Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Team Leader - Primates


Team Leader - Primates

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Zoo keeper who is looking for that next step in their career.

Set in 25 hectares of tranquil surroundings, Hamilton Zoo is home to more than 600 native and exotic animals. We’re looking for a Team Leader to join our dedicated team.

We are looking for someone with people leadership experience to promote and develop our enthusiastic team of zoo keepers whilst advancing the zoo’s collection of native and exotic animals.

The successful candidate will be a motivated team player with exceptional keeper knowledge and experience in primates. Your skills will enable you to grow our future experts in animal husbandry, best practice and conservation.

You’ll need to have an understanding of modern zoo philosophies, and be very safety conscious. A Tertiary degree in animal management or relevant equivalent is essential.

Hamilton Zoo, owned and operated by the Hamilton City Council, is committed to being a high-performance organisation with people who think differently, act with integrity, make it happen and work together.

The recruiting range starts from $60,000, and can be negotiated for the right candidate.

This is your chance to be part of an organisation that is committed to building a more vibrant, attractive and prosperous city.

A copy of the position description can be requested by emailing hr.request@hcc.govt.nz. Applications close 17 July 2020.

If this role sounds like it’s for you, we would love to hear from you. Make it happen and apply online today!

All candidates will be notified of the outcome on their application via email. Short-listed candidates may be required to complete an interview process, reference checks, pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol assessments, credit check and a Ministry of Justice or Police vetting check.

Please note this role is being sourced directly and we are not accepting applications via external recruitment agencies. Only people who are eligible to work in New Zealand should apply. Evidence will be required.


To apply please click HERE






photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

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