Aquarist (Maternity Cover)

Aquarist (Maternity Cover)

The Deep 

East Yorkshire

The aquarist is an integral part of the husbandry team, reporting to the senior staff in this department.

Terms

This post is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.  The contract will start in July 2017 and will terminate on 30 June 2018. The salary is £17.607 per annum.

The hours of work are 39 per week over 5 days, working one in three weekends on a rota basis. Some out of hours and bank holiday work can also be expected due to the nature of the job. Other benefits include 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays and pension scheme.

Job summary

The main duties involved in the position will be participation in the routine preparation of feeds, feeding and maintenance of the displays and quarantine. This will involve working with other team members to maintain the exhibits, livestock and life support systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of livestock and exhibits to an exemplary standard that fulfils zoo licensing and curatorial standards.
• Adherence to company policies with regards to record keeping, water testing, aquatic animal health monitoring and safe working practices.
• Actively contribute to research programmes undertaken by the Husbandry Department.
• To assist in the positive promotion of the image of The Deep at all times.
• Ensure that the company’s policy on Health and Safety is adhered to during your work activities.
• Comply with the staffing rota as set out by Senior Staff.
• Aid the husbandry department to achieve the target of maintaining the fabric of The Deep to a standard acceptable to the Chief Executive.
• Co-operate fully with the entire staff of The Deep with the aim of making The Deep a truly world class Visitor Attraction.
• Aid the senior husbandry staff in developing any new exhibition areas/revised displays.
• Participate in staff training and assessment.

Other

• The successful applicant shall also be required to undertake any general duties as determined by their line manager.
• A reasonable amount of physical work will be involved in carrying out your duties.
• You are expected to participate in all training provided by The Deep.
• Due to the nature of the business the successful applicant will be required to work some weekends and evenings.

Person Specification

Essential:

Can demonstrate:

• Knowledge of tropical marine systems and fish husbandry.
• A desire to work with a variety of animals from invertebrates to penguins.
• A commitment to The Deep, and its environmental and ethical policies  
• Enthusiasm and commitment to working in animal care.
• Self-motivation and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• Excellent team-working skills and good verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Reliability (exemplary time-keeping and attendance)
• Qualification in biology, marine biology, zoology and/or general science at college or university level or equivalent experience.
• Good knowledge of principles of zoology, aquatic biology and a keen interest in environmental matters.
• A willingness to learn and a commitment to self-improvement.

Desirable:

• Demonstrable commitment to animal conservation either through voluntary work placements, projects or fundraising events.
• A knowledge of terrestrial invertebrate husbandry is advantageous.
• Good practical ability with items such as pumps and filters.
• Good problem solving skills
• A keen interest in marine matters.
• Knowledge of amphibian and reptile species and their husbandry.
• A dive qualification of minimum PADI Rescue diver and ability to pass a HSE dive medical.

To apply for this job:

Download and complete application form from HERE or collect a paper application form from The Deep visitor attraction reception or retail desk between 10am and 5pm each day.

For queries please contact: Louise Kirby at louise.kirby@thedeep.co.uk 

01482 381004.  

Deadline for receipt of completed application 9am, Monday 3rd July 2017.

Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 10th July 2017.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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Chief Executive

Chief Executive

The Deep

Hull

Salary circa £100,000

The Deep is the most commercially successful of all the Millennium landmark projects. Designed by Sir Terry Farrell, The Deep visitor attraction opened in 2002 and has to date welcomed over 6,000,000 visitors becoming an icon of success and triggering a renaissance in its home City of Hull. The facility also includes a successful business centre catering to knowledge-based industries.

Powered by this commercial success, The Deep has established itself as a respected educational and environmental charity and a genuine force in marine conservation. It has chaired and hosted the Net Gain project which established a network of Marine Conservation Zones along the East Coast and continues to work on projects from Coral propagation to Shark and Ray conservation in the Sudan, alongside Equipe Cousteau. A new and unique partnership with the IUCN Red List has also recently been pioneered.

A member of BIAZA, EAZA and the Eco Attractions Group, The Deep represents a new sustainable relationship between Hull and the oceans.

With the current Chief Executive, Colin Brown, retiring this is an exciting opportunity to lead an organisation of regional, national and international significance through the next phase of its development.

The Chief Executive will provide effective and inspirational leadership to the visitor attraction, the business centre and to the charity their income supports. They will provide proposals for The Deep`s longer term plans and strategies as well as providing leadership to the Senior Management Team.

They will inspire, motivate and engage the “Crew” of the Deep and develop constructive relationships with other stakeholders notably Kingston upon Hull`s City Council, the University of Hull, our staff and the wider city. They will attend a monthly Trustees’ meeting and work closely with the Chair and individual Trustees as required.

The role requires someone with both well rounded operational management skills and the ability to take a strategic lead. It requires excellent people skills, an entrepreneurial spirit and an understanding of how this needs to be tempered in a charitable setting.

They will be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of customers, staff and stakeholders articulating a clear and compelling vision for this unique organisation.

They will share our commitment to excellence and to our charitable aims.

