Experienced Senior Keeper – Events
& Birds
Full time – 40 hours per week (annualised)
As part of an exciting new restructuring programme
within the Animal Department at Blackpool Zoo, we are looking for an Experienced
Senior Keeper to join our Events & Birds team and assist in the daily care
and husbandry needs of a wide range of species currently maintained in our
collection.
The successful applicant will be a proven team
player with a good knowledge of the zoological industry and an understanding of
the requirements needed to maintain and continuously improve the husbandry and
welfare of the animal species under their care. You will be required to work
with all species on your section in a safe and secure manner and will have excellent training and presentation skills using positive
reinforcement methods.
As a senior keeper you may be expected to oversee
and supervise other staff members and on occasions manage the section in the
absence of the Section Manager and Deputy Section Manager, this is an excellent
opportunity for anyone looking to progress in their career.
You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic,
and reliable. You should possess the Diploma in The Management of Zoo and
Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or an equivalent and have a minimum of five years keeping experience, a full valid driving
licence is also essential.
Shared single accommodation may be available for the successful
candidate.
The salary for this position is £24,000 per annum
The closing date for applications are the 17th April 2022.
Blackpool Zoo is one of the UK’s most established
medium sized zoos, and is operated by Parques Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest
leisure and attraction operators which specialises in the tourism/leisure
sector. Parques Reunidos currently operates 61 parks around the world and in
normal operating times attracts over 21 million visitors annually.
Please
note, we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews throughout
the advertising period for this role. The role may therefore be filled prior to
the closing date. We would encourage you to submit your application form as
soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the
closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We are only able to
provide individual feedback to those candidates who are successful through to
the interview stage.
Please
send a detailed CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to be considered
for this post to Mrs Anita Bubbins, Personnel Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park
Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire. FY3 8PP or by email to anita.bubbins@blackpoolzoo.org.uk
http://www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk/employee-privacy-policy
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