MAMMAL
KEEPER
Primate
Team
Chester
Zoo is
the UK’s No.1 top zoo and is one of the leading zoological
collections in Europe with an international reputation for achieving its
mission in conservation breeding programmes, research and education.
The
zoo is currently expanding with the exciting new ‘Islands’ site opening in spring
2015. This unique and innovative project
will provide an immersive experience; showcasing the animals of South-east Asia
and working towards a better understanding of the vital conservation work being
undertaken in this region. As a result
of this growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for two Mammal Keepers to join
our primate team.
The
post will involve the daily care and management of a variety of primate species
ranging from Macaques, Spider monkeys and Mandrills, to smaller species such as
Lemurs, Marmosets and Tamarins.
Chester
Zoo aims to set a benchmark for animal welfare and the successful candidate must
be able to deliver an excellent level of animal husbandry, care and welfare for
the assigned mammals; ensuring that all enclosures and facilities are
maintained to the highest possible standards.
We
are looking for someone with proven experience of working with primates and other
relevant mammal species and experience of working in a zoo or safari park. The successful candidate will be educated to
HND or degree level in Zoo Animal
Management/Zoological Science, or have the equivalent experience.
Competency
in the use of computers and basic software packages is required for this role
in order to maintain accurate records. Experience
of working within strict Safe Working Practices, working at heights and working
in and next to deep water moats is also essential.
Experience of dealing with the public, media and public
speaking would be advantageous and the ideal candidate
would also have experience of implementing environmental enrichment and operant
conditioning. Practical knowledge of
using power tools would be useful for this role and a full UK driving licence is
also desirable.
Salary
is £16,984 per annum for a 40 hour week on a rota basis (including some weekends
and bank holidays).
To
apply: please contact the recruitment line on recruitment@chesterzoo.org
or 01244 389477.
Closing date for
applications is Tuesday, 30th September 2014.
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