Sunday, October 31, 2021

Manager, Veterinary Department

 



Manager, Veterinary Department

 

Perth Zoo gets hands-on in wildlife conservation, at home and beyond our borders. This is what makes us one of the world’s best inner-city zoos. One simple vision inspires and directs our work – a world where diversity of species and habitats is secure.

Job Description

The Manager Veterinary Department provides management and leadership to Perth Zoo’s wildlife health program, including management of the veterinary hospital and staff, allocation of departmental budget and other resources, veterinary involvement in research and conservation programs and projects, as well as strategic oversight of undergraduate and postgraduate student training.

In addition, the Manager Veterinary Department develops and manages relationships and partnerships within the zoo and with external parties, including within the broader DBCA aligning day to day operations with agreed strategies.

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Full Time Zoo Keeper/Tour Guide or Trainee

 


Full Time Zoo Keeper/Tour Guide or Trainee

 

A position is available for an outgoing, responsible person who is willing to carry out all duties associated with Park and animal management including: enclosure maintenance, animal welfare, conducting tours, animal food prep (weigh, portion, prepare, store) and general duties.

 

We are offering a full time position in which communication, time management, excellent PR skills and an extensive knowledge of various animals and their behaviour would be a definite advantage. Experience in handling horses would be an asset but not necessary. Must be willing to do overtime/weekend work. A competitive wage package will be offered in line with the level of experience and skills.

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Animal & Wildlife keeper

 


Animal & Wildlife keeper

 

Gwel An Mor and Feadon Farm Wildlife Centre

 

Job role

-The role entails a mixture of animal management and running animal and nature-based encounters. As well as a variety of other activities throughout the year.

-You must have an engaging an outgoing persona to fill this post as you will be delivering talks to guests including large groups such as schools and colleges.

-You will be working with a range of taxa including but not exclusive to bird of prey, reptiles, mammals and ruminants. Ideally the right person will have some practical skills for maintenance and building of enclosures but above all a ‘can do’ attitude.

-We have many work experience and voluntary team members at the farm who require supervision as well as guidance. Which would be incorporated into the role.

-IT and data collection for animal record keeping is ideal but not essential.

- Other duties to support the effective & efficient running of the site (may include acting as Fire Marshall, First Aider, Company vehicle driver and other roles, although full training will be given)

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ full-time experience in a zoological collection, including experience with Category 1 Species
  • An Animal Management related qualification (preferably Level 3 or above)
  • Excellent communication skills (both 1-2-1 and for public speaking)
  • Adaptable for a flexible rota
  • Physically fit for the demands of this role
  • Full UK driving licence
  • In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

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Trainee Bird Keeper

 

 


Trainee Bird Keeper

 

The Welsh Owl Garden & Zoo

 

-We have a position available for a trainee bird keeper to join our small hard working team.

-Work will be varied from helping produce our flying displays to general keeping work.

-Large range of species from B.O.P to parrots and hornbills

-Will involve some avian pest control work over the winter months

-Must be willing to help out on other sections when required

- No prior experience necessary but a good attitude and willingness to learn essential.

- Full driving license required

- Will involve weekend work and during school holidays

- £16,500 pa

- Please forward CV’s and any questions to info@thewelshowlgarden.co.uk

 



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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

Voluntary student work experience placement programme 2022/2023

 

 


 


Voluntary student work experience placement programme 2022/2023

 

Rolling application date.

 

Shaldon Wildlife Trust is able to offer a number of work experience placements which will give you a unique understanding of working for a conservation organisation.

There is the chance to develop your skills across a variety of departments at Shaldon, including the animal keeping, education, conservation and administration departments.

There is also the opportunity to complete research projects and dissertations during your placement.  If you are required to complete a research project during your placement please indicate this at the time of your application.

A placement at Shaldon will provide valuable experience to add to your CV showing future employers that you are committed to a career in the conservation sector.

 

Shaldon Wildlife Trust is a small zoo on the Devon coast. Set in an acre of woodland, we are the smallest member of BIAZA and EAZA. Despite this we are active members of the zoo community and support conservation projects all over the word. Over the years we have gained a great deal of expertise in the breeding of many species, particularly small primates, and are regarded highly in this field.

 

We are currently advertising for student work experience placements of 9-12 months (with a 1 month probationary period). Shaldon Wildlife Trust is open every day and the placements will be full time i.e. 5 days a week including weekend duties. The main role of the students will be to assist with the husbandry requirements of the animal collection as directed by the Head Keeper in charge.

 

The programme is aimed at students undertaking a further or higher education course requiring a sandwich year in industry placement within their degree, or recent graduates who are seeking a career in the animal care/conservation sector or similar.

 

All placements are purely voluntary and as such it is with regret that Shaldon Wildlife Trust cannot provide any financial support or expenses to those wishing to apply for these opportunities and there will be no promise of future work within the collection at the end of the placement. To ensure that students are provided with a valuable experience, a training agreement will be completed and reviewed regularly, and a training record will be provided upon completion of the placement.

 

As this position is voluntary and therefore unpaid we recognise that this takes a level of commitment from individuals, therefore we aim to provide each student with a structured learning programme to help them in their future careers. Most of our previous students have gone on to achieve their goals of becoming zoo professionals thanks to the valuable practical experience gained through their placements.

 

 

 

 

Objectives of the placement

-       To gain experience and understanding of the work of a zoo animal keeping department.

-       To gain skills within the education and outreach department including delivering encounters and class room educational sessions.

-       To deliver educational talks at the zoo to visitors and groups.

-       To apply own personal skills and take ownership of a series of tasks and/or a research project.

-       To reflect on training and experience throughout the placement.

 

Anticipated tasks/training provided

-       Assisting with daily animal husbandry e.g. feeding, cleaning, enrichment provision, enclosure modification etc.

-       Observations of animals and recording of relevant information.

-       Training in basic research methods.

-       Visitor interaction e.g. answering visitor questions in a polite and sensitive manner.

-       Assisting with student/volunteer supervision at the direction of the head keeper.

-       Training in animal-management related computer software.

-       Training in all aspects of the company’s code of practice.

-       Comprehensive portfolio building

 

Skills Required

-       Enrolment on an animal science related course.

-       Previous animal-related work experience.

-       Good communication skills.

-       Adaptable to different working environments.

-       Able to work in a team and independently.

-       Physically fit for the demands of the post.

 

 

If you wish to apply for a Voluntary student work experience placement position, please send your CV along with a covering letter no longer than 1 side of A4 to :

Zak Showell

Director, Shaldon Wildlife Trust, Ness Drive, Devon, TQ14 0HP

Email – zak@shaldonwildlifetrust.org.uk

 

Your covering letter must detail why you are applying for the position, and why you feel that you are a suitable candidate, detailing any suitable knowledge, skills or previous experience that is relevant to this particular role. Please also mention were you saw the advert.

 

If your application is successful, you will be invited in for an interview at the Trust.

 






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