Aviculture and Captive Animal Manager

Aviculture and Captive Animal Manager

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre

Full time, Permanent

Circa £26,000 per annum

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is the largest international wetland conservation charity in the UK. Our mission is to promote, protect and develop wetlands and their wildlife. WWT operates nine visitor centres in the UK aimed at bringing people closer to wetland wildlife.

Exciting times are coming to Martin Mere, where we are planning considerable investment in redeveloping our zoological collection. As a result, we are looking to recruit a creative individual, with both avicultural and personnel management experience, to take responsibility for our already outstanding collection of wetland birds and mammals, to support our exciting redevelopment plans and to bring a team of keepers along for the ride.

The successful candidate will ensure that their team performs at the highest level, be instrumental in improving animal husbandry, build strong working relationships with other departments and contribute to developing new exhibits.

Other duties will include public engagement and keeping the grounds to a high standard of presentation.

You will form part of the duty management team and there is the option of a rent-free, on-site cottage, overlooking the mere, in return for providing some out of hours emergency cover.

The successful candidate will be educated to A level standard, or equivalent, with previous animal husbandry experience, in particular, aviculture.  Previous personnel management is essential, as are excellent communication skills. Experience of the design and development of exhibits and horticultural management are desirable.

Previous applicants need not apply

For more information, and to apply for the role, please visit http://jobs.wwt.org.uk/vacancies/

Closing date for applications is the 28^th January 2014

Interviews will take place on the 5^th February 2014

Saving wetlands for wildlife and people

Registered Charity Number England & Wales, no 1030884 and Scotland, no SC039410 

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Aviculture and Captive Animal Manager

Aviculture and Captive Animal Manager

WWT Martin Mere

Lancashire

Full time, Permanent

£22,571 per annum

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a leading wetland conservation organisation saving wetlands for wildlife and people across the world.  We have a network of visitor centres dedicated to engaging people with wetlands and their wildlife including over 2,000 hectares of wetland habitats.

We are looking to recruit a hardworking, enthusiastic individual to manage the animal collection and grounds at WWT Martin Mere. Managing a team of four staff and volunteers, you will be responsible for implementing the animal collection plan whilst achieving annual targets of the captive breeding programme. Ensuring that the five freedoms for animal care are met and taking responsibility for the implementation of best practice rules and guidelines set out in WWT’s avicultural manual series will also form part of the role.

Other duties will include promoting public education by providing information to the visitors about the exhibited species and their natural habitats, and keeping the exhibits at a high standard of presentation.

You will also be responsible for forming part of the duty management of the site and out of hours cover. In light of this, a rent free, on-site cottage may be available with the position.

The successful candidate will be educated to GCSE standard or equivalent with previous animal husbandry in particular aviculture.   Excellent communication skills are also essential to the role and horticulture experience is desirable.

For more information, and to apply for the role, please visit http://jobs.wwt.org.uk/vacancies/

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Animal Manager - Isle of Wight Zoo

Animal Manager

Isle of Wight Zoo



v Permanent position

v Full time: 40 hours per week

v Salary: £18,000 +

v Post commences: October 2011


General information:

The Isle of Wight Zoo is the Island’s original and leading zoo specializing in big cats and lemurs. It is located on the popular east coast of the Isle of Wight overlooking a spectacular sandy beach just half an hour’s drive away from the capital town. The zoo is privately operated by a proactive and dedicated team.

A valuable and exciting opportunity has arisen for an Animal Manager to join our organization to manage the day-to-day activities for the Animal Department activities while assisting with future development of the living collection. This role will work in partnership with the Education and Conservation Department to ensure that the collection is utilized to its best potential throughout both informal and formal education programmes and contributes towards the wider conservation of the natural world.

Additional information:

The successful candidate will have a strong motivation towards team work and leadership and be dedicated to achieving the highest standards for the animal care department. A desire to make a personal contribution to an up-and-coming zoo is a key aspect of this post. Relevant people management and animal care experience is essential. This post will be required to provide duty manager support in the absence of key personnel.


Key personality attributes:

v Reliable with a strong work ethic

v Resilient and determined, able to perform under pressure

v Positive ‘can do’ attitude, self-motivating and pro-active

v Excellent interpersonal skills with good sense of humour

v Flexible, innovative and ability to ‘think on your feet’

v Enthusiastic, morale boosting and inspiring

v Energetic, fast-working and efficient

v Personal desire for high standards with good eye for detail


Required:

v Ability to lead, manage and train a small team of keepers to ensure the highest standards of animal care and visitor experience are maintained at all times

v Work hands-on with the animal collection

v Knowledgeable and experienced in the welfare management and exhibition of zoo animals

v Excellent organization skills to ensure optimum operational efficiency

v Experience in delivering informal education to the visiting public

v Ability to work with students and volunteers

v Must be prepared to work some weekends and have a flexible attitude towards working hours

v Good health and physical fitness


Advantageous:

v Experience working with large felids, primates, small mammals and reptiles

v Duty Manager experience within a zoo or associated organization

v Technically competent with animal records keeping systems eg ARKS

v Full driving license

v ANC or equivalent Animal Management qualification

v Firearms license and experience


Application process:

Please visit our website: http://www.isleofwightzoo.com/  for further information and to fill out an application form. Apply to the Operations Manager, via letter or email enclosing the form along with an up-to-date C.V, detailing relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

Closing date for applications: 12 October 2011



Isle of Wight Zoo
Sandown
Isle of Wight
PO36 8QB

operations@isleofwightzoo.com

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ANIMAL MANAGER - Knowsley Safari Park

ANIMAL MANAGER - Knowsley Safari Park

Knowsley Safari Park is approaching its 40th year as an iconic North West attraction, and, following the reorganisation of the Animal Division and the appointment of a new Head of the department, is now looking to appoint his deputy to help lead the Safari Park into a new era in which research and conservation play a greater part than ever before. We have a great team of staff whose abilities, ideas and energies need good hands on leadership; we also have a great collection of animals which need the highest standards of care. The Animal Manager will be central to the success of both.

