Casual Keepers - Taronga Western Plains Zoo

Casual Keepers - Taronga Western Plains Zoo

An exciting opportunity exists for committed and motivated individuals with a strong work ethic, and sound animal management knowledge and experience to join our Life Sciences team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo (TWPZ).

Embracing all aspects of the Life Sciences division, the successful applicants will possess:

• Qualifications in Zoo Keeping (or related disciplines) or enrolled in Certificate III in Captive Animals.

• Knowledge and experience in captive animal husbandry.

• Experience with animal training and conditioning techniques with either large ungulates, carnivores or primates.

• Possess a working knowledge of the biology and behaviour of a diverse range of species and their conservation needs.

• Demonstrated customer service and team work ethos.

• Demonstrated presentation and communication skills

• Hold a current manual NSW Class C Drivers Licence.



To obtain further information including a position description, selection criteria and an application form visit www.taronga.org.au or contact Paul Metcalfe on (02) 6881 1458, or email pmetcalfe@zoo.nsw.gov.au



Applications should be sent to HR Officer, Taronga Conservation Society Australia, PO Box 831, Dubbo NSW 2830 by Friday 23 April 2010, quoting reference no 2010/14.

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Seasonal Education Officer - London Zoo

Seasonal Education Officer, based at ZSL London Zoo

Fixed term contract, Term time only

£26,168 p.a. pro-rata

We are looking for an enthusiastic educator who can learn and deliver a range of sessions for Primary and Secondary pupils visiting the Zoo during the Summer term. The successful candidate will be a science graduate with excellent communication, presentation and organisation skills. Relevant experience working with pupils either in schools or in an out-of-classroom learning environment is essential. All applicants should ideally hold a current clear CRB check and possess a degree in a biological science.



This seasonal post is available for 14 weeks from April to July 2010



To apply, please send your CV along with a covering letter to the HR Department, Zoological Society of London, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY or e-mail hr@zsl.org



Closing date for applications: Friday 2 April 2010

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Seasonal Education Assistant - London Zoo

Seasonal Education Assistant, based at ZSL London Zoo

Fixed term contract, Term time only

£16,290 p.a. pro-rata

We are seeking an Education Assistant to join the Formal Learning Team. You should be friendly and outgoing and willing to welcome school parties to the Zoo, supervise the lunch room and assist the education staff.



Hours are 9.30am – 3.00pm (including 30 minutes break), Monday to Friday. The position is available from 10th May to 23rd July 2010. You will ideally hold a current CRB check and have experience of working with pupils.



To apply, please send a letter of application (including any previous relevant experience), or a CV and covering letter to: HR Department, ZSL, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY, or email hr@zsl.org



Closing date: Tuesday 6th April 2010

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Education Team Member - The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre

Education Team Member

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The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre is seeking an additional member to join the Education Team. The post will involve delivering educational talks to school groups and presenting a packed timetable of Animal Encounters. The centre recently introduced an exciting new education programme delivered in several enjoyable and interactive sessions.



You will be a lively and confident speaker with a friendly and approachable manner. You will be driven to help the centre achieve its mission to encourage visitors to develop a better understanding and awareness of the natural world around them using enjoyable, interactive hands on learning. Experience in public speaking essential; experience delivering talks in an educational settling advantageous.



The position will include weekend and bank holiday working. Pay dependant on experience. Closing date Monday 12th April 2010. To apply email a CV and brief covering letter to Chrissie Jackson chrissie@butterflyhouse.co.uk

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Animal Presenter - Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre

Animal Presenter

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Full time experienced Animal Presenter sought by the Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre, Sheffield. The ideal candidate will be a lively and confident speaker with a friendly and approachable manor. Proven skills in falconry, parrot training and experience delivering educational talks essential. Excellent career opportunity and the chance directly influence displays and develop new ideas. Good rate of pay for the right applicant. To apply email a CV and covering letter to Chrissie Jackson at info@butterflyhouse.co.uk

Closing date Monday 12th April 2010

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Education Officer - Highland Wildlife Park

Royal Zoological Society of Scotland

Education Officer

Based @ the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), a charity founded in 1909, owns and manages Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park (HWP). The Zoo is the 2nd most popular paying visitor attraction in Scotland, attracting over 600,000 visitors annually. The Highland Wildlife Park is a premier visitor attraction based at Kincraig outside Aviemore, attracting over 100,000 visitors and features animals from mountain and tundra habitats. The Society is Scotland’s leading wildlife conservation charity and has an international reputation for its very active conservation, research and education programmes.

The Highland Wildlife Park is modernizing and expanding to meet and exceed the demands of visitors for the best facilities and services, while maintaining its excellent standards of animal welfare and enhancing its conservation and education activities. The Animal, Education & Conservation Department plays a central, dynamic part in this process.

