TEAM LEADER x 2
Opened
in 1971 Knowsley Safari Park is one of the biggest and best safari parks in the
UK. Knowsley Safari Park now has a five
mile safari drive with lions, tiger, white rhino and our infamous troop of olive
baboons. The park also has a large walkaround area offering close up views of
elephants, giraffe, meerkats otters and many more animals.
We
are currently looking for 2 Team Leader.
One of which will be working on a section which includes predominantly
carnivores and hoofstock and the other section working predominantly with rhino
and baboon.
We
are looking for someone with a hands on approach to animal management with the
ability to lead, mentor, train and develop a team of Animal Keepers. The overall purpose of the role will be to
successfully ensure the highest standard of husbandry, welfare and exhibitory
on a daily basis, whilst fostering excellent team work.
Substantial
experience within the field as well as a sound working knowledge of the
relevant species is essential. The
successful candidate will have significant knowledge and experience of working
with a variety of species. Candidates
should have a good level of education, be computer literate and a driving licence is essential. A
firearms license is desirable.
This
is a full time, permanent position (average 40 hour working week) which will
include bank holidays and weekends, although there is a rota providing one in
every three weekends off work. The
position comes with a salary of between £20,100 and £22,920 depending upon
suitability and experience as well as 23 days holidays each year plus 8 days in
lieu of bank holidays, a generous pension scheme and Childcare Vouchers. Continuous professional development is
encouraged and the Company will provide the tools for the successful candidate
to do this.
For
further information and for a full job description and person specification,
please visit our website: http://www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk/vacancies/
Please
submit all applications in writing with a CV and covering letter outlining how
you feel you meet the criteria contained within the person specification by
post or email to:
Recruitment
Department
c/o The Animal
Office
Knowsley Safari
Park
Prescot L34 4AN
Previous
applicants need not apply
Closing date: Sun 3 Feb 13
Interviews: 19 & 20 Feb 13
Due
to the sheer volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to all
unsuccessful applicants. Therefore,
please assume that your application has been unsuccessful if you have not heard
from us before 15 February 2013.
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