Zoo Jobs: Head Keeper – Manor Wildlife Park

Head Keeper – Manor Wildlife Park

Manor Wildlife Park is looking to recruit an experienced Head animal keeper. The successful applicant will be expected to lead a small team of staff and oversee the day to day management of a growing animal collection, ensuring the highest standards of animal care and welfare at all times.

With some new and exciting developments planned over the next few years the Head keeper will be expected to be involved in all aspects of these projects including enclosure design, collection planning, health and safety, working protocols and day to day operations. This is a supervisory role and there will be some office time and administrative work required.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Ensure the highest standards of animal husbandry and welfare at all times including implementing training and enrichment programmes, monitoring health, researching nutritional needs and excellent enclosure presentation.

Liaise with the veterinary team as and when needed and administer medication when appropriate in the absence of an on-site vet.

Assist in the management and implementation of all aspects of Health and Safety including working protocols, risk assessments and manual handling.

Assist in providing Firearms cover as and when needed; full training will be provided if required.

Ensure the highest of standards of visitor experience through exceptional customer services and care.

About you:

The successful candidate will need to have worked in a Zoo environment for at least 5 years, have a Diploma in the Management of Zoo animals and Aquaria (DMZAA) or an equivalent qualification and have previous experience supervising staff.

Experience working with large carnivores, ungulates and primates desirable.

A full UK driving license is essential and candidates should also be in the possession of a Firearms license or at least in a position to apply for one.  

The successful applicant will be computer literate with an excellent understanding of the Microsoft Office package and working knowledge of ZIMS would be desirable.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to hr@manorwildlifepark.co.uk

For more information about the park, please visit: www.manorwildlifepark.co.uk