A vacancy has arisen for an Education Officer working within the Animal, Education, Conservation team. This role is to be part of the team communicating to visitors and developing and delivering the RZSS learning programme at HWP and working on the RZSS supported Tooth & Claw initiative www.toothandclaw.org.uk .

This role requires good communication skills and ability to relate to different age and ability groups. Organisational and administration skills are also an advantage. The successful candidate will need to work in close collaboration with others and the post requires flexible working and includes working weekends, and is offered initially as a 0.8 position (equivalent to an average of 30 hours a week).

The successful candidate will preferably have a degree and experience of giving presentations/ public speaking, education/teaching in formal or informal context and working with diverse age groups, and have a good level of animal / environmental knowledge, a particular interest in people and predator issues is useful, and excellent customer care.

This is a permanent post with salary in the region of £16,500 pro rata.

This post is subject to an enhanced CRB check.

Applications should be received by 5pm on 12th APRIL 2010. Invitation to interview will be by email/phone with interviews at HWP on 21st April. Start date as soon as possible.

For further information please email education@rzss.org.uk  or phone 0131 314 0324.

To apply please send your CV with a completed RZSS application form (available from www.edinburghzoo.org.uk under about the zoo, then people at the zoo), marked ‘HWP Education Officer’ to Stephen Woollard, Education & Interpretation Manager, RZSS, Edinburgh Zoo, 134 Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh EH12 6TS.

Our mission is to inspire and excite our visitors with the wonder of living animals, and so to promote the conservation of threatened species and habitats.

The RZSS strives to be an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity SC004064


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Experienced Full Time Zoo Keeper

Experienced Full Time Zoo Keeper

We are currently looking to appoint a zoo keeper who has a minimum of two years relevant experience in a Zoo, and preferably holds the City and Guilds Certificate in Animal Management. You will be part of a team of 19 keeping staff split into four sections, each caring for a variety of small and medium sized exotic and domestic animals. A full driving licence and car is important.

For further information and an application form please contact our Zoo Manager, Sue Woodgate, providing a short CV or background information about your career to date.

Telephone 01323 874110

or email sue.woodgate@drusillas.co.uk

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Experienced Primate Keeper

Experienced Primate Keeper

Twycross Zoo, based in Leicestershire, is a registered charity and is famous for its collection of primates.We are proud of the work we do in conservation and education and take part in many captive breeding programmes for endangered animals. About three quarters of the animals housed at Twycross are classed as endangered species.
We need an experienced primate keeper to join one of our primate sections caring for callitrichides, spider monkeys, woolly monkeys, howlers, langurs, colobus and guenons. It is ideal if you have already achieved an animal-related qualification, but it is more important to have “hands on” experience of caring for primates. We are not looking for more trainee keepers at this point

Pay ranges from £15,735 pa for a Grade 2 Keeper up to £17,346 pa for a Senior Keeper.Grade is determined by the job holder’s level of competence, expertise and knowledge, not length of service. The shift pattern is 6 days on and 2 off and we offer 31 days holiday, uniform, 5% pension contribution and the possibility of on-site accommodation.

If you are interested, please send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@twycrosszoo.org  or by post to Human Resources, Twycross Zoo, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 3PX.

Closing date: apply immediately, we will appoint the right person as soon as we can.

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Curator – Animals Werribee Open Range Zoo

CURATORS

Strategic Animal Husbandry Leadership Positions x 2


Zoos Victoria has a vision to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisation. This means that conservation is at the heart of everything we do across the three Zoos Victoria campuses – Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary. Zoos Victoria is in the process of aligning our animal collection to this conservation vision, and we are looking for two people to lead the life sciences and husbandry teams at Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo during this exciting and challenging time as we transform into a conservation world-leader.



General Curator – Life Science Department Melbourne Zoo

From Western Lowland Gorillas to Lord Howe Island Stick Insects, Melbourne Zoo is a window into the world’s wildlife. Reporting to the Director Melbourne Zoo, this position is responsible for leading the Life Sciences Department and developing the Zoo’s diverse animal collection in line with Zoos Victoria’s 20 year strategy to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisation.



Curator – Animals Werribee Open Range Zoo

Werribee Open Range Zoo provides visitors with a fully-immersive open range grassland landscape. The animal collection is currently focused on grassland species from Africa and Australia. Reporting to the Director Werribee Open Range Zoo, this is a strategic role that provides inspiration and leadership to the animal husbandry team to deliver a unique open range experience for the Zoo’s visitors in a way that aligns with Zoos Victoria’s 20 year strategy to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisaton.



