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Showing posts with label zoo experience. Show all posts

Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Trainee Displays Supervisor



Trainee Displays Supervisor

Bristol Aquarium seeks Trainee Displays Supervisor

Salary: £17,077 pa + Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium animals

The Opportunity
We are looking to recruit an experienced aquarist with a minimum of three years experience who is looking to take the next step in their career development.

We are offering you the chance to develop your skills by combining your role as an aquarist simultaneously completing a distance learning Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium animals provided by Sparsholt College in conjunction with BIAZA, funded by us. This is a two year nationally recognised industry qualification, City and Guilds level 3.

Whilst we do not guarantee a permanent position as a displays supervisor you will be best placed to take advantage of opportunities as they arise. Animal attractions form a large part of Aspro Parks with 80 centres operating in 11 countries across Europe.

About Bristol Aquarium
In your aquarist position at Bristol Aquarium you will have a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of aquatic species and habitat displays, including a large selection of temperate marine exhibits, a botanical house, tropical freshwater exhibits and a large range of tropical marine displays that include a stunning 250,000 litre coral seas display. In addition you will be actively involved in the operation and maintenance of the LSS and delivering a range of informative and inspiring talks to our visitors.

About You
You have already been working as an aquarist for a minimum of 3 years; have an understanding of science equivalent to grades A-C at GCSE level; familiar with IT and computers and may already have completed a relevant degree or vocational course.

You are keen to learn and progress and wish to develop supervisory and leadership skills as well as continue to develop your knowledge of Zoo and Aquarium operations.

You should be a natural communicator with an ability to transfer your infectious enthusiasm for our aquarium to guests and colleagues alike.

This is full time post working on a rotation basis which includes regular weekends and bank holidays.

Apply Now!
If you have the attributes, experience and enthusiasm we are looking for please apply with covering letter along with your CV to Janeen Yates, Group HR Manager, c/o Deep Sea Leisure Plc, Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 9LF. Email: recruitment@asprouk.com

Your covering letter WILL be used as a sifting mechanism so make sure it stands out from the crowd!

Closing Date: Sunday, 28th April 2019

Work Location: Bristol Aquarium, Anchor Road, Bristol BS1 5TT
If this position receives high volumes of applications we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than stated, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
We do recognize the time and effort it takes to apply for a position, but as an employer of choice we receive a high volume of applications and in the interests of economy, Aspro UK does not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful in their application; consequently if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Anchor Road, Bristol, BS1 5TT, United Kingdom





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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Apprentice Aquarist



Apprentice Aquarist

Miami Seaquarium Position Opening - Aquarist

Miami Seaquarium is seeking qualified applicants for all levels of aquarists.  The basic requirements of the position are listed below.  As part of the Aquatics team, aquarists work with the collection of fish and invertebrates that showcase the amazing aquatic animals and habitats of Florida.



Minimum requirements:

  • 18 years old and college degree in Marine/Life Science or related field, or commensurate experience.

  • 2+ years experience working as an Aquarist at an accredited animal aquarium or zoo (HC or AZA) or in a professional animal environment such as an aquaculture facility.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of general fish and invertebrate biology, nutrition, natural history and behavior.

  • Proven experience with habitat maintenance, animal food preparation & nutrition requirements, general husbandry practices and animal restraint/capture techniques.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of life support system operations and design.

  • Proven experience with performing animal interactions with guests.

  • Demonstrated excellent animal observation and record keeping skills.

  • Demonstrated professional presentation skills.

  • Pass all required department tests, including a swim test.

  • SCUBA certification from an internationally recognized certifying agency.

  • Basic computer skills.

  • Ability to recognize and correct normal operational challenges or seek prompt assistance from senior personnel.

  • Possess the characteristics of an Animal Care professional demonstrating competence, professionalism, teamwork, mutual respect and commitment to the mission of Miami Seaquarium.


For full details and to apply please click HERE







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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Discovery Officer



A wonderful opportunity has risen for a Community Officer to join our growing learning team.

This role will lead our community education provision. This aspect of our work includes working with under -privileged groups such as young carers, promoting careers and aspirations within the local area and running programs which aim to improved health and wellbeing for people of all ages.

The post also involves promoting conservation and behaviour change initiatives with guests on and off site. This includes our schools ‘Roadshow’ provision and touch tables, talks and events at the park.

Our mission is to connect communities with the natural world for the benefit of future generations and this role will help to deliver this through supporting, developing and growing new partnerships taking our Safari based initiatives and messages out into the community, into schools and universities and to external organisations.

We’re looking for a bubbly, energetic, highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills, who has an interest in wildlife and conservation issues with the enthusiasm to share this with others.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a delivery based role required (including in zoos, schools, youth organisations)

You will be expected to work flexibly working annualised hours in line with the seasonality of the business. This will include weekends and bank holidays.

For more information on the role, please download our recruitment pack here.

HOW TO APPLY

Application form together with CV should be sent to recruitment@knowsley.com, please no postal applications

Please click here for application form.

Interviews for this role will be held on Tuesday 28th May 2019.


Please note that if you have been shortlisted, we will aim to communicate with you via your email address shortly after the closing date. Due to the expected number of applications for this position we will only be contacting those shortlisted for interview.






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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Senior Primate Keeper



Senior Primate Keeper

Salary from £8.86 - £9.74 per hour depending on experience
Plus, a living out allowance of £2,600 gross per annum

The Aspinall Foundation is a registered charity that is actively involved with several projects incorporating a diverse range of conservation activities both at their Kent based Howletts Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve and overseas projects in the Congo, Gabon, Indonesia and Madagascar.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our team of dedicated primate keepers at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve. This position offers a great opportunity to work with a wide range of species including Javan Gibbons, Greater Bamboo Lemurs and Dianna Monkeys as well as contributing to in-situ conservation programmes. This is a full-time permanent role.

