Friday, October 9, 2020

Aquatics Team Leader

 


Aquatics Team Leader


Yorkshire Wildlife Park

 

Since its opening in 2009, Yorkshire Wildlife Park has evolved to become the UK’s number 1 on-foot safari. We feature walkthrough exhibits that take the guest directly into the world of the animals. A dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, the park currently has over 400 animals across more than 70 different species.  Over the next five years the park is planning multi-million pound unique and innovative developments which will introduce charismatic new species to the park, including a large breeding group of Californian Sealions.

 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to establish and lead our newly formed Aquatics section. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of a mixed section range of species, including a large group of sealions. The section will continue to grow as the park develops. The Aquatics section will be responsible for the delivery of engaging talks and presentations throughout the day, including shows and behind the scenes experiences. This role will play an integral part in the management and shaping of our conservation education work. Provision and facilitation of an exemplary guest experience will be a key objective for the team and the successful candidate will be adept at engaging with audiences of all sizes.

 

This role will influence the design, establishment and management of new animal facilities and ensure the best possible husbandry, health and welfare standards. Team Leaders manage both the animal and ranger operations of the section therefore people management experience is essential for this role.

 

To be considered, candidates must hold a Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or a degree level qualification in an animal related subject area. In addition, they will demonstrate comprehensive experience working within zoological collections, including experience managing a range of mammal species, preferably including marine mammals. The successful candidate will also have experience of leading and managing a team of staff.

 

This is a full time, permanent position which will include weekend, evening and bank holiday work.

To download the vacancy information pack and the required application form, please visit the vacancies section of our website www.yorkshirewildlifepark.com

 

If you have an enquiry about the vacancy which is not answered by the job vacancy information pack, please contact our recruitment team via email recruitment@yorkshirewildlifepark.com or telephone 01302 535057 extension 48.





photo 
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

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