Both positions require extensive curatorial and management experience in a zoo or relevant setting. As visionary and skilled strategists, the curators will lead their respective life sciences teams in defining their zoos’ strategy, tactics and implementation of their wildlife exhibits. Responsibilities include integration of Zoos Victoria’s community conservation model of ‘connect, understand, act’ into all displays and exhibits; ensuring animal husbandry, conditioning and enrichment activities, and veterinary processes and practices are to world’s best practice; and developing the team to meet the competency frameworks and standards established for life sciences and environmental sustainability.



For a copy of position descriptions, please refer to our website below. Applications should be submitted via our recruitment system at www.zoo.org.au/hr/positionsvacant



If you have any questions relating to this position, please e-mail our Human Resources department at employment@zoo.org.au

Applications close 19 April 2010.

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General Curator – Life Science Department Melbourne Zoo

CURATORS

Strategic Animal Husbandry Leadership Positions x 2


Zoos Victoria has a vision to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisation. This means that conservation is at the heart of everything we do across the three Zoos Victoria campuses – Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary. Zoos Victoria is in the process of aligning our animal collection to this conservation vision, and we are looking for two people to lead the life sciences and husbandry teams at Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo during this exciting and challenging time as we transform into a conservation world-leader.



General Curator – Life Science Department Melbourne Zoo

From Western Lowland Gorillas to Lord Howe Island Stick Insects, Melbourne Zoo is a window into the world’s wildlife. Reporting to the Director Melbourne Zoo, this position is responsible for leading the Life Sciences Department and developing the Zoo’s diverse animal collection in line with Zoos Victoria’s 20 year strategy to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisation.



Curator – Animals Werribee Open Range Zoo

Werribee Open Range Zoo provides visitors with a fully-immersive open range grassland landscape. The animal collection is currently focused on grassland species from Africa and Australia. Reporting to the Director Werribee Open Range Zoo, this is a strategic role that provides inspiration and leadership to the animal husbandry team to deliver a unique open range experience for the Zoo’s visitors in a way that aligns with Zoos Victoria’s 20 year strategy to be the world’s leading zoo-based conservation organisaton.



Both positions require extensive curatorial and management experience in a zoo or relevant setting. As visionary and skilled strategists, the curators will lead their respective life sciences teams in defining their zoos’ strategy, tactics and implementation of their wildlife exhibits. Responsibilities include integration of Zoos Victoria’s community conservation model of ‘connect, understand, act’ into all displays and exhibits; ensuring animal husbandry, conditioning and enrichment activities, and veterinary processes and practices are to world’s best practice; and developing the team to meet the competency frameworks and standards established for life sciences and environmental sustainability.



For a copy of position descriptions, please refer to our website below. Applications should be submitted via our recruitment system at www.zoo.org.au/hr/positionsvacant



If you have any questions relating to this position, please e-mail our Human Resources department at employment@zoo.org.au

Applications close 19 April 2010.

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Mammal Curator Assistant - AL WABRA WILDLIFE PRESERVATION

AL WABRA WILDLIFE PRESERVATION

Sheikh Saoud Bin Mohd. Bin Ali Al-Thani

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Application Information for the Position of Mammal Curator Assistant 22.03.2010


Application Deadline: As soon as possible, applications accepted until 15.05.10

Proposed work start: 01.08.2010

General Information:


Located in the state of Qatar, the Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation (AWWP) is a private wildlife breeding centre. AWWP maintains around 2000 animals (800 birds, 1,100 mammals and 100 herps) of approximately 90 species. The mammal collection focuses mainly on ungulates and some cats. Many of those species are threatened (Addax, Arabian Oryx, Dama -, Spekes -, Red fronted- Soemmering’s gazelles etc., Cheethas, Somali Wild Ass) or unique in captivity (Beira Antelope, Phillips Dikdik). An international team of veterinarians, curators, biologists and keepers (43 staff)
runs the wildlife preservation. AWWP is associate member of EAZA , non-commercial and not open to the public.

Job description for the position as a Mammal Curator’s Assistant

• Assistance in all fields of curators work

• Mammal data administration and encoding

• Instructing and supervising staff

• Organising all daily routine within respective sections

• Administration of food stock and deliveries

• Administration of tool stock

• Animal breeding management

• Animal monitoring

• Keeper replacement

• Nursery work

• Enclosure maintenance, planting and design

Applicants for the position must fulfill the following requirements:

• High level capability in oral and written English

• Computer skills (Word, Excel and internet as a minimum)

• Flexibility and good organization skills

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team

• Experience in animal husbandry, nutrition, disease, ecology and behavior

• Driving license

The following experiences/skills would be beneficial for the application:

• Experience in resource management and organization

• Experience with staff management, training and communication

• Experience with record-keeping

• A conservation philosophy, flexibility in working hours and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

• Experience in craftmans work

To acertain the suitability of your qualification and background, please answer the following questions (it’s not necessary to provide a positive answer always):

1.) Describe your previous work experience. What benefits or skills have you gained or problems you have had?

