Deputy
Section Manager - Mammals (including Apes)
Full time –
40 hours per week (annualised)
As part of an exciting new restructuring programme
within the Animal Department at Blackpool Zoo, we are looking for a Deputy
Section Manager to join our Mammal team and assist in the daily care and
husbandry needs of a wide range of species currently maintained in our
collection.
The successful applicant will be a proven team
player with an excellent knowledge of the zoological industry and the requirements
needed to maintain and continuously improve the husbandry and welfare of the
animal species under their care. You will be required to work with all species on
your section in a safe and secure manner and will have excellent training skills using positive
reinforcement methods.
As a Deputy Section Manager, you will assist the
Section Manager in supervising seven other animal keepers that report into this
position, you will also manage the department in the absence of the Section
Manager, reporting directly to the Animal Manager in their absence.
In addition to excellent husbandry skills, candidates
should already have experience of staff management as this is essential to this
role, this is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to progress in their
career.
You will need to be hard working,
physically fit, enthusiastic, and reliable. You should possess the Diploma in
The Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or an equivalent and have a
minimum of seven years keeping
experience, a full valid driving licence is also essential. Previous experience supervising staff and working with a
range of category 1 animals including apes is essential.
Shared single accommodation may be available for the successful
candidate.
The salary for
this position is £27,000 per annum
The closing date for applications are
the 17th April 2022.
Blackpool Zoo is
one of the UK’s most established medium sized zoos, and is operated by Parques
Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest leisure and attraction operators which
specialises in the tourism/leisure sector. Parques Reunidos currently operates
61 parks around the world and in normal operating times attracts over 21
million visitors annually.
Please note, we
will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews throughout the
advertising period for this role. The role may therefore be filled prior to the
closing date. We would encourage you to submit your application form as soon as
possible to avoid disappointment. If you have not heard from us within
14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful on
this occasion. We are only
able to provide individual feedback to those candidates who are successful
through to the interview stage.
Please send a
detailed CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to be considered for
this post to Mrs Anita Bubbins, Personnel Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park
Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire. FY3 8PP or by email to anita.bubbins@blackpoolzoo.org.uk
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