Zoo Jobs: Experienced carnivore keeper

Experienced carnivore keeper

Exmoor Zoological Park

Exmoor Zoo is looking to take on a Keeper within the Carnivore section of the Mammal Department, who will be an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual.

The duties will be to assist the carnivore team in the running of that section to ensure high standards of welfare and husbandry for the animals. You will have a proven record of working with catgeory1 carnivores and be able to work alone in compliance with the zoo’s lone working policy. You will also play an integral role in training and enrichment of the animals, as well as maintenance of their enclosures.

Requirements of the position;

You will be required to have a minimum of 2 years full time employment in a recognised Zoo environment. It will be expected that you have experience with carnivore keeping particularly category 1 animals and some working skills with other animals. Some of this “other” experience can be given here.

You should have passed the DMZAA or equivalent or be prepared to gain those qualifications.

Hold a full U.K. driving licence and have your own vehicle due to location.

Keep up to date with current practices in animal husbandry and welfare and have a working knowledge of the Conservation and Education roles within modern Zoos.

You will be required to work Bank Holidays and weekends.

You will have two fixed days off per week.

Wages will be c £19,448 rising to £20,280 PA after six months probation.

Applications accepted by email with a covering letter to the Animal Collection Manager Mr Danny Reynolds on info@exmoorzoo.co.uk. Interviews will continue until the position is taken.

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