2.) Describe your experiences with mammals, including how long and which species you’ve worked with.

3.) Do you have any experience in managing antelope species?

4.) How do you describe your relation to nature and wildlife? Is it OK to keep animals in captivity? Why?

5.) Are you experienced in handling sick mammals? How do you determine if an animal is sick?

6.) What characteristics do you have which should convince us to hire you?

7.) Do you have abilities as craftsman? Are you able to handle a chain-saw for example?

8.) Do you have experience in office works, especially record keeping?

9.) Are you experienced in computer programs? If yes, in which programs?

10.) What are your professional targets and what do you expect working in Qatar?

11.) How much salary would you expect? How much salary have you got at your previous job?

Working conditions:

Accommodation is free at the preservation, television also electricity and water. Twenty eight days holiday per year, with no additional options for regular leave abroad. One paid flight-ticket to “home-airport” each year. Working hours are flexible depending on the season. We will offer a two year contract with an initial probationary period. Salary and contract will be discussed after more application details are known. Please submit your CV and your answers to the above questions. This position need to be filled with a skilled person due to the importance of successful breeding success with these highly endangered rare species.

Catrin Hammer
Curator of Mammals
Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation,
P.O. Box 44069,
Doha,
State of Qatar

Fax: +974 471 8707 E-mail: awwp.mammal@alwabra.com

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Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation - Assistant to the Bird Curator

AL WABRA WILDLIFE PRESERVATION

Sheikh Saoud Bin Mohd. Bin Ali Al-Thani

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Application information for the position of Assistant to the Bird Curator

General Information: Located in the state of Qatar, the Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation (AWWP) is the private wildlife breeding centre of Sheikh Saoud Bin Mohammed Bin Ali Al-Thani. AWWP maintains around 2000 animals (800 birds, 1,100 mammals and 100 herps) of approximately 90 species. The bird collection focuses mainly on Birds of Paradise and threatened psittacines, as well as several species of ornamental birds.

The majority of the bird collection is housed in the purpose-built breeding complex, with outdoor aviaries and air-conditioned indoor units. An international team of veterinarians, curators, biologists and keepers (43 staff) runs the wildlife preservation. AWWP is associate member of EAZA and is non-commercial and not open to the
public.

Job Description: The Assistant to the Bird Curator is responsible for supporting the Bird Curator in all aspects of management of the Bird Department, including:

• Aviary maintenance, planting and design.

• Supervision of Bird keepers’ daily routine and food preparation.

• Management of reproductive activity, including bird socializations, maintenance of nest structures and monitoring of eggs, chicks and nest-building behavior.

• Artificial incubation and hand-rearing.

• Supervision of the daily distribution of birds’ medications and routine disease monitoring, as well as assistance in veterinary treatments.

• Supervision and assistance in bird transfers.

• Record-keeping, data collection and data encoding.

• Preparation of guidelines, protocols and working schedules for Bird Department personnel.

• Administration and record-keeping of Bird Department human resources.

• Management of food stocks and insect production.

• Management of equipment, tools and consumption materials.

Applicants for the position must fulfill the following requirements:

• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel and internet as a minimum).

• High level capability in oral and written English.

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.

The following experiences/skills would be beneficial for the application:

• Experience in bird husbandry, nutrition, disease, ecology and behavior.

• Experience in resource management and organization.

• Experience with staff management, training and communication.

• Experience with record-keeping

• Driving license and craftsman’s ability.

• A conservation philosophy, flexibility in working hours and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.

Working conditions:

Accommodation including electricity and water is free at the preservation. Four weeks annual leave, with one paid return flight-ticket to “home-airport” each year. Flexible working times depending on season. High temperatures, lot of sun and oriental flair. We will offer a two year contract with an initial probationary period.

Salary and contract will be discussed after more application details are known. The position need to be filled with a skilled person, to maintain and increase our standards. Much of our results are ground breaking and of immense value to future breeding and rescue projects of endangered wild animals around the world. Please send a cover letter and CV to:

Please contact:
Dean Tugade,
Curator of Birds

Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation
P.O. Box 44069,
Doha,
State of Qatar

Fax: +974 471 8707 e-mail: office@alwabra.com

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Blue Macaw Captive Coordinator

Application Information for the Position of Blue Macaw Captive Coordinator 23.03.2010

 

General Information:

Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation is Sheikh Saoud Al Thani’s private breeding centre for threatened animals and is not open to the public. Since January 2000, he introduced a completely new management team. Now, it’s keeping approximately 2000 animals (about 100 amphibians/reptiles; 500 birds; 1,400 mammals) of 90 different species. An international team of veterinarians, curators, biologists and keepers (around 42 staff) runs the preservation.



