Friday, June 14, 2019

Senior Animal Keeper – Primates – Newquay Zoo





Senior Animal Keeper

Primates – Newquay Zoo


Salary:  From £22,386.65 - £23,897.90 dependent on experience

Full-time:  38.75 hours


Permanent


Newquay Zoo, a registered scientific and education charity, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced keeper to join our team. You will be responsible for the hands-on day-to-day husbandry of our primates section.

You will have at least 4 years’ experience working with primates as well as having completed the DMZAA course or equivalent qualification. 
Previous supervisory experience would be beneficial.  You will be a self-motivated team player with experience of training new keepers.  Good communication and ICT skills would be an advantage.

You will have a broad knowledge of husbandry practices and an understanding of Zoo license regulations and be keen to improve on nutrition, enrichment and animal training techniques within the department. 
A full driving license is essential.  
 Newquay Zoo offers the following benefits (after probationary period): 
  • 28 days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days after 5 years.
  • Defined contribution pension scheme
  • Company sick pay
  • Branded uniform provided (as required)
  • Relevant internal and external training provided
  • 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

To access the online application form please visit our website: http://www.newquayzoo.org.uk/about/vacancies


Closing date:   21st June 2019


Interview date:   TBC









photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

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