ANIMAL
KEEPER – Full Time
We are
looking to add a dedicated animal keeper to join our team, on a varied hour,
fixed full-time contract (5 days), working with a variety of taxa.
It's an
exciting time here as we continue with our expansion plans and see new,
exciting species added to the collection.
The ideal
candidate will be highly motivated and passionate about wildlife, with the
skills required to communicate this to our visitors.
You must
be able to demonstrate knowledge of modern zoo practices relating to husbandry,
nutrition, enrichment and veterinary care as well as understanding the
importance of research and conservation activities.
There are
also heavy focuses on site maintenance and horticulture.
The successful
candidate should have previous experience working with animals in a similar
role in a zoological collection and hold a relevant qualification in animal
management.
The
position also includes educational work, providing tours to school groups and assisting
with outreach activities.
Delivering
talks, feeds and animal experiences are also an important part of the position.
HOURS
OF WORK
This is
full time contract, on a flexi rota system which includes working regular
weekends and bank holidays as well as being on call for out of hour's
emergencies and working sometimes early or late to meet business needs.
Normal
hours are seasonal - Main season (8am-5pm), Winter season (8am-4pm).
We use a
system called BrightHR to notify of monthly rotas in advance and training will
be given upon induction.
Skills:
• Relevant
qualification.
• Previous
experience working within a zoological collection.
•
Motivated and enthusiastic individual who can work alone and as part of a team.
• Good
verbal and written communication skills.
• Good
organizational and time management skills.
•
Excellent hygiene standards.
• Computer
literate
• Wide
knowledge of biology, ecology and captive requirements of taxa relevant to the
collection
• Flexible
approach to work and ability to work under pressure
• Full
clean driving license is preferable but not essential.
Good
understanding of health and safety within the work place are also essential.
TO
APPLY
Please
register your interest
at enquiries@hemsleyconservationcentre.co.uk for an application form.
Closing Date: Saturday 13th January 2018
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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