Job Description for the position as a Blue Macaw Co-ordinator:

 Daily “hands-on” management of all the Spix’s, Lear’s and Hyacinth Macaws including feeding/food preparation and hygiene management. Daily observation of behaviour and health status, written documentation and reporting to the director.

 Enclosure maintenance, monitor; construction-work, surveillance cameras, prepare cages and nest boxes routinely.

 Egg management, monitor artificial incubation and hand-rearing of Blue Macaw chicks.

 Contribute to guidelines, protocols and proposals for procedures, schedules and action plans.

 Organize the daily routines and personnel on the section including work and feeding schedules.

 Seasonally flexible working hours (feeding chicks around the clock if necessary).

 Collect data on the birds, and fill in data to computer programs.



Applicants for the position must fulfil the following requirements:

- Have a high interest in nature and wildlife especially birds

- Significant experience with keeping and rearing parrots, especially Macaws.

- Experience in hand-rearing of Macaws

- Basic computer skill, Word and Excel

- Oral and written English skills

- Ability to work with a highly motivated team, as well as to work independently

- Patient and sensitive to the animal’s needs

- Flexibility and good organizational skills

- Driving licence

To ascertain the suitability of your qualification and background, please answer the following questions, it’s not necessary to provide a positive answer always:

1. Describe your previous work experience. What benefits or skills have you gained or problems you have had?, also in non bird related jobs.

2. Describe your experiences with parrots, including how long and which species you’ve worked with.

3. Have you ever worked with brooders or incubators? When would you remove eggs for incubation?

4. How do you describe your relation to nature and wildlife? Is it OK to keep animals in captivity? Why?

5. Are you experienced in handling sick birds? How do you determine if a bird is sick?

6. What characteristics do you have which should convince us to hire you?

7. Are you experienced in computer programs? If yes, in which programs?

8. Do you have experience in office works, especially record keeping?

9. What are your professional targets and what do you expect from working in Qatar?

10. How much salary would you expect? How much salary you get from your previous job?


Working conditions:

Accommodation is free at the preservation, television also electricity and water. Twenty eight days holiday per year, with no additional options for regular leave abroad. One paid flight-ticket to “home-airport” each year. Working hours are flexible depending on the season. We will offer a two year contract with an initial probationary period. Salary and Contract will be discussed after more application details are known.

Please submit your CV and your answers to the above questions. This position need to be filled with a skilled person due to the importance of breeding success.



Best Regards.

Ryan Watson
Blue Macaw Coordinator
P.O. Box 44069, Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation, Doha, State of Qatar

Tel: +974 4718708 Fax: +974 4718707

awwp.spix@alwabra.com
http://awwp.alwabra.com/

 

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Shepreth Wildlife Park - Experienced Animal Keeper

Shepreth Wildlife Park - Experienced Animal Keeper

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Shepreth Wildlife Park is looking for an experienced animal keeper to join our team. The successful candidate will be expected to work with a variety of taxa, including small mammals, primates, birds, reptiles and invertebrates. All of our keepers are encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include environmental enrichment and education.


In addition to general husbandry requirements, the position will involve public presentations both on and off-site with a range of invertebrates and reptiles. Experience in falconry (preferably Lantra Approved) would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will have at least three years experience working in an animal collection and relevant academic qualifications. They will also be enthusiastic, reliable and a good team player, and must have held a clean driving licence for at least 2 years.



Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday.
Hours: 9am - 6pm (Peak) 9am - 5pm (Off- Peak)



Please send a CV and covering letter before 29th March 2010 to:

Rebecca Willers Animal Manager

Shepreth Wildlife Park Station Road Shepreth Herts SG8 6PZ

rebecca@sheprethwildlifepark.co.uk

07986 382643

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Big Cat Keeper - Tiger Handler - Level 1

Big Cat Keeper - Tiger Handler - Level 1

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Department: Big Cats

Position Description: As a Keeper, you will have primary responsibility for the care and well being of animals under your attendance. Zoo Keepers must also be understanding and sensitive to the needs of the animals under their care. They are responsible for the animal exhibit’s, involved with maintenance and landscaping and presenting at daily demonstrations. Zoo Keepers are dedicated to conservation issues and animal welfare.

Zoo keepers at Australia Zoo continually work towards providing improved facilities and care for the animals. They do this with enthusiasm and motivation towards their individual learning and training.

