Senior Animal Keeper
– Primates and Small Mammals
Join our vibrant
organisation!
As an action
oriented conservation charity, Marwell Wildlife’s desire is to connect people
with nature. Through enthusing people about the wonders of the natural world
we’re certain they’ll share our passion to conserve it. Our success relies on
two key things. The impression we create through our 140 acre zoological park,
Marwell Zoo, with its wide array of exotic and endangered species and the
family of talented people we employ who share our passion and bring our vision
to life.
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for a Senior Animal Keeper to join our Primates and
Small Mammals team on a full time basis, working 40 hours per week over 5 days
out of 7.
We have exciting
plans for the development of our collection and exhibits, offering great
opportunities for creative project and team work. This role is responsible for
supporting the Team Leader with the co-ordination & supervision of the
daily operations of the team and ensuring high standards of animal husbandry
are maintained at all times.
The successful
candidate will have specialist taxonomic knowledge and experience in Primates
and Small Mammals. They will also hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a full
driving licence valid for the UK, allowing them to drive park vehicles. The
DMZAA or equivalent qualification is also essential at Senior Keeper level.
Applicants will be
able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative,
display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must
possess strong verbal communication skills, as talking to members of the public
is an essential part of the role.
Accommodation may be
available on a short term basis to the successful candidate. Please note this
would incur a rental cost.
If you would like to
join our unique and vibrant organisation and become part of our Marwell Family,
please visit our website, marwell.org.uk for a full candidate brief and our
electronic application form. This application form must be completed for you to
be considered for this role.
Closing Date: Sunday
31st January 2016
Interviews: Monday 8th February 2016
Successful
applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a DBS
check as a condition of employment.
Marwell Wildlife is
an equal opportunities employer.
Colden Common,
Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk
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