Cover Keeper

Cover Keeper

Knowsley Safari

Liverpool

  

HOURS:                5 over 7 days per week, working an average of 40 hours per week

CONTRACT:                 Permanent, starting mid-January 2016

CLOSING DATE:        Sunday 29th November

SALARY:                Dependent on experience. Starting at £14,436 per annum

Opened in 1971 Knowsley Safari is one of the largest safari parks in the UK.  The park has five mile safari drive with a lion pride, white rhino and a variety of antelope species to name a few.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dedicated team of animal keepers. As Cover Keeper you will move around the animal division, working on all three sections with a variety of animals, providing cover as necessary.

The successful candidate will have an animal based qualification and will ideally have experience working within a zoological collection. You must have a strong team mentality, have the ability to use your initiative, and strive to develop and deliver high standards of animal husbandry and welfare across all sections of the Park. This is a physically demanding role and so candidates must be physically fit.

Due to our location as well as the nature of the job role, a full valid driving licence is essential. This permanent, full time position will include working bank holidays and weekends.

For more information details on how to apply for this position please visit our website at http://www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk/vacancies/

The closing date for application is Sunday 29th November 2015.

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Cover Keeper

A position has become available for the post of Cover Keeper at Newquay Zoo.  The post requires a hardworking, dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable individual, who will be expected to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, and be committed to the ongoing development of the zoo.

The ideal candidate should possess at least 2 years animal keeping experience within a BIAZA or EAZA recognised institution, and will have preferably completed, and passed, the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals.

Duties will include attending to the husbandry requirements of a variety of animals, predominantly birds, reptiles and amphibians, as directed by a Senior Keeper or the Head Keeper.  Daily observations of individual animals, completion of relevant records, and having the ability to answer visitors’ questions as required, in a courteous and informative manner, are fundamental for this position.

The closing date for applications is the 20^th September 2015.

Please apply, in writing, enclosing a full CV and covering letter to:-

Miss Sam Harley

Head Keeper

Newquay  Zoo

Trenance Gardens

Newquay

Cornwall

TR7 2LZ

Or alternatively

Email:-  sam.harley@newquayzoo.org.uk

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Cover Keeper/Presenter

Full Time (42.5 hours per week including one weekend day)

Fixed Term contract until 27 September 2015

Tropical Wings Zoo is a small family run zoo focusing on educating and inspiring all to respect animals and their environment.  

We are currently looking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individual with a lifelong passion for all animals to join our dedicated team of animal care staff.

The role involves:

General animal husbandry duties performed to very high standards.

Daily encounters requiring good presentation skills.

The ability to interact with visitors of all ages.

Requirements:

-       Previous animal husbandry experience within a zoological or animal collection essential

-       An animal related qualification

-       Driving licence preferred due to location

-       Excellent communication skills and be able to participate fully in our education and presentation programmes

This interesting and demanding job includes working Bank Holidays and other weekend days if we have specia events planned.

Please visit our website www.tropicalwings.co.uk for more details on how to apply.

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We are looking for an ambitious individual to join our animal care team. If you want to be part of one of the UK's fastest growing zoos and are excited about the prospect of being part of something new, this position might be for you!

Wingham Wildlife Park is a family run wildlife park with big emphasis on animal husbandry, conservation, education and safety for our animals, staff and visitors. We are looking for a like minded “team player” who would fit in amongst all bird and mammal sections. These sections includes a variety of species ranging from meerkats, warty pigs and marmosets through to tigers, tapirs and penguins.

The Candidate Will:

• Be able to communicate on a one-to-one basis as well as leading public talks to large crowds.
• Have some experience working with exotic species.
• Be comfortable working with carnivore feed preparation.
• Have relevant animal husbandry qualifications.
• Have a valid UK driving licence or have good access to transport links.

The Role Involves:

• Day to day husbandry of animals in our park.
• Giving talks to visitors about some of the species in the park.
• Strict adherence to safe working practices.
• Maintaining high standards around the park including emptying bins, weeding and window cleaning.

About Employment with WWP:

This full time position requires people to be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, including working on weekends, during school holidays and on bank holidays.

We give statutory holiday entitlement.

This trainee position will pay at the rate of the national minimum wage.

All applications to be address for the attention of Markus Wilder to info@winghamwildlifepark.co.uk along with a covering letter and CV. For applications to this particular job please use reference COV001 in the email title. Any applications through other channels will be disregarded.

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Cover Keeper

Paradise Wildlife Park

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate that can assist in developing and delivering high standards of animal care across animal sections within the park.

The species that are currently within these sections include large and small mammals, Birds, Primates, Hoof stock and Reptiles.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Follow animal husbandry, training and enrichment routines set by the section leaders.

• Maintain high standards of welfare and husbandry on sections

• Undertake & record animal observations

• Participate in animal management and veterinary intervention as required

• Contribute to education, media and marketing initiatives to encourage public understanding of animals and promote; including representing PWP at events

• Engage guests formally during presentations, informally during routine course of duties, and deliver experiences.

• Ensure an up-to-date knowledge of relevant best practice, and statutory regulations, including Health and Safety and environmental legislation

• Other duties to support effective and efficient site working as required, including: Fire Marshall, First Aider, company vehicle driver, including tractor trailer, Litter picking/rubbish removal/sweeping and general cleaning in order to maintain high standards. (nb - full training will be a given prior to the post holder being required to undertake new tasks)

Requirements

The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of animal husbandry and a strong team mentality to achieve the team’s objectives. This position requires a minimum of 4 years experience of working with exotic species.