Duties will include:


•Maintain proper cleaning procedures.

•Maintain health and safety procedures as directed by senior keepers.

•Maintain security procedures.

•Follow instructions in a safe and secure manner.

•Learn introduction process with cats.

•Establish good relationship with cats.

•Form an understanding of cat behaviour.

•Form a brief understanding of each of the cats personalities.

•Form brief understanding of leash training.

•Form a brief understanding of back-up duties on walks.

•Form good communication skills with public and media.

•Prepare diets, and gain knowledge on cat nutrition.

•Have a good understanding of exhibit or requirements for felids.

•Perform all hands on contact with big cats under direct supervision.

•Work within the guidelines of health and safety procedures to ensure both animal and personal, and visitor security.

•Participate in performance training and development reviews or programs as requested by the company both on and off the job.

•Attend meetings as requested by Management and Supervisors.

•Other duties as requested by Senior Management

Weekend availability and own transport essential.

Apply for this job below. Applications close 19th of April 2010

Here is a checklist of information you will need to have ready before you start to complete the employment application form:




•Education history

•Employment history

•References

•Any qualifications you may have eg First Aid

•Any achievements you may like to tell us about

•your availability (what hours can you work)

•A resume in .pdf or .doc format

•Any other info that may support your application

Please allow 20 minutes to complete the application.

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SEA LION TRAINER/PRESENTER

SEA LION TRAINER/PRESENTER - (ANIMAL DEPARTMENT)

BLACKPOOL ZOO

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With the completion of Blackpool Zoo’s Active Oceans devolvement we are looking to employ a full time experienced Sea Lion Presenter/Trainer, to assist and help develop the events side of the zoo’s animal department.

The successful candidate will assist in the care, training, and presenting of the zoo’s sea lions and will be involved in all aspects of their animal husbandry. They will also assist on other parts of the Large Mammal Section and other events animals.

You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic and reliable. A minimum of 3 years Animal training and presenting experience (2 years with sea lions), plus proven people skills, and a qualification related to animals/wildlife or a willingness to undertake the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals.

Although at the moment the main focus will be the management and training of sea lions, birds & other mammals may eventually be used.

In return we offer a competitive salary, pension scheme and the opportunity to further your career within the zoological world.

Subsidised single occupancy (on site) accommodation is available with this post, if required.

The closing date for applications is 11th April 2010.

Blackpool Zoo is ideally and conveniently located on the outskirts of the "UK most popular holiday resort". Less than a 5 minute drive from the M55 motorway, the zoos site is also easily accessible from numerous rural villages in the surrounding area. The zoo itself is situated in a well established green belt area of the town and is only a 10 minute drive away from the town centre, which offers a veritable feast of nightlife, entertainment and shopping as well as the famous Golden Mile coastline.

Blackpool can genuinely offer "something for everyone", from singles to families, yet, within an hour drive of this vibrant town you can be in the Lake District, Manchester or even the Yorkshire Dales

For further details and an application form, please apply, in writing enclosing a full CV and quoting Reference SP/AD/10, to:

Personnel Department
Blackpool Zoo
East Park Drive
Blackpool
FY3 8PP

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Animal Keeper - Rodbaston College

Animal Keeper - Rodbaston College

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Reference: HR 10/004

Closing date: 19/03/2010
Campus: Rodbaston
Salary: £12,243pa - £14,832pa (currently under review)
Full Time, 37 Hours per week:




The Animal Management Centre at South Staffordshire College, Rodbaston Campus houses a wide range of domestic and non-domestic species. We hold a zoo license, are members of ISIS and have several EEP and ESB species. We are currently extending the facility and the collection and we are seeking a new member of staff to take responsibility for one of the four sections that make up the Animal Centre.

The successful applicant will have a real passion for animals, a relevant qualification preferably to degree level or similar, relevant experience working in an accredited animal collection, be a team player and have the ability to supervise and informally instruct students of all levels and hold a clean UK driving licence. In addition, there is a requirement to work unsociable hours including weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.

The College is working towards setting new standards for the husbandry of animals of all kinds and the successful applicant will be a key player in this.


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Experienced Zoo Keeper - Flamingo Land Zoo

Experienced Zoo Keeper - Flamingo Land Zoo

Closing date: 28 March 2010

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 expected to work with a variety of taxa, including large ungulates, carnivores, primates, birds and reptiles. All of our zoo keepers are encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include research, environmental enrichment and education.



You will have at least three years experience working in a zoological collection and have passed the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals. Experience with Carnivores and Primates would be an advantage, but you will receive direct training in the husbandry of these species. You will also be enthusiastic, reliable and a good team player.



