Animal Keeper
Ventura Wildlife Foundation
Salary based
on qualification and experience.
About
us:
The
Ventura Wildlife Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to worldwide
wildlife conservation and education. We are involved in the conservation of
rare and endangered species through breeding, habitat protection, community
engagement and reintroduction programmes.
Our 15-acre
private conservation centre and headquarters is situated in Watford,
Hertfordshire and is home to a variety of lakes and forest areas. The centre is
visited by a wide variety of native wildlife and within our facility we care
for many different exotic species including zebra, ostrich, kangaroo, dingo,
binturong, porcupine, tamarin, marmoset, lemur, mongoose, fossa, pelican,
flamingo, macaw, Galapagos tortoise and dwarf crocodile.
The
Role:
We are
seeking a responsible, enthusiastic and dedicated animal keeper to join our team.
The successful individual will be required to complete daily animal husbandry
tasks including food preparation and the cleaning of animal habitats. The role
will include various other aspects such as site care & maintenance, stock
taking, enrichment, maintaining accurate records as well as instructing
volunteers and interns.
The
successful applicant will be expected to be able to carry out educational talks,
tours and private animal encounters/experiences for a variety of age groups,
both on and off site.
The
Applicant:
We are looking
for a professional individual who has at least 1 years’ experience working
within a zoo, conservation centre, farm park or similar organisation. The
individual must be confident and willing to work with a variety of different
animal species, both individually and as part of a small team. Applicants need
to have meticulous attention to detail and a strong level of responsibility and
initiative. The applicant must have a genuine passion for wildlife, education
and conservation.
The
applicant must be prepared to work outdoors all year round and have a good
level of physical fitness. An ability to work safely and responsibly is
essential.
A UK manual
driving licence, ability to use Microsoft Office and a basic understanding of
ZIMS are advantageous to this role.
The
Particulars:
Working 35-40
hours per week, based on a five-day week including weekends and bank holidays.
A flexible approach to working hours is essential to help meet the needs of the
Foundation.
All applicants
must be permitted to work within the UK and have necessary documentation.
The
Foundation will provide on-going training and development opportunities.
Closing Date:
31st October 2022
To apply
please email a CV along with a covering letter outlining your experience and
interest in wildlife conservation.
careers@venturawildlifefoundation.org
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