Bird Keeper

 

Bird Keeper

 

Paignton Zoo

 

Paignton Zoo, one of the largest in the UK and a registered scientific and education charity has an exciting opportunity for a keeper to join our Birds team on a fixed term basis.

You will be responsible for the hands-on day-to-day husbandry of a large and diverse collection of birds, focusing on animal welfare, bio-security, record keeping and ensuring that exhibits are maintained to the highest standards.

You will have at least 2 years of prior experience working with bird species in a zoological collection or similar establishment, preferably working with a wide variety of taxa.  You will have a broad knowledge of husbandry practices and how they are implemented and be reliable with good time-keeping and attendance.

This is a fixed term position until 30th September 2021 working 20 hours a week over 5 days. There will be a requirement to work weekends on a rota basis.

Interviews are planned for week beginning 15th February 2021
 

 Paignton Zoo offers the following benefits (after probationary period):

• 28 days paid holiday pro-rata (inclusive of Bank Holidays) rising to 33 days’ pro-rata after 5 years
• Company sick pay
• Branded uniform provided (as required)
• Relevant internal and external training provided
• Free entry to our zoos for staff and immediate family
• Complimentary tickets
• Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
• Free staff parking
• Employee Assistance Programme

To apply please complete the online application form on our website: www.paigntonzoo.org.uk/about-us/vacancies

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ZooNews Digest has subscribers in over 1200 Zoos in 150+ countries. Zoo professionals are International.

The number of people who will actually read the posted vacancy  will actually be considerably less. Usually this will be between two hundred and three thousand. This will depend on the type of post, the time of the year and where it is located…of course not all will apply. I wish you the very best of luck in finding the right candidate for your post.

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Animal Keeper

 

Animal Keeper

 

Ponderosa Zoo

 

Ponderosa Zoo is looking for a new animal keeper to join the team here in Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire. We keep over 140 animals ranging from Scottish wildcats to reindeer. We are continually evolving, and this is an exciting opportunity to join the team of an expanding zoo.

 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily husbandry of a variety of our mammal, bird, and reptile species. Experience is desirable with all the above however full training will be given. You should also be confident when interacting with customers as this role involves delivering animal talks and running animal experience sessions. As we are a small team, you should expect to also assist in a range of other tasks such as litter picking and grounds maintenance when necessary.

 

We are asking for at least 1 years’ experience working in a zoo environment as well as an animal related qualification. Good time keeping, positive attitude and being a team player are essential to this role. This role is physical demanding so you must be physically fit to effectively carry out the zoo keeping tasks. A full UK’s driver’s license is desirable.

 

You will work 5 days per week. The hours vary depending on the seasons. During our winter period you will work 32.5 hours per week and during our summer period you will work 37.5 hours per week.

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to Eve Fern at office@ponderosa-centre.co.uk

Closing date for applications is: 22nd Feb 2021

Interviews will take place the week commencing March 8th 2021.

FYI

This vacancy has been posted out to the many thousands who read the popular Zoo Jobs Blog Page and then on to the 129,400 plus followers of the  ZooNews Digest Facebook Page. It is then immediately forwarded on to Twitter and then to Pinterest and Linkedin (8,000+ connections). Many vacancies are shared to individuals and groups. In short your vacancy will have the potential of reaching something in the region of some 80,000 plus people within 24 hours. Most of these people are working in a zoo environment, Keepers, Curators, Vets, Zoo Directors, Trainers, Aquarists and more.

ZooNews Digest has subscribers in over 1200 Zoos in 150+ countries. Zoo professionals are International.

The number of people who will actually read the posted vacancy  will actually be considerably less. Usually this will be between two hundred and three thousand. This will depend on the type of post, the time of the year and where it is located…of course not all will apply. I wish you the very best of luck in finding the right candidate for your post.

To make a donation to help with the continuation of the work of ZooNews Digest please click on the DONATE button on top left of this page. Thank you. I will be most grateful.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +66 (0) 93 0835 862 | elvinhow@gmail.com https://iizc.org/ | Skype: peter.dickinson48

Animal Keeper

 

Animal Keeper

Job title: Animal Keeper / Educator (dual role)

Summary

Zoo2U are recruiting for an experienced Animal Keeper / Educator. We are looking for someone who is confident, outgoing, passionate and experienced to join our small but growing friendly company/team. During the Covid-19 pandemic, this position is offered for a minimum of 15 hours per week with overtime available and will eventually lead to a minimum 35 hour permanent contract when the zoo is able to reopen fully. Please note that this is not a trainee position.

