Friday, March 16, 2018

Deputy Team Leader: Great Apes

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Deputy Team Leader: Great Apes


Twycross Zoo is at a very exciting stage of development with the first phase of a 20
year masterplan already underway. The plan will see the zoo developing new habitats
or a refreshed animal collection.


We currently have a vacancy for a Deputy Team Leader to work with all four species of
Great Apes (gorilla, chimpanzee, orangutan and bonobo).


Key Responsibilities:  


  • A hands-on role, working on the section  
  • Supervising all areas of daily animal husbandry  
  • Developing, supervising and training staff  
  • Taking administrative responsibility alongside other senior staff within the Great Apes section 



Key Skills and Requirements:


  • High performing and enthusiastic  
  • Proven track record of working with Great Apes  
  • Substantial experience of zoological animal management, with at least 8 years’ relevant experience  
  • Able to demonstrate good working knowledge of the natural history and management of large mammals  
  • Good team worker with positive outlook  
  • Excellent communication and IT skills  
  • Committed to continued professional development of yourself and others  

An animal related qualification such as ANCMZA or DZMAA


This is a full time position, including weekend duties on a rota system.
Salary is paid monthly and we provide uniform and 31 days holiday (including bank holidays).


Please apply on-line by sending your CV with a covering letter to
recruitment@twycrosszoo.org

This vacancy will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, therefore you should submit your application as soon as possible.













Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant
      


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