Position:
Animal
Keeper (Trainee, Qualified, Senior) - Herpetology (Full-Time / Permanent)
Salary: £21,418 -
£29,472 p.a. (Inclusive of Enhancements) – Dependent on experience
Location:
ZSL
London Zoo – NW1
About Us:
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity
founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation
science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the
worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by
carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the
globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London
Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action.
Overview of Role:
ZSL London Zoo is looking for
a keeper to fill a trainee, qualified or senior keeper role (depending on
experience) for our Herpetology section. The role will involve the day to day
husbandry of a large and diverse collection of reptiles and amphibians,
focusing on animal welfare, bio-security, record-keeping and ensuring that
exhibits are maintained to the highest standards.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Observing the behaviour, health and
security of animals and reporting any problems to the Team Leader.
- Ensuring that conditions for animals are
suitable and reporting any problems, including defects or repairs required
to enclosures or systems to the senior managers on section and/or relevant
departments required to support the work needed.
- Preparation of approved diets and carrying
out the correct feeding procedures.
- Cleaning and maintaining exhibits and
systems as well as adjacent working areas.
- Ensuring that safety and emergency
procedures are followed at all times.
- Assisting with the movement, transport and
training of animals, as required.
- Supervising volunteers and students on
section, as required.
- Maintaining courteous and helpful
relations with visitors and media.
- Supporting broader ZSL lead events such as
late evenings and specialist functions, as required.
- Supporting the implementation of research
and conservation projects involving the living collection.
- Contribution to the development of
exhibits that are both suitable for animals and aesthetically pleasing and
educational for the public.
Person Specification:
Candidates must be able to demonstrate
knowledge of current herpetological husbandry practices. We are looking
for proven experience in the successful husbandry of both reptiles and
amphibians. A logical, precise and scientific approach to animal keeping is
required and the successful candidate will understand the conservation,
research and educational role of ex situ animal populations.
- An
understanding of the conservation, research and educational role of ex
situ animal populations
- A
familiarity and understanding of working with fresh water aquatic systems
for amphibians and reptiles.
- A
working knowledge of current heating and lighting methods, including their
limitations, for amphibians and reptiles
- An
understanding of methods for managing large varanid lizards, venomous
reptiles and crocodilians in a zoological setting is important, with
practical experience of this being desirable
- A
working knowledge of biosecurity and barrier management as applied to
living collections.
- An
interest in developing research programmes with animals in the collection
Good communication skills and experience of
dealing with the public is essential, together with the ability to work
effectively within a small team. Hours are 37.5 per week worked within a
roster, which includes weekends.
To
Apply:
Applicants will need to upload their CV and
covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they
want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by
clicking the "Apply for this job online" button on the ZSL
website. If you have any queries regarding this position or when applying
through the system please contact Human Resources at hr@zsl.org.
Closing date for applications: Midnight
Tuesday 26th September 2017.
The Zoological Society of London is a charity
registered in England and Wales: no. 208728.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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