Experienced
(senior) Bird keeper
Exmoor Zoological
Park
Exmoor Zoo is looking to take on an
experienced bird Keeper. The individual will need to be reliable, enthusiastic,
self-motivated, and physically fit. Considerable experience working as an
aviculturist is essential as well as a driving licence due to the remoteness of
the zoo.
The duties will be to work in the bird
management team and help in the running of their department to ensure high
standards of welfare and husbandry for the birds. You will need to be a good
team worker, be able to motivate colleagues, show initiative, have a positive
outlook, and take responsibility for all the welfare of the birds under your
care. You will also play an integral role in training and enrichment of the
birds, as well as maintenance of their enclosures.
Requirements of
the position;
Ideally, you would require a minimum
of eighteen months full time employment in a recognised Zoo environment as an
aviculturist or the equivalent from the private sector. It will also be
expected that you have some experience with avian hand rearing and the species
kept with our collection (parrots, softbills, ibis, etc.)..
· You should be prepared to gain or ideally have
passed the DMZAA or equivalent.
· Hold a full U.K. driving licence, and have
your own vehicle due to location.
· You will be required to work Bank Holidays and
weekends.
· You will have two fixed days off per week.
Wages will be c £19,000 - £21,000 P/A
depending on suitability and experience.
Please register your interest by
sending an email with an enclosed cover letter and your current C.V. to Danny
Reynolds, Animal collection Manager, info@exmoorzoo.co.uk by mid-day on Friday
October 2nd .
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