Animal Keeper - Primate Section
Salary
commensurate with experience
Plus a living
out allowance, or possibly, on-site accommodation.
Port Lympne works in conjunction with The Aspinall Foundation, a charity
committed to the conservation of rare and endangered animals through breeding
and reintroduction programmes. This position offers a fantastic opportunity
to work with a wide range of species and contribute to in-situ conservation programmes.
Our continued involvement in Java means that there is a possibility to become
involved in the reintroduction of Javan gibbons and langurs in Java.
The Role
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, based in Kent, is seeking a passionate,
experienced, hardworking and motivated animal keeper to work with a team of enthusiastic
keepers on our primate section. The successful applicant will be expected to undertake all duties on the
section from general husbandry including cleaning and feeding as well as enclosure
maintenance and record keeping.
Conservation education plays a big role in
the park so there will be plenty of opportunities for talks and encounters with
the public. We provide extensive staff training and will offer
the opportunity to develop your professional skills and abilities.
The Person
You must have experience working with primates,
gained in a mainstream zoological collection and
a full
valid driving licence is essential. You will be a good communicator with the
ability to impart knowledge to the section. You will need to be confident
around all types of primates with a hands-on approach to the restraint and
handling of animals where necessary. Knowledge
of health and safety is essential. A working knowledge of basic Office software
will be an advantage, as well as an understanding of ZIMS.
The position is full time, working 40 hours per week, worked five days
out of seven and will include weekends and bank holidays. A flexible approach
to working hours is essential in any animal job.All
applicants must have right to work in the UK
Closing Date: Monday 21 December 2020
To Apply: Please email your full C.V. and
covering letter to –
personnel@aspinallfoundation.org
Visit our
website: www.aspinallfoundation.org
to find out more about us.
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