Monday, July 31, 2017

SEA LION TRAINER



SEA LION TRAINER

SEA LION TRAINER POSITION, OASIS PARK FUERTEVENTURA

Information
Oasis Park Fuerteventura is one of the largest zoos in the Canary Islands, and is home to 250 species of animals, including a group of 15 South American Sea Lions. Currently we are searching for an experienced marine mammal trainer/keeper to join our sea lion team! The sea lion team is responsible for performing daily presentations, interactions and photo opportunities with our sea lions, along with the maintenance of the installations and the husbandry of the sea lions.

The ideal candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and sometimes challenging environment, have good organizational skills, be enthusiastic and willing to learn. A good sense of humour is also important!

Responsibilities
•        Assisting with the training of the sea lions for presentation, interaction and medical behaviours.
•        Daily cleaning and maintenance of the sea lion facilities and the life support system.
•        Diet preparation.
•        Speaking during presentations and interaction programs.
•        Creating environmental enrichment.

Requirements
•        Minimum 3 years of experience with marine mammals (Preferably with sea lions).
•        Good understanding of the application of operant conditioning and positive reinforcement.
•        Basic knowledge of filtration systems.
•        Certified scuba diver.
•        Good customer service and public speaking skills.
•        Intermediate/Advanced level of Spanish is necessary along with intermediate level of English. Knowledge of French, German or other European languages is a plus.
•        EU citizen.


To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to leonesmarinos@fuerteventuraoasispark.com 
by the 20th of August 2017. If you have any questions please contact us by e-mail or by phone at +34 616 197 628.




Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant
      


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