safari. A dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, we feature walkthrough exhibits that take the guest directly into the world of the animals. With a 5-year masterplan in place, the park is set to expand creating more ground-breaking animal reserves as part of a multimillion pound, unique and innovative development.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join our innovative and expanding hoofstock team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily leadership and management of the hoofstock section. You will lead the hoofstock team to deliver engaging and informative talks on our hoofstock species, facilitate a memorable and exciting experience for our guests and ensure the best possible husbandry, health and welfare standards for the section.

The successful candidate will hold a Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or a degree level qualification in an animal related subject area as a minimum. In addition, they will demonstrate comprehensive experience working within a zoological collection, specifically working with black rhino and okapi. The Hoofstock Section Team Leader will have a flexible approach to work and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills.

This is a full time, permanent position which will include weekend and bank holiday work.

To download the vacancy information pack and the required application form, please visit the vacancies section of our website www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com

If you have an enquiry about the vacancy which is not answered by the job vacancy information pack please contact the HR Department via email recruitment@yorkshirewildlifepark.com  or telephone 01302 535057 extension 48.










photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

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