Bird Keeper

 

Bird Keeper

 

Birdworld

 

Birdworld is currently in an exciting stage of development and is delighted to be offering a unique career opportunity for a Bird Keeper to join our expanding animal team.

 

Working under the direction of the Aviculture Team Lead, and alongside our animal team you will focus your time on the day-to-day husbandry of our 180 species bird collection housed in 130 aviaries. You will have keen observation skills, great time management, basic maintenance skills, and be able to prioritise tasks to ensure exemplary care of the collection. We expect our keepers to offer exceptional and engaging experiences to our visitors, this might be hosting keeper for a day or feeding experiences, or sometimes assisting the education team with public presentations and outdoor flying displays in peak operational months.

 

You will hold an animal related qualification and have at least 2 years’ experience working with birds in a recognised zoo, enjoy working outside in all weathers, be physically fit and demonstrate a passion for aviculture.

 

This vacancy is a full time permanent position, working 38 hours a week, with weekend and public holidays being part of your working rota. Salary is dependent upon experience, but please email any ques We are not setting a closing date but will fill the position as soon as we have a suitable candidate, so please do not delay your application!

 Apply in writing including an up to date CV to recruitment@haskins.co.uk 

Please also ensure that you complete our online application form which can be found here: https://www.birdworld.co.uk/join-our-team/#vacancies 

Questions on this role to HR@haskins.co.uk

 

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Bird Keeper

 

Bird Keeper

 

Birdworld

 

Birdworld currently has a vacancy for a bird keeper role.
The successful applicant will help the aviculture team in the daily husbandry needs of our large bird collection.
We are looking for a keen individual wishing to provide first class support within our avicultural team.
The ideal candidate will be fit, have a keen interest in birds, and be prepared to work in all weather conditions andhave at least 2 years working in a zoo with birds.

Full training will be given, though previous experience with avian husbandry is considered essential.

Closing Date: We are not setting a closing date but will fill the position as soon as we have a suitable candidate, so please do not delay your application!

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, willing and knowledgeable, whilst being keen to learn more and having a good team ethic.

Recent previous applicants need not apply.

The successful applicant should ideally be available to start working with us by early August 2021

Are you interested in joining our Team? What to do now…

 

Find out more about us: https://www.birdworld.co.uk/

 

Complete our online application form or submit your up to date CV to recruitment@haskins.co.uk

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Aviculture Team Lead

Aviculture Team Lead

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Aviculture Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The Aviculture team is responsible for the daily care of the main bird collection, comprising close to 200 species, and the Aquarium with 31 displays including fresh and saltwater. We are looking for an able bird keeper with proven practical skills and a hands on approach.  You will lead a team of dedicated keepers and work closely with other teams as well as with the curator to ensure high standards of animal care and public display are met at all times.

Required:

•  At least 4 years working in a zoological collection in a supervisory/ deputising capacity
•  Motivated individual who can lead a team effectively and communicate well with colleagues
•  Experience of artificial incubation and hand rearing of a variety of species· Experience in delivery of medications (as prescribed by our vet)
•  Basic DIY skills associated with enclosure maintenance and enrichment· Some experience in developing and maintaining planting within enclosures for both husbandry and visitor needs
•  Be comfortable in giving public keeper talks
•  Excellent written English
•  Understand the importance of good records and accurate, timely reporting
•  Ability to help to develop team members through training and assessment of skills
•  Full clean driving license
•  Passion for Birds and Conservation

Preferred:

•  Tertiary qualification in a biological science / Animal Management
•  Experience with ZIMS
•  Experience with force free animal training for husbandry / animal management

Applications should include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to:  Recruitment, Human Resources Department, Denys E. Head Limited, Holt Pound, Nr Farnham, United Kingdom, GU10 4LD

Please also complete our company online application form: https://www.forest-lodge.co.uk/job-application-form

Closing date for applications is: Friday 22 March 2019 though we reserve the right to close sooner, once we have sufficient applications.

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Birdworld

Birdworld currently has a vacancy for a junior keeper role.

The successful applicant will help the aviculture team in the daily husbandry needs of our large bird collection.

We are looking for a keen individual wishing to provide first class support within our avicultural team.

The ideal candidate will be fit, have a keen interest in birds, and be prepared to work in all weather conditions.

Full training will be given, though previous experience with avian husbandry would be a benefit.

Closing Date: We are not setting a closing date but will fill the position as soon as we have a suitable candidate, so please do not delay your application!

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, willing and knowledgeable, whilst being keen to learn more and having a good team ethic.

Closing date for applications is: 17th Nov 2017

The successful applicant should ideally be available to start work from 27th November 2017

Are you interested in joining our Team? What to do now…

Find out more about us https://birdworld.co.uk/

Apply in writing including an up to date CV to d.bolton@birdworld.co.uk and complete our on-lineapplication form.