You must provide excellent customer care at all times and have excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and possess strong verbal communication skills, as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

A full UK driving licence would be beneficial.

This is a full time position, which will include bank holidays and weekends on a flexible rotated basis. The salary for this position will be between 16,000 and 16,965 depending on experience.

Please submit all applications in writing with a CV to: Head Keeper, Yianna Cooling at Yianna@pwpark.com

Closing date: Monday 16th February 2015

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Cover Keeper

Cover Keeper

A position has become available for the post of Cover Keeper at Newquay Zoo.  The post requires a hardworking, dedicated, enthusiastic and reliable individual, who will be expected to work on their own initiative and as part of a team, and be committed to the ongoing development of the zoo.

The ideal candidate should possess at least 2 years animal keeping experience and will have preferably completed, and passed, the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals.

Duties will include attending to the husbandry requirements of a variety of animals, predominantly with ungulates and carnivores, as directed by a Senior Keeper or the Head Keeper.  Daily observations of individual animals, completion of relevant records, and having the ability to answer visitors’ questions as required, in a courteous and informative manner, are fundamental for this position.

The closing date for applications is the 23rd February 2014.

Please apply, in writing, enclosing a full CV and covering letter to:-

Head Keeper

Newquay  Zoo

Trenance Gardens

Newquay

Cornwall

TR7 2LZ

Or alternatively

Email:-  sam.harley@newquayzoo.org.uk

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Cover Keeper

Cover Keeper

Drayton Manor

Staffordshire

Drayton Manor Zoo is seeking to appoint a Cover Keeper. This is a full time permanent position providing cover for staff on days off on various sections.

The successful candidate will have experience working in a zoological collection and will ideally have passed the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals and have experience of working with a broad range of animals. The successful candidate will be expected to be very personable and able to communicate well with the visitors, including delivering public talks. The successful candidate will also be enthusiastic, reliable and a good team player.

If you feel you have the experience and skills we seek and you are hardworking, flexible and have a passion for this area, we are very keen to hear from you. Please apply with a full CV detailing all previous experience by post only and details of your current and expected remuneration to: 

Zoo Manager,

 Drayton Manor Park,

 Tamworth,

 Staffs,

 B78 3TW. 

Closing date for applications June 30th

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Assistant head keeper - Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park

Applicant will report to the head keeper and owner, must be knowledgeable in mammals, birds, sea lions, penguins, primates, lions, wallabies, fish, birds of prey, etc.
Must have relevant experience and qualifications in Animal Management and Husbandry.

Must be able to carry out the head keeper's instructions, to supervise staff and organise work rotas, to stand in when head keeper is away, to report to head keeper, and to cover sections as and where necessary.

Please contact Lynn Coggin on 01271 882486 to arrange an interview or for further information.

Closing date January 31 2011
Applicant needed as soon as possible

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We are seeking to recruit a new keeper to join our team.
This is a full- time permanent position which will encompass working with all species within the zoo collection.

This is a varied and challenging role and the successful applicant will join our keepers whose primary role it is to provide cover for sections in the absence of section staff on days off and holidays.

The successful applicant will need to be a highly motivated, hardworking individual who has a good understanding of animal welfare and has previous experience of working with a variety of species.

Applicants should also hold a qualification Zoo Animal Management.

We do not have on site accommodation.

Closing date for applications is Friday 24th September 2010.

Please send full CV and covering letter to Mrs J Roberts, Zoo Manager, Drayton Manor Park, Tamworth, Staffs, B78 3TW

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COLCHESTER ZOO COVER KEEPER

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COVER  KEEPER

Colchester Zoo is currently looking to recruit a qualified animal keeper to work as a cover keeper for a number of animal sections within the Zoo.

The post will require the successful applicant to work with a range of species and staff on a number of different sections as and when they need cover due to staff holidays or when assistance is needed with large jobs.

The sections include Small Mammals, Birds, Primates and Reptiles and the position requires a quick learner who is flexible in their work and can adapt quick to change. The successful applicant will need to be a highly motivated, hard working individual with at least 1 years experience working in a zoological collection.

Excellent animal husbandry skills are essential and experience with any Small Mammals, Birds, Primates or Reptiles is preferable. Applicants must hold a qualification in the Zoo animal management certificate or equivalent and have a full valid driving licence. This position is a full time position working 5 days per week on a 7 day rota, so will include weekends and public holidays.

Please apply online at humanresources@colchester-zoo.co.uk  or send your CV to Colchester Zoo Ltd., Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0SL Closing date for applications 28th May 2010

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Flamingo Land Zoo - Experienced Zoo Keeper

Experienced Zoo Keeper - Flamingo Land Zoo

Closing date: 01 May 2009

Flamingo Land zoological department is looking for an experienced zoo keeper to join our team. Flamingo Land is one of the leading tourist attractions in the UK, attracting more than 1.4 million visitors each year. The zoo is in an exciting phase of development that has recently seen the creation of a number of themed zoogeographic areas and the development of the education and conservation departments. The successful candidate will be working primarily within the carnivore section, but may be required to cover other sections including primates. All of our zoo keepers are encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include research, environmental enrichment and education.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of two years experience working with large carnivores within a zoo environment. Additional experience working with primates would be an advantage.

The successful candidate should be qualified to degree level, ideally with a biology related degree. Completion of the ANCMZA would be seen as an advantage.

Please send a CV and covering letter before 01 May 2009 to:

Ross Snipp
Ross.Snipp@flamingoland.co.uk

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Ross Snipp
Zoo Manager
Flamingo Land
Kirby Misperton
Malton
North Yorkshire
YO17 6UX
01653668287 ext 267

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