Assistant Team Manager, Giraffes

 Assistant Team Manager, Giraffes

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

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Team Manager on the Giraffe section. The post will involve the assisting the Team Manager in the daily management of the Giraffe section along with mentoring, training and developing the team under the direction of the Team Manager. The successful candidate will provide extensive knowledge and expertise in animal husbandry and management with a focus on hoofstock, and be able to develop and implement new ideas for improving husbandry, building strong working relationships with other departments to ensure standards are met. Candidates will have a higher education qualification in a Zoological related science (min HND) or equivalent experience.

The successful candidate will have leadership qualities, experience of supervising a team and be able to organise and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment. A good understanding of risk assessments and SWP is required to ensure all staff are fully aware of safety and management procedures. This role will involve representing Chester Zoo and the Giraffe team for media interviews and internal and external meetings, workshops and conferences in the UK and overseas. Therefore, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Applicants should have a full driving licence and be prepared to work weekends and Bank Holidays in a roster system.

Salary is £24,017 per annum for a 40 hour week.

To apply for this position, please provide your current CV and covering letter stating why you believe you should be considered for our Assistant Team Manager role.

Employer Contact : Zoe McEvoy

Application URL : http://www.chesterzoo.careers/applynow/1c0ec88a869208da?s=ZooNewsDigest

Response Telephone : 01244 389748

JobRef : NEZ-0368-ATMG

Closing date for applications is Friday, 7th August 2015.

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