Deputy Section Head:
Elephants
Twycross Zoo is
currently going through an exciting period of change as the zoo develops and we are looking for
dynamic, knowledgeable individuals to help lead the teams forward.
The elephants
section comprises a herd of 5 Asian elephants, which includes two
mother/daughter pairings, ranging in
age from 12 months to 30 years old. A new grass paddock and raised visitor
walkway with viewing
area was completed last summer to complement the large sand paddock and pool.
Key Responsibilities
· A hands-on role,
working on the section
· Supervising all
areas of daily animal husbandry
· Developing,
supervising and training staff
· Taking
administrative responsibility, alongside other senior staff within the Large
Mammals section
Key Skills &
Requirements
· High performing
and enthusiastic
· Proven track
record of working with elephants in a protected contact system
· Good experience of
elephant foot care
· Minimum of 8
years’ experience preferred
· Able to
demonstrate good working knowledge of the natural history and management of elephants
· Good team worker
with positive outlook
· Excellent
communication skills
· Committed to
continued professional development of yourself and other staff
· An animal related
qualification such as ANCMZA or DZMAA
This is a full time
position, including weekend duties on a rota system. Salary is dependant on experience and is
paid monthly. We provide uniform, 31 days holiday, 5% employer’s pension
contribution and
free single accommodation.
Please apply on-line
by sending your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@twycrosszoo.org detailing your
salary expectations and notice period.
Applications will
close once a suitable candidate has been appointed.
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