Wildlife Park Manager

 

Wildlife Park Manager

 

Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park

 

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land-based college with campuses across the North of England.

 

We currently have an amazing opportunity for an experienced commercially focussed manager with a passion for animal welfare to lead our dedicated team of Keepers whilst ensuring strict licencing and curriculum requirements are met.

 

Our own Wildlife Park is at the heart of the Animal Management Department and serves the York, Wakefield and Foundation FE learners as well as being an important resource for our University Centre. The Wildlife Park Manager will lead the Commercial and Licenced aspects of the Wildlife and Conservation Park. The successful candidate will work closely with the curriculum teams to develop the curriculum resource, offer students a true industry experience, and enable them to develop their skills in preparation for further study and employment.

 

Reporting to the Curriculum Director of Animal Management and Equine, you will lead on the commercial, research and other key licencing requirements to ensure a vibrant and developing commercial and modern establishment that demonstrates the College’s Vision, Values and Strategy. This role is the key link between the various stakeholders involved in running a licenced establishment including Curriculum teams, BIAZA, Local Council, other collections and other local and national attractions and services.

 

In return, you will receive a generous holiday allowance, ample free parking, canteen facilities, and a range of employee benefits as well as the opportunity to work within spectacular grounds.

 

Apply via https://askham-bryan-ac.careers.fejobs.com/job/wildlife-park-manager-1111576?lang=en-GB

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Unqualified Animal Keeper X 3

 

Unqualified Animal Keeper X 3

 

Bristol Zoo Gardens

 

Permanent Position, working 80 hours per fortnight

 

Permanent Position, working 48 hours per fortnight

 

Temporary Position, working 80 hours per fortnight (maternity cover until April 2021)

 

Salary £18,135 per annum (pro rata)

 

Bristol Zoological Society is recruiting for the above positions of Animal Keeper. These roles will be initially based in our Mammal section at the Bristol Zoo Gardens site in Clifton, Bristol but have the potential to move to another section depending on the needs of the department. For all three roles advertised, the hours are based on a fortnightly rota, which will include weekends and bank holidays. They may also include occasional evening work.

 

Applicants should be educated to a minimum of GCSE level, to include English and a biological science. Experienced Keepers would be desirable having been in a paid keeper position in a recognised animal collection, however not essential. Please note these positions are unqualified keeper roles.

 

We’re looking for individuals with a positive outlook, the ability to work within a team and to have a good knowledge of the conservation and educational roles of zoos. We are looking for candidates with excellent communication skills, written and oral, as well as knowledge of animal training. Within the role, you will be expected to engage with our guests and deliver regular talks.

 

This is a practical position assisting in all aspects of management and husbandry of the Zoo’s animal collection. You will need to have a good level of physical fitness.

 

Please apply by clicking here; https://bristolzoo.org.uk/unqualified-animal-keeper-3-positions-available.

 

Please apply with your CV, including a list of your relevant experience, education and scientific publications, and cover letter (copied into the application form) indicating how you meet the required characteristics. Upon applying, please make it clear in your application which role(s) you are applying for. Please note the closing date is Friday 4th September at 12:00 noon (BST).

 

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Animal Management and Education Centre Manager

 

Animal Management and Education Centre Manager

 

Berkshire College of Agriculture

 

The College is seeking to appoint an Animal Management and Education Centre Manager to manage and develop the College’s highly successful zoo licensed and BIAZA accredited Animal Management Centre.

 

You will be responsible for the management of our team of Animal Technicians, Education Officer and all of the animals housed in AMC. The Centre consists of a zoo courtyard, nocturnal room, small mammal section, livestock area, kennel facility and exotics house. The key responsibilities of the role include providing a high quality, professional, customer focused Animal and Education Centre facility, supporting the strategic and operational needs of the College. You will also be responsible for ensuring high standards of animal husbandry and welfare are met at all times.

 

You will have proven knowledge and experience of working with, and managing a range of animal species and a proven record of managing, developing and motivating a team. It is essential that you have a forward thinking and progressive approach to animal husbandry and experience in developing resources for both educational and commercial use.

 

An important element of the role is ensuring that the student and visitor experience is both positive and rewarding. To meet this aim it is essential the post holder has a clear commitment to providing high quality education/support to all stakeholders.

 

Accommodation may be available if required and can be discussed further along with the remuneration at interview.

 

Closing date for applications is: 13th Sep 2020

 

To apply for this exciting position you will need to complete an application form, please note we cannot accept CV’s. Please head to the careers page on our website where you will find the job description for this role, lots of great information about life at the College, and the application form under ‘How to Apply’. Please email your completed application form to the HR team at hr@bca.ac.uk by the deadline shown above. For any queries please just contact the HR team who will be happy to help you. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Zookeeper

 

Zookeeper

 

Drayton Manor Zoo

 

Drayton Manor Zoo is a fascinating place to work - with 15 acres of open plan zoo playing home to animals from all over the world including many endangered species. We are committed to supporting global conservation efforts and achieving the highest possible standards of welfare and husbandry of zoo animals.