Interviews will take place during the week beginning the 29th March 2010.



Please send a CV and covering letter before 28 March 2010 to:



Ross Snipp

Zoo Manager

Flamingo Land

Kirby Misperton

Malton

North Yorkshire

YO17 6UX

01653668287 ext 225

ross.snipp@flamingoland.co.uk

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - Deputy Section Head Large Carnivores

Deputy Section Head Large Carnivores

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is seeking an experienced and hardworking dedicated keeper to deputise in a small team of enthusiastic likeminded keepers. We have one of the leading collections of large carnivores in the UK including snow leopards, tigers, lions, cheetah, wild dogs, wolves and hyenas. The position will also include some reptile work.

This is a very physical role and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake all duties on the section from cutting up/prepping meat, cleaning, maintaining records to designing and building enclosures. The deputy will be required to manage the section in the absence of the Section Manager. Conservation education plays a big role in the park so there will be plenty of opportunities for doing talks and displays to the public.

You must have significant experience working with large carnivores in a zoo park or equivalent environment and posses an excellent knowledge of large carnivores. Hands on catch and restraint experience and meat preparation experience is a must as is a full valid driving licence. We are looking for an individual who is hardworking, passionate and committed with a knowledge of current conservation issues and experience in recordkeeping, writing risk assessments and presenting talks to the public.

Some reptile experience would be an advantage as would a firearm licence and experience gained in off road driving. An animal management qualification or equivalent is not essential but would be an advantage as would experience in a supervisory or leadership role.

To apply: Please send a full CV and covering letter to: The Human Resources Department, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Port Lympne, Nr Hythe Kent CT21 4PD. Or e-mail personnel@howletts.net

Closing Date: 28th March

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Centre Manager - Castle Espie

Centre Manager

Castle Espie, Comber, Co.Down

Attractive Salary

Castle Espie is set on the shores of the stunning Strangford Lough where almost the entire population of light-bellied brent geese reside in the winter. Our state-of-the-art, environmentally and visitor friendly wetland centre has recently undergone a major £3m re-development.

We are now looking for a commercially focussed individual to take it forward, ensure its effective operation and growth and firmly place it on the map as the best wetland reserve in Northern Ireland.

This exciting role involves a wide range of responsibilities including the overall day to day management of the centre, development of business opportunities, the promotion of the centre and our vital conservation work.

Experience of running and managing a commercial operation is essential and knowledge gained within a visitor attraction would be beneficial. The ability to communicate, motivate and use IT effectively is essential, as is the need to have an empathy with our conservation work.

A relocation package is available for the successful candidate if required.

A job description and application pack is available from http://www.wwt.org.uk/  Alternatively you can email recruitment@wwt.org.uk  or write to HR Department, WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

Closing date for applications is 31st March 2010

First interviews will be held on 15th / 16th April 2010 with second interviews taking place on 23rd April 2010

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Sparsholt College - Sessional Lecturer / Veterinary Nurse

Sessional Lecturer / Veterinary Nurse - HE -

Job Details


Teaching a range of courses including veterinary nursing and animal management in our state-of-the-art teaching facilities.

£20,950 - £32,241pro rata (depending on qualifications)

The successful candidate will be part of a team ensuring the quality of Sparsholt‘s Higher Education Veterinary Nursing provision. Teaching may be on a range of courses including veterinary nursing and animal management in our state-of-the-art teaching facilities, Animal Management Centre and Veterinary Nursing Centre. The post holder will undertake teaching, practical instruction, demonstration, and other appropriate work relating to students’ learning programmes. It is desirable that the post holder has a Veterinary Nursing qualification, relevant animal related industrial experience and holds or is willing to attain a recognised teaching qualification. Significant work experience in Veterinary practice and enthusiasm for working with animals is required.

Closing Date: 29 March 2010

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Sparsholt College - LECTURER IN ANIMAL MANAGEMENT - FE

Sparsholt College - LECTURER IN ANIMAL MANAGEMENT - FE

Job Details


Teaching of a primarily theoretical nature with practical instruction, demonstration, portfolio building, key & life skills.

£20,950 - £32,241 (dependent on qualifications)

The post holder will act as a Course/Group Tutor to one of the courses offered within the Animal management area, liaising with the other staff, course team and the Learner Manager.

The post holder will undertake teaching of a primarily theoretical nature with occasional practical instruction, demonstration, portfolio building, key skills, life skills development and the other appropriate work relating to students’ learning programmes.

