Zoo Jobs: Curator of Mammals

Curator of Mammals – Paignton Zoo

£40,060

Permanent Full-time – 40 hours per week

Paignton Zoo, one of the largest in the UK and a registered scientific and education charity, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced zoo professional to curate our mammal collection of over 60 species. You will be responsible for developing this collection to maximize its contribution to our goals of conservation, education and research. This includes leading a team of dynamic keepers in all aspects of daily husbandry and substantial input into the proposed £2.5 million Into Africa development. Paignton Zoo is a leading member of both BIAZA and EAZA and prides itself on the use of evidence-based practice so input into breeding programme management and research programmes will be expected.

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience working in a zoo environment at a senior level. You will have substantial knowledge of mammal husbandry and a proven track record of leading large teams, including in all aspects of Health and Safety (risk assessments, safe systems of work, safety culture). Experience in conservation advocacy, research and relevant TAGs or TWGs is also extremely desirable. Firearms team experience would be an advantage but is not essential.

Paignton Zoo offers the following benefits (after probationary period):

• Defined contribution pension scheme

• 28 days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days after 5 years

• Company sick pay

• Branded uniform provided (as required)

• Relevant internal and external training provided

• Opportunity to represent Paignton Zoo at national and international meetings and conferences

• Free entry to our 3 zoos for staff and immediate family

• Complimentary tickets

• Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)

• Free staff parking

• Child care vouchers