The Company

Zoo2U is a family run business with a heart for outreach into the local community. Our mission is to ‘Interact, Educate and Inspire’ with all those we come into contact with. Zoo2U has hand picked a unique collection of exotic animals, which in turn create a varied adaptable team suitable for all occasions. The animals are all friendly and are comfortable interacting with humans, which means that Zoo2U can offer a unique hands-on animal encounter. Zoo2U offers close encounters with exotic animals and tailor their experiences to meet educational school curriculum requirements, while offering kids clubs, children’s parties, fairs and fetes, therapy for special needs and even corporate events! We have even adapted to virtual sessions through the current pandemic. This will be a very exciting time to join the company as we look to relocate (locally) and grow the zoo.

The Candidate

You will have a relevant animal related qualification and at least two years’ experience in the zoological industry with practical knowledge of Reptiles, Birds and Mammals, especially species held in our collection. You will be familiar with the SSSMZP and ensure best practice and compliance with health and safety and zoo licensing regulations. You will be dedicated and passionate about animal welfare and will already put this at the centre of everything you do. You will use a variety of methods to enrich and stimulate the animals in your care and have a keen eye for detail with regards to exhibit maintenance and animal health. You will always strive to improve zoo management standards and keep detailed animal records.

You will be presentable and willing to represent the company to a very high standard in all situations. You will be expected to travel (up to 60 miles) from the zoo to deliver outreach to a high standard so you must have experience in presentations/talks/demonstrations to audiences of varying ages and abilities. You will hold a current clean driving licence and be able to use both a manual and automatic vehicle. During the current pandemic we have moved to online outreach and your willingness to get participate in this is expected. There will be occasions when your start and/or finish times will change due to the needs of the business so you must be able to offer flexibility.

You will be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic and reliable. You will be an excellent timekeeper and a team player; however, you may also find yourself working alone on some days, especially through the current pandemic. You will be required to expand the services offered by Zoo2U, through suggesting new idea's and working closely with the owners to ensure the ideas become a reality. This position would suit someone who is keen to advance their career.

Responsibilities:

• Daily animal husbandry
• Maintenance of animal enclosures/public areas
• Public presentations at a variety of outreach and therapy events/sessions
• Virtual public presentations
• Liaising with veterinarians
• Daily monitoring of animal health and wellbeing, and administering preventative/curative treatment
• Animal related administration duties

 

Essentials

• Relevant zoo or animal related qualification(s)
• Public speaking skills
• Organisational skills
• Clean driving license
• Knowledge of record keeping
• Non-smoker
• Minimum 2 years’ industry experience.
• Practical knowledge of husbandry techniques for a variety of Reptiles, birds and small exotic mammals

 

Desirable

• Teaching qualifications
• First aider
• Current CRB/DBS
• Falconry experience

 

Expected Start Date: 22/02/2021

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Dependant on exeperience

COVID-19 considerations:
As an indoor facility, we are closed in line with government regulations. When able to open, all public entering the zoo are required to wear face masks, use a foot dip, and wash and sanitise their hands. Staff also required to wear face masks when public are on site and when working in close proximity to other staff.

 APPLICATION LETTER AND FULL CV TO melissa@zoo2u.co.uk

FYI

This vacancy has been posted out to the many thousands who read the popular Zoo Jobs Blog Page and then on to the 129,400 plus followers of the  ZooNews Digest Facebook Page. It is then immediately forwarded on to Twitter and then to Pinterest and Linkedin (8,000+ connections). Many vacancies are shared to individuals and groups. In short your vacancy will have the potential of reaching something in the region of some 80,000 plus people within 24 hours. Most of these people are working in a zoo environment, Keepers, Curators, Vets, Zoo Directors, Trainers, Aquarists and more.

ZooNews Digest has subscribers in over 1200 Zoos in 150+ countries. Zoo professionals are International.

The number of people who will actually read the posted vacancy  will actually be considerably less. Usually this will be between two hundred and three thousand. This will depend on the type of post, the time of the year and where it is located…of course not all will apply. I wish you the very best of luck in finding the right candidate for your post.

To make a donation to help with the continuation of the work of ZooNews Digest please click on the DONATE button on top left of this page. Thank you. I will be most grateful.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +66 (0) 93 0835 862 | elvinhow@gmail.com https://iizc.org/ | Skype: peter.dickinson48

Nature Centre Assistant

 

Nature Centre Assistant

 

Tilgate Nature Centre

 

Tilgate Nature Centre is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate individual to join our team as a Nature Centre Assistant.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily husbandry of the Nature Centre’s animals; they will work primarily in our Madagascar Zone, which includes species such as radiated tortoises, Dumeril’s boas, vasa parrots, pin-stripe dambas and ring-tailed lemurs.

