Dedicated Ape Keeper
/ Maternity cover
There is currently
an opportunity for an experienced Ape keeper to join the team at Kolmården
Wildlife park for a 15-month maternity cover. Depending on circumstances in the
future along with performance, this contract can come to be extended.
In the role as
Animal Keeper on our Ape section you will be part of a team that ensures the
highest possible welfare standards for our Gorillas, Chimps and Gibbons.
We aim for optimal
welfare for all our animals at all times and as such you will not only be
responsible for ensuring exceptional enclosure cleanliness and appropriate
nutrition for the animals, but you will also be expected to carry out daily
animal observations, thorough record keeping and goal-oriented environmental
enrichment. The apes partake in an extensive husbandry training program,
therefore their team of keepers plan and execute daily positive reinforcement
training in protected contact. Lastly, all our animal staff engage with our
visitors on a daily basis, inspiring and educating them through guided tours,
presentations, media and school programs.
The right candidate
for this position has previous experience working with apes in a Zoological
setting. A sense of responsibility and awareness of safe practices when working
with and around large apes is a requirement. A sound knowledge of learning science
theory and how to apply it is advantageous.
As Kolmården
Wildlife Park is always looking to improve in all areas, a person who is
passionate about positive developments, particularly in animal welfare would be
suitable in this role. We want you to apply for this position if you are a
skilled problem solver who is flexible with a can-do approach in work.
Creativity and the ability to think outside the box is important, as is
exceptional communication skills alongside a knack for adapting them.
Animal Keepers at
Kolmården work under high pressure year-round and the job is physically very
demanding. As such, you need to be effective and physically fit.
Driver’s license is
a requirement for this position. Knowledge of ZIMS is desirable. Fluency in
spoken and written English is required. Applicants must have a right to work
within the EU.
This is a 15-month
contract to cover maternity leave.
Applications close
5th February 2018.
For questions about
the recruitment process, please contact: liza.wrangenby@kolmarden.com
For CVs and any
questions about the vacancy, please contact: linda.berggren@kolmarden.com
We look forward to
receiving your application!
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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