Qualified Wildlife Park Ranger
Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park
ABOUT US:
Jimmy’s Farm &
Wildlife Park built it’s foundations on the conservation of domestic British
rare breeds in conjunction with the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. We rebranded as a wildlife park three years
ago, taking in a wider range of exotics such as tapirs, crocodiles and
camels. With big plans for the future as
the collection grows more towards this kind of attraction, we’re looking to
hire keen experienced rangers that are able to push their sections to the next
level and that want to share the good life here with us.
ROLE PROFILE:
With this position,
we’re looking for someone that has it all.
The section is diverse (a range of reptiles including crocodiles, birds,
raptors, a butterfly house containing various invertebrates, as well as raccoons,
coatis, skunks, wallabies & emus), and we need a ranger that has working
knowledge of all their husbandry, handling and illnesses. The successful applicant must also be
handy…able to build, mend and use a wide range of power tools. Because we are a small team, we handle all
maintenance jobs in house. Therefore all rangers are also expected to roll
their sleeves up and get involved with some of the more undesirable jobs (i.e.
cleaning toilets, emptying bins and occasionally unblocking drains). The upside of this is that you’ll gain so
many new skills and experience that you never realised would be possible,
thereby expanding your CV and furthering your employability.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Work in a safe, responsible and efficient
manor around high security animals.
· Observing the behaviour, health and
security of animals and reporting any issues to the management, ensuring that
conditions for animals are of the highest standards and reporting any problems,
including defects or repairs required to enclosures.
· Assisting with the research and
preparation of approved diets and carrying out the correct feeding procedures.
· Cleaning and maintaining exhibits, and
designing enrichment devices.
· Ensuring that safety and emergency
procedures are adhered to at all times.
· Assist and develop training and enrichment
programmes for animals using positive reinforcement.
· Supporting in the mentoring of work
experience volunteers.
· Communicate effectively with the public to
increase their satisfaction and support the Jimmy’s Farm vision. This includes giving talks over a microphone,
animal experiences and hosting birthday parties.
ESSENTIALS:
· Proven practical experience of animal
management with a range of exotics focusing on reptiles, invertebrates and
birds.
· Have strong attention to detail and a
forward thinking vision on how to progress the section.
· Knowledge of techniques used to handle
specific animals should veterinary procedures be required.
· Be able to demonstrate initiative with a
pro-active approach to completing tasks beneficial to the section without
always waiting to be asked.
· The common sense and level-headedness
required to be trusted in working with dangerous animals (i.e. crocodiles).
· To have achieved at least a level 3
qualification in Animal Management or equivalent in a related field.
· To have a full, clean driving license and
your own transport.
DESIRABLES:
· The ability to use power tools safely and
have a proven record of building/maintaining enclosures.
· To be able to administer medications
prescribed by the vet (inc injectables).
· To have experience of conducting or
assisting with bird of prey displays.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a full-time
permanent with a probationary period of one year to make sure we’re the perfect
fit for each other, beginning on 1st October.
Flexible working is required which will include weekends, bank holidays
and occasional out of hours assistance.
Closing date for applications is 26th August, but interviews will be
held throughout August as we go along, so early applications are most welcome.
To apply, please
send a CV, cover letter and photos of any of your builds/enrichments etc to
headkeeper@jimmysfarm.com, and please also copy in stevie@jimmysfarm.com
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