In addition they will be required to carry out routine enclosure and grounds maintenance tasks.

They will have relevant practical experience in the husbandry of a wide range of species and have an animal care qualification.

If you think you might be the person we are looking for, please fill in the application form and tell us all about yourself.

To learn more and or apply please click HERE

FYI

This vacancy has been posted out to the many thousands who read the popular Zoo Jobs Blog Page and then on to the 129,400 plus followers of the  ZooNews Digest Facebook Page. It is then immediately forwarded on to Twitter and then to Pinterest and Linkedin (8,000+ connections). Many vacancies are shared to individuals and groups. In short your vacancy will have the potential of reaching something in the region of some 80,000 plus people within 24 hours. Most of these people are working in a zoo environment, Keepers, Curators, Vets, Zoo Directors, Trainers, Aquarists and more.

ZooNews Digest has subscribers in over 1200 Zoos in 150+ countries. Zoo professionals are International.

The number of people who will actually read the posted vacancy  will actually be considerably less. Usually this will be between two hundred and three thousand. This will depend on the type of post, the time of the year and where it is located…of course not all will apply. I wish you the very best of luck in finding the right candidate for your post.

To make a donation to help with the continuation of the work of ZooNews Digest please click on the DONATE button on top left of this page. Thank you. I will be most grateful.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +66 (0) 93 0835 862 | elvinhow@gmail.com https://iizc.org/ | Skype: peter.dickinson48

Living Collections Manager

 Living Collections Manager

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre, Ormskirk, Lancashire

37.5 Hours per week to be worked on a rota basis to include weekends, bank holidays and evenings in line with business requirements

£29,351 per annum (accommodation provided)  

 

Exciting times are coming to Martin Mere, where we are planning considerable investment in redeveloping our zoological collection. As a result, we are looking to recruit a creative individual, with avicultural, grounds and people management experience, to take responsibility for our already outstanding collection of wetland birds and mammals, to support our exciting development plans and to bring a team of keepers along for the ride.

 

The successful candidate will ensure that their team performs at the highest level, be instrumental in improving animal husbandry, build strong working relationships with other departments and contribute to developing new exhibits.

 

Other duties will include public engagement and keeping the grounds to a high standard of presentation.

 

You will form part of the duty management team and there is an opportunity for a rent-free, on-site, three bedroom cottage, overlooking Martin Mere, to enable better performance of duties (including providing some out of hours emergency cover).

 

The successful candidate will be educated to A level standard, or equivalent, with previous animal husbandry experience, in particular, aviculture.  Previous people management is essential, as are excellent communication skills. Experience of the design and development of exhibits and horticultural management are desirable.

 

The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) is a conservation charity that protects wetlands for wildlife and people. We conserve, restore and create wetlands. We are pioneers in saving wetland wildlife, both in the UK and around the world. At our 10 UK sites around a million visitors a year engage with wetland nature. We work internationally in key global wetland areas, balancing conservation with sustainable livelihoods and influencing national and international conservation policies.

 

In return for your hard work and dedication you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

-       25 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service

-       Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply)

-       Life assurance

-       Free car parking and secure bike storage areas

-       Cycle to work scheme

-       Free entry to all our centres

 

WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

 

For more information, and to apply for the role, please visit

 

http://jobs.wwt.org.uk/vacancies/1334/ZooNewsDig/living_collections_manager/

Closing date:  10^th February 2021

Interview date:  22^nd February 2021

Registered Charity Number England & Wales, no 1030884 and Scotland, no SC039410 

FYI

This vacancy has been posted out to the many thousands who read the popular Zoo Jobs Blog Page and then on to the 129,400 plus followers of the  ZooNews Digest Facebook Page. It is then immediately forwarded on to Twitter and then to Pinterest and Linkedin (8,000+ connections). Many vacancies are shared to individuals and groups. In short your vacancy will have the potential of reaching something in the region of some 80,000 plus people within 24 hours. Most of these people are working in a zoo environment, Keepers, Curators, Vets, Zoo Directors, Trainers, Aquarists and more.

ZooNews Digest has subscribers in over 1200 Zoos in 150+ countries. Zoo professionals are International.

The number of people who will actually read the posted vacancy  will actually be considerably less. Usually this will be between two hundred and three thousand. This will depend on the type of post, the time of the year and where it is located…of course not all will apply. I wish you the very best of luck in finding the right candidate for your post.

To make a donation to help with the continuation of the work of ZooNews Digest please click on the DONATE button on top left of this page. Thank you. I will be most grateful.

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +66 (0) 93 0835 862 | elvinhow@gmail.com https://iizc.org/ | Skype: peter.dickinson48