The post holder will have a suitable Animal Management or related subject qualification such as Veterinary Nursing qualification, HND or Foundation Degree in Animal Management or a related subject, and ideally some experience with learner from 14 years of age. Experience of dealing with young people and the challenges they bring would be advantageous. The successful candidate will preferably have teaching experience, and must have relevant animal related industrial experience, and be able to demonstrate competent handling of a wide range of animals and hold or be willing to attain a recognised teaching qualification including the A1 assessors award.

Closing Date: 5 April 2010

Interview Date: 19 April 2010

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Manager – Zoo and Conservation Operations - Pensthorpe Nature Reserve

Manager – Zoo and Conservation Operations

A unique opportunity to work at the stunning location of Pensthorpe Nature Reserve,  host of BBC’s Springwatch, located in North Norfolk - in this newly created role.

Pensthorpe spans the River Wensum, a Special Area for Conservation (SAC), and is home to a wide collection of captive species as well as being a Mecca for migratory and native wildlife. Pensthorpe Conservation Trust is part of national breeding and reintroduction program for corncrakes, cranes and red squirrels.

This is a senior level, hands on, role providing leadership of the species conservation team at Pensthorpe, particularly in relation to: the management, housing & exhibition, interpretation, husbandry of animals, the education of visitors, and compliance and administration associated with industry best practice and zoo licensing regulations. The role will also benefit from advice and guidance from the Head of Species Management. The role encompasses oversight of the conservation land management team at Pensthorpe and will involve a close working relationship with the Senior Warden.

The post will report to the General Manager and, ultimately, share a Duty Manager role to ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly. A significant proportion of the job is outdoors and will be undertaken in all weathers and out of typical working hours, as animal welfare considerations are paramount. The position is ideally suited to someone with a zoological background but with a passion for wildlife.

Knowledge and Experience

• At least 7 years experience in the exhibition of animals, captive breeding and zoo animal husbandry

• Demonstrable knowledge of conservation issues

• Demonstrable experience of the zoo/captive breeding environment and the keeping of appropriate records, preferably including ARKS and ZIMS records software.

• Formal qualifications or extensive experience in zoo keeping or conservation breeding

Personal Qualities

• Ability to lead a small dedicated team.

• Dedication to the exhibition, breeding and rearing of animals in captivity.

• Ability to act on your own initiative and to work out of typical hours, as required. • Good communication and cooperation skills

• Flexibility and willingness to take on evolving duties as the job requires.

• Reliability and capacity for hard work

• Ability to handle work of a confidential nature and exercise discretion amongst colleagues.

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.

A competitive salary will be offered depending on experience.

Closing date for applications: Friday March 26th 2010

Interviews: April 2010

Post will commence: Summer 2010 (or earlier by mutual agreement)

For more detailed information and to apply online please visit the vacancies section of our website: http://www.pensthorpe.com/

Alternatively, send a covering letter and CV to:

Jonathan Briggs
General Manager
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve
Pensthorpe
Fakenham
Norfolk
NR21 0LN

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Trainee Aquarium Keeper - London Zoo

Trainee Aquarium Keeper

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£17,805 p.a.

A Trainee Keeper is required to carry out day to day duties within the Aquarium of ZSL London Zoo, located in Regent’s Park. Applicants must be familiar with accepted husbandry practices and standards, have practical aquarium experience, and have an interest in breeding programmes and conservation.

Good communication skills and experience of dealing with the public is essential, together with the ability to work effectively within a team. Hours are 37.5 per week, worked within a roster which includes regular weekends.

Further information can be found on our website www.zsl.org/jobs

Please send your CV and covering letter to the Human Resources Department, Regent’s Park, London NW1 4RY or email hr@zsl.org

Closing date for applications: Friday 19 March 2010

Interviews will take place on Thursday 25 March 2010

ZSL is a charity registered in England and Wales no: 208728

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Chester Zoo - TEAM LEADER - HERPETOLOGY DEPARTMENT

TEAM LEADER - HERPETOLOGY DEPARTMENT

LOWER VERTEBRATES & INVERTEBRATES

Chester Zoo is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an international reputation for achieving its mission in conservation, research and education.

We currently have a vacancy for a Team Leader to join a busy and diverse section committed to advancing all aspects of zoo-based herpetological practice.

The successful candidate must have a proven track record in the successful management, exhibition and reproduction of a diverse reptile and amphibian collection in a zoological or conservation setting. They must have previous experience of managing a team and practical conservation/research and scientific writing skills would be an advantage. They will be qualified to BSc level or higher, in a biological related science, or have equivalent practical experience. They will have a commitment to developing the ex situ and in situ research and conservation activities of the department.

Salary is £22,988.16 increasing to £25,542.40 after satisfactory completion of the 6 month probationary period.

For further information and an application form please ring the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or email recruitment@chesterzoo.org


Closing date for applications is 26th March 2010.

 

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