Keeper
Dartmoor Zoological Park
Dartmoor Zoo are
looking to employ a Keeper within the Animal Department. The successful
individual will have relevant experience, good communication skills and a
passion for all aspects of animal husbandry.
Set in 33 acres of
beautiful woodland with some stunning views of the surrounding countryside and
a fantastic collection of animals, Dartmoor Zoo is a unique family day out in
the beautiful South Hams of Devon. Our animal collection includes tigers, lions,
zebra, gelada, lynx, cheetah, wolves, tapir, capybara, meerkats, a fantastic
collection of invertebrates and reptiles and much more.
There has never been
a more exciting time to join our dedicated team; with multiple new species
having arrived in the last few months and more set to join us later in the
year. The zoo has many future development projects planned.
In this role you
will work closely with our enthusiastic keepers to provide high standards of
animal care for all mammal and bird species, incorporating the latest advances
in husbandry. You will be accountable to the Curator and Senior Keepers and
work alongside other keepers to assist in overseeing Entry-Level Keepers,
placement students and volunteers. Previous supervisory experience and a
genuine interest in helping to train the next generation of zookeepers would be
advantageous.
You will be a good
team worker, able to motivate others, as well as show initiative and have a
positive outlook. You will work regularly on all rounds and play an integral
role in training and enrichment, in addition to maintaining animal enclosures.
For full details, please see the role description below.
The successful candidate will:
· be enthusiastic
and hardworking
· have a minimum of
three years full-time employed experience within an animal department of a zoo
· ideally have the
DMZAA (or ANCMZA) or BSc (Hons) Zoology or related subject
· have a keen eye
for detail and a good awareness of health and safety requirements
· gain knowledge of
biology, ecology and captive requirements of animal species
· be able to work in
extreme outdoor weather conditions
· have experience
with a variety of species including large category one land mammals
· be computer
literate and able to carry out daily record keeping (previous use of ZIMS
desirable)
· have good verbal
and written communication skills
· be able to work
within a department team, both as a team player and using one’s own initiative
· have good
organisational and time management skills
· be available to
work on weekends, bank holidays and special events when required
Dartmoor Zoo offer a
competitive salary and holiday package. Two fixed days off per week.
Role decription:
In a Nutshell
To promote DZP’s
work in the captive management and breeding of the animal collection by working
on the daily husbandry routines of the animal collection under the direction of
the Senior Keepers, Head Keeper and Curator.
These are your main
tasks
Prepare and
distribute food and water to the animals, following prescribed diets
Maintain high
standards of cleanliness in all animal enclosures, public viewing and off-view
areas
Monitor the animals
carefully for any behavioral, reproductive or medical problems
Provide enrichment
specific to the species requirements to fulfill their natural behaviours and
play a direct role in the DZP’s animal training programme
Ensure the animals’
accommodation is maintained to a high standard for the safety and well-being of
the animals and the attractiveness for the public
Be responsible for
the basic maintenance of locks, slides, hinges etc on the animal section. To
watch for, and report, any deterioration in any hatch cables etc.
Maintain accurate
record keeping
Assist in providing
routine and emergency medical treatment to the animals as required
Assist with the
capture and restraint of animals when needed, whilst minimising the stress on
the animal
Answer questions
from the visiting public in a courteous and informative manner, and carry out
visitor experiences
Adhere to all
prescribed safety and emergency procedures to ensure the safety of animals,
staff and the visiting public
Provide assistance,
information, training and supervision to entry-level keepers, visiting students
and volunteers
Partake in any
training required by DZP, and assist in duties not necessarily associated with
the animal department as required
Please complete the
application form (visit https://www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk/get-involved/jobs/)
and e-mail to hannah.webb@dartmoorzoo.co.uk or Miss Hannah Webb, Acting
Curator, Dartmoor Zoological Park, Sparkwell, Plymouth. PL7 5DG by Friday 14th
August. Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted, and interviews
will take place soon after.
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