For more information and to apply on-line, please visit www.thedeep.co.uk/jobs.

For an informal conversation before submitting your application, please contact Colin Brown, Chief Executive, 01482 381001.

Please note that the closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 6 February 2017.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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Marine IUCN Red List Officer

Marine IUCN Red List Officer

Job Description

Job Title:	The Deep: Marine IUCN Red List Officer. (IUCN: International Union for the Conservation of Nature)
IUCN Programme:	Marine Biodiversity Unit, UK Regional Office, The Deep.
Line Manager:	Katy Duke, The Deep Kent Carpenter, Marine Biodiversity Unit
Salary:	£27,000 per annum, 39 hours per week. This is a permanent contract
JOB SUMMARY
The Deep, one of the largest public aquariums in the United Kingdom, has a research associate position available which includes participation in a project to assess the risk of extinction for a large number of marine species for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species through a collaborative initiative with the IUCN Global Species Programme. The primary responsibilities will include species-specific background research to assist with the Red Listing process, organizing and facilitating international workshops and meetings, and writing proposals, reports and scientific papers. The post holder will play a key role in progressing the Global Marine Species Assessment, towards the initial goal of assessing 20,000 marine species by 2020. In addition they will be required to assist with the development and delivery of a conservation education programme for the general public as part of The Deep’s education remit.  The post holder will also advise and assist in the development of a model to encourage other aquariums to further engage with Red Listing and to showcase The Deep’s leadership in this effort. This position will report to both the IUCN Global Marine Species Assessment (GMSA) Manager and The Deep’s Curator.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Key functions as The Deep, Marine IUCN Red List Officer:    With the GMSA Manager and the GMSA postdoctoral researcher, jointly oversee the assessment process of priority marine species for publication on the IUCN Red List. This includes: o   Researching and writing assessments for priority marine species; o   Serving as reviewer for assessments prior to publication. ·        Contribute to development and implementation of projects that support the objectives of the GMSA. This includes: Species-specific background research, Organising and facilitating international workshops and meetings, Writing proposals, reports and scientific papers Engaging with and liaising with stakeholders and partners of the GMSA and The Deep Play a key role in contributing and promoting The Deep / IUCN partnership and the IUCN Red List To The Deep staff and visitors through occasional talks, workshops and classroom activities Various media and conference opportunities to the general public, the aquarium and zoo community and the wider conservation community. Developing the public conservation engagement messages With the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC) Director of Specialist Group partnerships, build Red List Assessment capacity across the European aquarium community:  o   Develop a model for engaging, training and sustaining aquarium staff in Red List methodology and assessment tools. ·        Line-manage Red List interns and volunteers as needed. ·        Receive training and ongoing development through the GMSA and the IUCN Red List Unit. ·        Developing funding proposals and funding activities for Red List workshops. Other responsibilities: Extend own knowledge of scientific issues relevant to the work of the SSC and pursue training in required skills; Undertake any other duties as needed
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION
Essential: Minimum of an MSc in Marine Biology, Zoology, Oceanography, Conservation Biology or related field. Thesis topic in marine conservation biology or marine ecology. A high level of proficiency in scientific writing in English. An appreciation of the role of Aquariums and Zoos in conservation. A commitment to The Deep and its environmental policies. Self-motivation. Team working skills and good verbal communication skills. Attention to detail, a willingness to learn and a commitment to self-improvement. Ability to communicate effectively between stakeholders. Desirable: Demonstrable commitment to animal conservation either through voluntary work placements, projects or fundraising events. Demonstrable experience in scientific and public engagement, including good presentation skills. Knowledge of the IUCN Red List methods. Experience in modelling and spatial analysis in ecology. Experience in geographical information systems. Proficiency in Spanish or French. Supervising skills.

TO APPLY:

Complete an application form on-line at www.thedeep.co.uk  

For queries please contact: Louise Kirby at louise.kirby@thedeep.co.uk, +44 1482 381004.

Deadline for receipt of completed application 9am, Monday 8^th February 2016

Interviews likely the weeks commencing the 22^nd February and 29^th February 2016

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VACANCY: AQUARIST - MATERNITY COVER, THE DEEP

The Aquarist is an integral part of the Husbandry team, reporting to the senior staff in this department.

TERMS

This post is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave and will terminate in November 2016. The salary is £17262 per annum. 

The hours of work are 39 per week, working one in three weekends on a rota basis. Some out of hours and bank holiday work can also be expected due to the nature of the job. Other benefits include 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays and pension scheme.

JOB SUMMARY

The main duties involved in the position will be participation in the routine feeding and maintenance of the displays and quarantine. This will involve working with other team members to maintain the displays, livestock and Life Support Systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•        Maintenance of livestock and exhibits to an exemplary standard that fulfils zoo licensing and curatorial standards.

•        Adherence to company policies with regards to record keeping, water testing, aquatic animal health monitoring and safe working practices.

•        Actively contribute to research programmes undertaken by the Husbandry Department.

•        To assist in the positive promotion of the image of The Deep at all times.

