Sunday, December 6, 2020

Zoo Keeper

Zoo Keeper

A vacancy has arisen for an experienced Animal Keeper to work within a team at Lincolnshire
Wildlife Park, specifically in the animal sector where the stock is predominantly psittacines.
However work will also include big cats, small mammals and primates. Working on this section, it
is essential that the successful candidate has bird awareness and zoo animal management
experience, and it is strongly preferred that they will have passed a Diploma in the Management of
Zoo and Aquarium Animals or an equivalent zoo biology focused qualification. Experience of
working with the general public would also be beneficial. The successful candidate will be
expected to work as part of a team caring for all the species within the park and assist with our
keeper volunteer programme; under the supervision of the section’s senior keeper or head keeper.

About You:
To operate effectively in this role, practical experience in a zoo environment is essential and
experience of working with a range of wild animal species is desirable. You must also have up-to-
date knowledge and understanding of zoo legislation and best practice, along with a sound basis
of practical knowledge and skills about good zoo animal management. You must hold a full driving
license and if the successful candidate is not formally qualified, you must be willing to acquire the
Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals.
Working hours are 35 hours per week (annualised figure) and the post involves weekend and
occasional evening work.

Salary range for this post will be £12,000 – £17,000 dependent on qualifications, age and
experience

Closing Date: 31.12.20

How to apply:
To apply for this role, please forward your application in no more than 300 words along with your
CV to jobs@lincswildlife.com