Senior
Animal Keeper – Primates & Small Mammals
Marwell
Zoo
Join our
vibrant organization!
As an
action oriented conservation charity, Marwell Wildlife’s desire is to connect
people with nature. Through enthusing people about the wonders of the natural
world we’re certain they’ll share our passion to conserve it. Our success
relies on two key things. The impression we create through our 140 acre zoological
park, Marwell Zoo, with its wide array of exotic and endangered species and the
family of talented people we employ who share our passion and bring our vision
to life.
A full time
opportunity has arisen to join our Animal Management Team as a Senior Animal
Keeper on our Primates and Small Mammals section.
We’re
looking for candidates with a good understanding of primate and small mammal
species’ biology, natural history, husbandry & welfare. We have exciting
plans for our collection and exhibits, offering great opportunities for
creative project and team work with a focus on animal behaviour, nutrition and
enrichment where our principles of welfare are founded on the natural history
of the species we care for. This post offers a fantastic opportunity to work
with a range of species including Golden-Lion Tamarins, Siamang, Long-Nosed
Potoroo, Two-Toed Sloth and White-Faced Saki Monkeys.
This role is
responsible for supporting both the team and the Animal Team Leader and
ensuring high standards of animal husbandry and welfare at all times whilst
ensuring that all exhibits and facilities are maintained to the highest
possible standards.
The
successful candidate must possess current knowledge of issues affecting
zoological collections and their contributions to conservation, science,
sustainability & education.
Specialist
taxonomic knowledge and experience in primate and small mammal species with a
minimum Level 3 (ANC / DMZAA) or equivalent qualification in animal management
or biological sciences is essential.
In return we
will offer you support, training and continued professional development, not to
mention a fantastic working environment!
Due to the
need to drive park vehicles, candidates must also hold a full driving licence
valid for the UK.
Closing
date for applications is: 25th Mar 2021
Proposed Interview
Date: 01 April 2021
Second Stage
Interview Date: 08 April 2021
If you would
like to join our unique and vibrant organisation and become part of our Marwell
Family, please visit our website, marwell.org.uk for a full candidate brief and
our application form. This application form must be completed for you to be
considered for this role.
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