Animal Keeper
Full time,
Permanent, Paid
Perfect for those
just starting out in the zoo industry; Manor Wildlife Park is looking for
highly motivated applicants who are willing to learn on the job and have either
been awarded, or are working towards a professional zoological qualification.
The successful applicant will be part of a small team, working with a range of
exotic species whilst helping to deliver the highest levels of animal
husbandry.
The role of Animal
Keeper is a varied one, and the successful candidate will get the chance to
work with a number of species, from large carnivores to hoof-stock, small
mammals and birds. Your roles and responsibilities will include, but are not
limited to, all elements of animal husbandry, enclosure maintenance, animal
training and delivering talks and VIP experiences.
The ideal applicant
should have
• Excellent
written and verbal communication skills
• An
ability to work to your own initiative
• Working
towards the DMZAA or equivalent qualification
• At
least 1 year of paid or voluntary experience working within the animal sector
• Experience
in visitor engagement and public speaking
• A
full UK driving license (Desirable)
• Firearms
license (Desirable)
This is an entry
level position, with full training being given to the successful candidate.
The position is
available for an immediate start, with successful applicants required to
perform a trial day 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 the 24th January 2020
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