Reptile and
Amphibian Keeper
Permanent position,
full time 38 hours per week. Weekend work required.
Paignton Zoo
Environmental Park is recruiting for the position of Reptile and Amphibian
Keeper on the Lower Vertebrates and Invertebrates department. We are looking
for a driven and enthusiastic, experienced keeper to deliver on all aspects of
husbandry for a wide range of reptiles and amphibians.
The successful
candidate will have four or more years’ experience working with reptiles and
amphibians and a keen and active interest in their conservation. You must also
have up-to-date knowledge and understanding of reptile and amphibian
management, as well as good awareness of zoo legislation and best practice. You
must have demonstrable communication skills both verbal and written; an
essential part of the role is being able to converse with diverse audiences and
you may be required to present peer reviewed talks at industry conferences.
Proficiency with IT, specifically MS Office suite, is also vital.
In addition to the
above, applicants should possess either the Diploma in the Management of Zoo
and Aquarium Animals or an equivalent zoo biology focused qualification. The
successful candidate will be expected to care for all species on the section
and supervise junior members of staff.
For further details
please contact Michael Bungard, Curator of Lower Vertebrates and Invertebrates,
Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, TQ4 7EU. Telephone: 01803 697500. Email:
Reception@paigntonzoo.org.uk quoting LVI01. Applications are by covering letter
and application form.
Closing date for
applications is: Monday 29th February 2016. Interviews will take place on
Tuesday 8th March. Only candidates short-listed for interview will be
contacted.
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