Zoo Jobs: Animal Keeper

Animal Keeper

Permanent – 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 Animal Keeper to join our team, working primarily on our mammal team, the successful candidate will join our existing team of keepers assisting in the daily care & husbandry needs of our animals. The zoo houses a wide range of mammal species and the successful candidate will have experience caring for a variety of mammal taxa.

You will have a minimum of 3 years working in a recognised zoological institution and the DMZAA course or an equivalent qualification is essential. You will need to be hard working, physically fit, enthusiastic, and reliable.

We offer a range of benefits plus the opportunity to further your career within the zoological industry.

The Zoo is operated by Parque Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest leisure and attraction operators which specializes in the tourism/leisure sector. Parque Reunidos currently operates over 60 parks around the world and attracts over 20 million visitors annually.

The salary for this position is £22,200 per annum

The closing date for applications is Sunday 17^thApril 2022

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. All candidates will be notified of the outcome of the application by email within 4 weeks of submitting their application. 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

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