 

About the role:

 

We have an exciting opportunity to join our keeper team as a general Zookeeper supporting the team in all areas of the zoo.

 

The successful candidate will be expected to ensure high standards of animal welfare, following evidence led husbandry practices, carrying out daily checks and keeping records for the animals within their sections.

 

As part of your role you will assist with the preparation of approved diets and follow correct feeding procedures.  Within your daily duties you will also clean and maintain the enclosures and report any defects or repairs required to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our collection.

 

Who are we looking for?

 

You will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use your initiative, display an interest in and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong communication skills.

 

We are looking for applicants that have had experience working with a variety of animals and experience working within a Zoo environment is essential.

 

You will need to have good communication skills and be able to talk to the public and display great passion for your animals and conservation.

 

How to apply?

 

Please apply at www.Draytonmanor.co.uk/recruitment

 

Closing date for applications is: 3rd Sep 2020

 

Salary:             Meets National Minimum Wage

 

Hours:             This is a zero-hour contract with hours offered as and when required.

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Animal Keeper

 

Animal Keeper

 

Northumberland Country Zoo

 

Northumberland Zoo is an up-and-coming family run zoo in the heart of Northumberland which is constantly expanding year after year. The current collection has over 100 species from Canadian Lynx to Birds of Prey and is based on 20 acres.

 

Due to expansion and future plans, there is an exciting opportunity for a likeminded team-player who will fit in with our current animal care team.

 

The animal keeper will be required to work in a team environment ensuring that day-to-day husbandry is carried out in an effective and timely manner using the current standard operating procedures.

 

The role involves:

 

Day to day husbandry routines for various different species including mammals, birds of prey and reptiles.

 

Providing enrichment opportunities for various species on a daily basis.

 

Decorating and maintaining enclosures/ponds/tanks.

 

Strict adherence to risk assessments and safe working practices.

 

Taking ownership for the presentation of the zoo by maintaining high standards which includes emptying bins, litter picking, weeding and window cleaning.

 

To be considered for this post the following is essential:

 

Have at least 2 years of professional work experience working with animals.

 

Be qualified in an appropriate captive wild animal husbandry, biological or conservation discipline.

 

Have great observational skills when working with the animals in the park, understanding animal behaviour.

 

Have the ability to keep accurate records relating to animal welfare.

 

It is also essential that candidates are able to demonstrate the following personal competencies:

 

Have great communication skills for working within a team.

 

Be able to work effectively and with minimum supervision within a timely manner.

 

Have strong interpersonal skills and be confident to interact with the public.

 

Be physically fit as this role includes a lot of walking, bending and lifting various weights.

 

Experience with various types of animal enrichment.

 

Experience in the following would be an advantage:

 

Experience working with large domestic mammals, small carnivores, birds of prey and reptiles.

 

Experience working within a team setting and taking responsibility when required.

 

Experience with animal training.

 

To learn more or apply please click HERE

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Experienced Zookeeper - Carnivores & Primates

 

Experienced Zookeeper - Carnivores & Primates

 

Tayto Park

 

Tayto Park Zoo is looking to hire a self-motivated, experienced zookeeper who is passionate about all things wild and is excited to work in our growing zoo. Located just 30 minutes from Dublin, Tayto Park opened its doors in 2010 and continues to be one of Irelands most visited attractions. We are a small zoo and currently participate in over 20 ESB & EEP’s.

 

With over 80 different species, an ideal candidate will –

 

• have 5+ years employed experience working in an accredited zoological collection

 

• be able to demonstrate that they have experience working with a variety of carnivore and primate species.

 

• completed DMZAA or equivalent qualification

 

• have experience at using ZIMS

 

• be self-motivating and able to demonstrate that they can identify and prioritise tasks

 

• be enthusiastic and have a broad range of knowledge in areas such as conservation, current zoo research, animal welfare and enrichment

 

• be proactive and have previous experience with animal training

 

• have excellent communication skills and proficient at public speaking

 

• The successful candidate will have the opportunity –

 

• to care for Amur leopards, Amur tigers,  mountain lion, Eurasian lynx, bush dogs, callitrichids, ring-tailed lemurs and Sulawesi crested macaques.

 

• to further progress their knowledge and career by attending relevant, certified CPD courses courtesy of Tayto Park

 

• to be involved with and contribute to in-house research projects

 

• to contribute to the future development of the zoological collection

 

This is a permanent role, working hours are 45 hours per week, working five days Monday to Sunday. The candidate will have 30 days of holidays per year (inclusive of Bank Holidays). Starting salary is €27,900.

 

To find out more about our zoo and the conservation, education and research efforts we contribute to then please follow the link http://www.taytopark.ie/zoo/news .

 

So if you’re looking for a new adventure then please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@taytopark.ie by Friday 4th September.

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