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Junior Keeper

Junior Keeper

Birdworld 

Keeper Vacancy (12 month rolling contract) - Full-time 

Birdworld currently has a vacancy for a junior keeper role.

The successful applicant will help the keeping team in the daily husbandry needs of our aquarium, bird and mammal areas, with the main emphasis being in the aquarium.

We are looking for a keen individual wishing to join our enthusiastic team of dedicated keepers.

The ideal candidate will be fit, have a keen interest in aquatics, and be prepared to work in all weather conditions. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, willing and knowledgeable, whilst being keen to learn more and having a good team ethic.

Full training will be given, though previous experience with aquatic husbandry would be a benefit.

Closing date for applications is: 30th Jul 2017

To apply for this job:

Find out more about about the job and download the application form  HERE. Apply in writing including an up to date CV to a.zubiena@dehltd.co.uk and completed  on-line application form

Contact:        Duncan Bolton (d.bolton@birdworld.co.uk)

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Education Officer / Presenter

Education Officer / Presenter

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Education / Presentations Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The education team is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational sessions and presentations offered to the general public and to visiting schools and colleges. The team is specifically responsible for the training and husbandry of birds and animals used in presentations and also work with the aviculture team responsible for the husbandry and welfare of bird stock throughout the park. In addition to this the team produces content for park interpretation and species signs and delivers our outreach program to schools and care homes.

The education team works closely with the aviculture team, sharing responsibility for the provision of high quality animal husbandry and education throughout the park.

This role is with a passion for zoo education including both day visitors and formal group visits.

Required:

•        Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team

•        Confident in public speaking to audiences of all ages

•        Experience of keeping and training birds/animals

•        Excellent written English

•        Tertiary qualification in a biological science

•        Full, clean driving license

Preferred:

•        Experience with delivering presentations in a captive animal collection

•        Experience in the education sector

Applications should include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to:  Duncan A Bolton, Curator, Birdworld, Holt Pound, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 4LD

As this is a busy time post wise we will be happy to accept electronic applications

Which should be sent to: d.bolton@birdworld.co.uk

Closing date for applications is: Thursday 31st December 2015 and applicants should ideally be available for interview between 11th and 15th January 2016 and be available to start work by early February 2016 (Notice period will be honoured for current employers).

We reserve the right to stop accepting applications earlier than stated should we receive sufficient applications; please do not delay if you wish to apply for this position.

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Birdworld vacancy: Education Officer / Team Lead

Birdworld vacancy: Education Officer / Team Lead

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Education Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The education team is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational sessions and presentations offered to the general public and to visiting schools and colleges. The team is specifically responsible for the training and husbandry of birds and animals used in presentations and are included in the aviculture team responsible for the husbandry and welfare of bird stock throughout the park. In addition to this the team produces content for park interpretation and species signs and delivers our outreach program to schools and care homes.

The education team works closely with the aviculture team, sharing responsibility for the provision of high quality animal husbandry and education throughout the park.

This role is for our education champion and the successful applicant will be expected to help drive our educational and learning opportunities whilst remaining part of our wider team and contributing across the park accordingly.

Required:

•        Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team

•        Confident in public speaking to audiences of all ages

•        Experience of keeping and training birds/animals

•        Excellent written English

•        Tertiary qualification in a biological science

•        Full driving license

Preferred:

•        Experience with delivering presentations in a captive animal collection

•        Experience in the education sector

Applications should include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to:  Recruitment, Human Resources Department,

Denys E. Head Limited, Holt Pound, Nr Farnham, United Kingdom, GU10 4LD

Closing date for applications is: Monday 26th January 2015 and applicants should ideally be available for interview between 10th and 19th February and be available to start work no later than 16th March 2015.

Keeper / Aquarist – Underwater World

Birdworld, Farnham

Keeper / Aquarist – Underwater World

We have a vacancy for a Keeper / Aquarist to join our team.

The role will involve all aspects of water and stock management in our small aquarium ensuring high standards of animal welfare and public display.

We have over 30 aquatic displays within the aquarium, ranging from freshwater to marine and including dwarf crocodiles.

We are seeking someone with a proven record working in the aquatic environment, ideally in a public collection.

Our aquarium staff also assist with aquatic systems out in the wider bird park and with other tasks as necessary.

An understanding of water management and the care of a wide range of stock is required. An understanding of basic health and safety in the workplace is expected, some DIY skills and knowledge of the particular regulations affecting the operation of zoos would be beneficial.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, willing and knowledgeable, whilst being keen to learn more and having a good team ethic.

Are you interested in joining our Team? What to do now…

1. Find out more about us http://www.forest-lodge.co.uk/jobs_recruitment.shtml
2. Fill in our online application form and send us an up to date CV
3. E mail us for more information at human-resources@dehltd.co.uk

Closing date for applications 31st October 2014

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