Deputy Head of Section
Deputy Head of Section –Animal Encounters- full time permanent
The Department of
Animal Welfare & Conservation is currently recruiting for an organised,
dedicated, reliable, confident team member to join the Animal Encounters
section. This position is offered on a permanent full time basis.
The Animal
Encounters section encompasses a diverse range of species found in the “foot
safari” area of Woburn Safari Park; including raptors, psittacines, small
mammals, birds, marine mammals, primates, hoof stock, reptiles, amphibians and
invertebrates.
As Deputy Head of
section you will directly line-manage all non permanent members of staff
including seasonals, interns and volunteers.
The successful candidate will be expected to assist the Head of Section
and supervise in their absence.
The successful
applicant will need to be:
• Able
to manage and motivate a large, diverse animal keeping team
• A
highly motivated, hard working individual who has a good understanding of
behavioural welfare and previous experience training and working with a variety
of species.
• Able
to take part in public presentations as well as demonstrating exceptional
animal husbandry skills, high standards of animal care and excellent
communication skills.
The successful
applicant should demonstrate:
• Considerable
supervisory or staff management experience in a similar environment
• A
passion for Animal Welfare & Conservation; be highly motivated, flexible
and committed to Woburn Safari Park’s high standards of husbandry and welfare.
• Previous
practical experience of working with a range of species (hands on experience
with the species we hold is preferable however those candidates’ with
comparable experience will be considered)
• Strong
customer service and communication skills
• An
excellent understanding of health and safety in a zoological setting
• An
organised approach to managing animal records, reporting systems and proposals
to improve the section in line with our brand values
The zoo animal
management qualification (DMZAA) is desirable but not essential for this
position, however; the successful candidate would be expected to work towards
achieving this qualification. A full, valid driving licence is essential for
this role
If you are looking
for a rewarding opportunity to work within an “award winning” environment then
please apply through our website at: www.woburnsafari.co.uk/careers
If you have not
heard from us within 21 days of the closing date please consider your
application unsuccessful on this occasion
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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