Your duties will include but are not be limited to:
  • Preparing and distributing approved diets.
·       Observing the behaviour, health and security of animals and reporting any problems to the Section Head.
  • Maintaining enclosures to a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness and assisting with the general repair and improvement of enclosures.
  • Giving talks, primate encounters and answering enquiries from the public.
  • Supervising staff in the absence of the Section Head and Deputy Section Head.
  • Assisting with the development of Trainee Keepers and providing guidance to Interns and volunteers.

The ideal candidate will have:
  • Significant experience as a Keeper, which must have included working with primates.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team and without supervision.
  • A full valid driving licence is essential to the role.
  • Excellent animal husbandry skills.
  • Experience of contributing to the enrichment of species.
  • You must be enthusiastic and motivated with an awareness of current conservation issues and a passion for animal welfare.
  • A broad taxonomic knowledge and excellent observations skills.
  • A good level of physical fitness due to the physically demanding nature of the role.
  • Holding a recognised Animal Management or similar qualification would be advantageous
  • You must be comfortable interacting with the public.

Working hours are 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 including weekends and bank holidays.
The successful candidate will have a genuinely flexible approach to working hours.
All applicants must have right to work in the UK.

Closing date: Friday 3 May 2019.

To apply: Please email a CV along with a covering letter to: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org
Or post to: Human Resources, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD


Visit our website at www.aspinallfoundation.org for further information.





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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Monday, April 15, 2019

Carnivore Keeper



Carnivore Keeper
Wages £NMW to £8.30 per hour DOE
Plus a living out allowance of £2,600 per year or, possibly, on-site accommodation.

Howletts Wild Animal Park, based in Kent, is seeking a passionate, experienced, hardworking and motivated animal keeper to work with a small team of enthusiastic and likeminded keepers on our carnivore section. Howletts works in conjunction with The Aspinall Foundation, a charity committed to the conservation of rare and endangered animals through breeding and reintroduction programmes.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work with a wide range of species from honey badgers to Sumatran tigers and contribute to in-situ conservation programmes. For instance, one of the team is, at present, helping care for confiscated cheetah and lion cubs in Somaliland.

The Role
The successful applicant will be expected to undertake general husbandry duties, livestock dispatch and butchery, basic enclosure furnishing, maintenance tasks, and record keeping. The company is committed to staff training and you will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and abilities, and to contribute towards future plans for the section.
The position is full time, working five days a week and will include weekends and bank holidays.

The Person
We are looking for someone with experience gained in a similar mainstream zoological collection. Most importantly, you will have excellent standards of husbandry and welfare, a sound knowledge of health and safety practices. You must be confident in engaging with the public, familiar with basic computer software packages and have good verbal communication skills. We are looking for a team player who is also confident to work alone.  Ideally, you will have gained DMZAA or an equivalent qualification, or be prepared to undertake this which the company will support. The role is physically demanding and will involve heavy lifting, so you will need to have a good level of physical fitness. You will also need to be comfortable working at height to perform enclosure maintenance duties.

 A valid full UK driving licence is essential. 
All applicants must have right to work in the UK

Closing date for applications: Friday 3 May 2019

To Apply: Please email your full C.V. and covering letter to – personnel@aspinallfoundation.org
or post to Personnel Department, Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, Aldington Road, Hythe, Kent CT21 4PD.


Please visit our website: www.aspinallfoundation.org to find out more about us.






photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Animal Care Manager


Animal Care Manager

Wellington Zoo

Our dream is to ignite a Zoo revolution. Wellington Zoo is a team of powerfully passionate individuals who are champions for the welfare of all animals – within and beyond the boundaries of the Zoo. We are supported by a community that actively takes part in our commitment to caring for and saving species locally, nationally and globally.

We are guided by the ethos Me Tiaki, Kia Ora! We must look after our environment, so all things will flourish. We lead the way in modelling sustainable behaviours, and it is up to us collectively to make a difference for animals and the wild places they call home.

We have the opportunity for a permanent full time Animal Care Manager role within our Animal Care and Science team. The ability to think strategically and holistically with respect to the delivery of zoo based outcomes is a critical requirement for this role. This role reports directly to the General Manager Animal Care and Science.

The role is responsible for overall leadership and effective management of the four husbandry sections in our Animal Care Team, and ensuring that we lead the way with the highest standards of husbandry skills, animal welfare outcomes, species management planning and innovative habitat design for the animals in our care. The role will play a critical role in managing the training and ongoing professional development of Animal Care Team Leaders and Keeping staff, in leading initiatives and experiences that inspire our visitors, and supporting the Zoo’s strategic priorities

The successful applicant will have:

  • Tertiary or other relevant qualification in biology, animal behaviour or a related field, combined with a minimum of six years’ relevant experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of zoo-based strategies and policies and procedures with combined with extensive experience in animal husbandry, and management
  • Demonstrated experience in species management and habitat design and maintenance
  • Sound knowledge of the Five Domains of Animal Welfare.
  • Research and project management skills and the ability to solve problems and embrace new and innovative techniques, technologies and ways of doing things.
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with proven ability to develop effective working relationships and lead and develop staff in a multi-disciplined team.

To apply for this opportunity you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

To view the job description and apply online please visit our website – www.wellingtonzoo.com/careers


Applications close end of business Monday, 29 April 2019.






photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant