AQUARIST
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 an Aquarist to join a
busy Aquarium section. The successful
candidate will undertake daily animal care duties, focusing on welfare, hygiene
and life-support and will make detailed observations and records of all aspects
of their behaviour and husbandry. They
will also ensure that exhibits are of an excellent standard for visitors and
provide outstanding customer care.
The successful candidate will have a degree in
biological sciences or equivalent. They
will have good practical experience of marine and freshwater fish and aquatic
invertebrate husbandry and will be committed to ensuring the highest possible
standards of animal welfare and husbandry.
They will have outstanding observation skills, show attention to detail
and have a proven track record of delivering high standards of aquarium
presentation. They will have the ability to prioritise a diverse workload and
will be able to work in a team and also independently.
The successful candidate will have an understanding
of the role of zoo’s in research and conservation. They will ideally have
demonstrable interest and knowledge of fish and aquatic vertebrate
conservation. They should be computer literate and conversant in the use of
standard software packages.
Salary is £16,411 per annum for a 40 hour week.
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 Friday, 27th July 2012 .
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