In this person, we are looking for an excellent people manager with a wealth of animal experience under their belt. A specialism in pachyderms is a must with the ability to make a positive contribution to, not only the Animal Division, but the Park as a whole. We are looking for a hands on, motivational individual with the ability to develop and mentor staff as well as having understanding of how an animal collection and visitor attraction operates.

The position is full time, working 5 out of 7 days in the week. Hours will include bank holidays and weekends. For more information about the Park, please check our website http://www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk/

In return, Knowsley Safari Park is offering a salary of £25k to £30k as well as on-site accommodation, a generous pension scheme and ongoing training.

For an application form and further details about the position, please email Human Resources at t.mcshane@knowsley.com clearly stating the reference number in the subject box of the email specifying whether you wish details to be emailed or posted.

Closing date: Wed 21 July 2010 at 5pm
First Interviews: Mon 2 Aug 2010 and Tue 3 Aug 2010

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Living Collection Curator

Curator: Living Collection

A vacancy for an experienced people manager with a proven Keeping background and ideally a specialist working knowledge of Carnivores, Ungulates or Primates has arisen at Zoo SA. The role is predominantly Monarto Based and is responsible for the Living Collection and the management of the Employees, systems and processes associated with the collection.


The role is Monday to Friday, though there will be a requirement to participate in the Duty Officer roster, which is approximately 1 weekend in 8. Salary will depend on experience and will be in accordance with the Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA).

Summary of Responsibilities


The Curator, Living Collections is a ZSA staff leadership position. Under minimal supervision and within specified guidelines, efficiently and manage the Monarto Collection, including;

The effective supervision, professional development and support to over 20 staff;

Maintaining a Zoos SA operational focus, including proactive management of the collection and associated plans;

Encouraging employee involvement in; education, conservation and environmental research;

Positively influencing and managing organisational change.

Project and budget targets consistently achieved and;

Strong internal relationships and partnerships.


Experience and Qualifications


Previous proven management experience in a similar role is essential. A Certificate III or equivalent in Zoo Keeping. Possession of a relevant certificate IV would be advantageous as completion of this will be a requirement of the role. Management qualifications would be advantageous.



How to Apply


Please contact Vicky Whiteway, HR Department for a copy of the Position Description and/ or to apply please e-mail vwhiteway@zoossa.com.au

Applications should include a CV and a covering letter addressing the criteria as listed above.

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 26th May 2010

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Rare Species Conservation Centre - HEAD KEEPER/ANIMAL MANAGER

POSITION HAS NOW BEEN FILLED



POSITION VACANT: HEAD KEEPER/ANIMAL MANAGER


Rare Species Conservation Centre.


We are looking to recruit a hands on Head Keeper/Animal Manager to oversee all aspects of the day to day running of the centre. The role includes staff management, animal management and also animal keeping. You will be working with a myriad of unusual species from reptiles to larger carnivores and Tapir,
running a small and dedicated team in a very personal environment.


Salary Circa £20K plus (Depending on experience) plus performance bonus.


The position would suit a fit, practical all rounder, who has
previous experience working with a comprehensive range of exotic
species. This position would also suit an individual who is capable of taking
on their first management type role, and would enjoy running a small zoological establishment.
Very high standards of hygiene and personal organization are
essential. As are personal appearance and communication skills, as
you are often communicating directly to visitors. Must enjoy
working in a small team and on your own initiative. An Interest in
horticulture a plus and ability to operate ARKS essential.

Accommodation is not included with this position.

Location: Sandwich, Kent, United Kingdom.

To apply, please email a covering letter and C.V. to:
info@rarespeciesconservationcentre.org


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Animal manager position - Amazon World Zoo Park

Animal manager position - Amazon World Zoo Park

Amazon World Zoo Park is a member of both BIAZA and EAZA and houses one of the best collection of South American and Rainforest animals in Europe. We are looking to enhance our team with a hardworking, motivated animal manager. This is a unique opportunity for the right applicant as you will have the chance to work with a wide variety of animals not normally seen in UK zoos.

You must have knowledge and experience of ARKS, staff management, and animal transfers, the Animal management qualification or equivalent, a full driving licence plus at least 4 years practical experience in a supervisory position in a zoo environment.

If you believe you can bring something special to our team, please send your CV with a covering letter and references, by post to:

Amazon World Zoo Park,
Watery Lane
Newchurch
Isle of Wight
PO36 0LX

E-mail applications will not be accepted. Closing date: 24th August 2008


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Captive Animal Manager - Slimbridge

Captive Animal Manager - Slimbridge

37.5 Hours per week
£20,453 - £21,529 pa

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is the largest international wetland conservation charity in the UK. Our mission is to promote, protect and develop wetlands and their wildlife. WWT operates nine visitor centres in the UK aimed at bringing people closer to wetland wildlife.

The Slimbridge Centre is looking for a Captive Animal Manager to take responsibility for the care, husbandry and breeding of our captive mammal species within the Centre and to maintain the horticultural and general maintenance of their exhibits. You will develop and implement a programme of daily talks/presentations for visitors and supervise the non-aviculture exhibits including Toad Hall and The Tropical House.

The successful candidate will be educated to A-Level standard or equivalent with practical experience of working with mammals including a knowledge of husbandry and breeding techniques. The ability to manage a small team is essential.

To apply for this position please visit our website at www.wwt.org.uk to download an application pack. Alternatively you can email recruitment@wwt.org.uk or write to HR Department, WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

Closing date for applications is 15th August 2008.


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