•        Ensure that the company’s policy on Health and Safety is adhered to during your work activities.

•        Comply with the staffing rota as set out by Senior Staff.

•        Aid the Husbandry department to achieve the target of maintaining the fabric of The Deep to a standard acceptable to the Chief Executive.

•        Co-operate fully with the entire staff of The Deep with the aim of making The Deep a truly world class Visitor Attraction.

•        Aid the senior Husbandry staff in developing any new exhibition areas/revised displays.

•        Participate in staff training and assessment.

OTHER

•        The successful applicant shall also be required to undertake any general duties as determined by their line manager.

•        A reasonable amount of physical work will be involved in carrying out your duties.

•        You are expected to participate in all training provided by The Deep.

•        Due to the nature of the business the successful applicant will be required to work some weekends and evenings.

Person Specification

Essential:

Can demonstrate:

•        Knowledge of terrestrial invertebrate species and their husbandry.

•        A commitment to The Deep, and its environmental and ethical policies  

•        Enthusiasm and commitment to working in animal care.

•        Self-motivation.

•        Excellent team-working skills and good verbal communication skills.

•        Excellent attention to detail.

•        Reliability (good time-keeping and attendance)

•        Qualification in biology, marine biology, zoology and/or general science at college or university level.

•        Good knowledge of principles of zoology, aquatic biology and a keen interest in environmental matters.

•        A willingness to learn and a commitment to self-improvement.

Desirable:

•        Demonstrable commitment to animal conservation either through voluntary work placements, projects or fundraising events.

•        Good practical ability with items such as pumps and filters.

•        A keen interest in marine matters.

•        Knowledge of amphibian and reptile species and their husbandry.

•        A dive qualification.

TO APPLY:

Download and complete application form from www.thedeep.co.uk or collect a paper application form from The Deep visitor attraction reception or retail desk between 10am and 5pm each day.  For queries please contact: Louise Kirby at louise.kirby@thedeep.co.uk, 01482 381004.  Deadline for receipt of completed application 9am, Monday 16 November 2015.  Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 23 November 2015.

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Aquarist

AQUARIST

The Deep

Hull

The Aquarist is an integral part of the Husbandry team, reporting to the senior staff in this department.

TERMS

This post is a fixed term contract to cover maternity leave and will terminate in November 2016. The salary is £17262 per annum.

The hours of work are 39 per week, working one in three weekends on a rota basis. Some out of hours and bank holiday work can also be expected due to the nature of the job. Other benefits include 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays and pension scheme.

JOB SUMMARY
The main duties involved in the position will be participation in the routine feeding and maintenance of the displays and quarantine. This will involve working with other team members to maintain the displays, livestock and Life Support Systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Maintenance of livestock and exhibits to an exemplary standard that fulfils zoo licensing and curatorial standards. 
•    Adherence to company policies with regards to record keeping, water testing, aquatic animal health monitoring and safe working practices.
•    Actively contribute to research programmes undertaken by the Husbandry Department.
•    To assist in the positive promotion of the image of The Deep at all times.
•    Ensure that the company’s policy on Health and Safety is adhered to during your work activities.
•    Comply with the staffing rota as set out by Senior Staff.
•    Aid the Husbandry department to achieve the target of maintaining the fabric of The Deep to a standard acceptable to the Chief Executive.
•    Co-operate fully with the entire staff of The Deep with the aim of making The Deep a truly world class Visitor Attraction.
•    Aid the senior Husbandry staff in developing any new exhibition areas/revised displays.
•    Participate in staff training and assessment.

OTHER
•    The successful applicant shall also be required to undertake any general duties as determined by their line manager.
•    A reasonable amount of physical work will be involved in carrying out your duties.
•    You are expected to participate in all training provided by The Deep.
•    Due to the nature of the business the successful applicant will be required to work some weekends and evenings. 



Person Specification 

Essential:
Can demonstrate:
•    Knowledge of terrestrial invertebrate species and their husbandry.
•    A commitment to The Deep, and its environmental and ethical policies 
•    Enthusiasm and commitment to working in animal care.
•    Self-motivation.
•    Excellent team-working skills and good verbal communication skills.
•    Excellent attention to detail.
•    Reliability (good time-keeping and attendance)
•    Qualification in biology, marine biology, zoology and/or general science at college or university level.
•    Good knowledge of principles of zoology, aquatic biology and a keen interest in environmental matters. 
•    A willingness to learn and a commitment to self-improvement.

Desirable:
•    Demonstrable commitment to animal conservation either through voluntary work placements, projects or fundraising events. 
•    Good practical ability with items such as pumps and filters.
•    A keen interest in marine matters.
•    Knowledge of amphibian and reptile species and their husbandry.
•    A dive qualification. 


TO APPLY:
Download and complete application form from www.thedeep.co.uk or collect a paper application form from The Deep visitor attraction reception or retail desk between 10am and 5pm each day.  For queries please contact: Louise Kirby at louise.kirby@thedeep.co.uk, 01482 381004.  Deadline for receipt of completed application 9am, Monday 16 November 2015.  Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 23 November 2015.