Zoo Keeper
Chessington World of
Adventures Resort
Chessington
We are currently
recruiting for a Zoo Keeper for the mammal section. In this role you will be
working with the Carnivore and Primate teams and take an active role in the day
to day running of our awesome collection. This will include delivering
unrivalled standards of animal husbandry required by. You will be part of the
team creating the most stimulating environment possible – not just for our
guests, but for the animals too - and since we’re big on conservation,
education and research, you’ll have a big part to play in that too. You will
also be keen to support all areas within our Zoo, which will in turn benefit
your own personal development. You will ensure the Health & Safety of
yourself, our visitors and guests at all times as well as develop a personal
training programme in conjunction with your Head of Section.
We are looking for
the following skills and experience;
• Our ideal
candidate will have completed an animal based qualification, with a minimum of
2 years’ experience of working with carnivores in a Zoo environment or
equivalent.
• Experience of
working with primates would be desirable however is not compulsory.
• You will be a
confident communicator and more importantly an alert listener.
• You will have
passion and excitement for your chosen field, with a keen drive to develop your
career as a Keeper.
This role is full
time, permanent, averaging 40 hours per week and will include weekends and bank
holidays.
Alongside a
competitive annual salary and 28 days holiday you can look forward to enjoying
a great benefits package including a Group Personal Pension Plan, Merlin Magic
pass, Employee Assistance Programme, Childcare Vouchers, Life Assurance, 25%
discount in our retail shops and restaurants, 40% discount online off of LEGO,
and much more!
To apply, please
click HERE
Closing date for
applications is 3rd May 2017.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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