Zoo Jobs: Primate Keeper

Primate Keeper

A position has become available for an experienced Primate Keeper, it is 45 hours a week, weekend work and flexibility in working hours is essential to this role.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated individual to join our small, friendly team. This position involves tasks such as cleaning, feeding, and enclosure maintenance, covering various sections as required, as well as helping with preparation of food.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the highest standard of care for your animals, and must be capable of working well within a team, as well as alone and unsupervised. You must be educated to at least GCSE level in English and Maths, and an animal based qualification is desirable.

Due to the physical nature of the job, applicants will need to be physically fit and healthy, and be fully prepared to work outside in all weathers.

Requirement

· A good knowledge about primates and global animal conservation issues.

· An ability to communicate this knowledge to the general public.

· A full driving license is essential due to our rural location.

· Your own transport is required; however, accommodation is available.

Please send an up to date CV and covering letter by email to Andrew Swales. office@HamertonZooPark.com

CLOSING DATE: 31^st October 2017

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and will only be contacting those who we wish to interview.