Animal Care Manager

 

Animal Care Manager

 

Wellington Zoo

 

At Wellington Zoo, we are the Zoo with the biggest heart: a creative, innovative and progressive zoo. We are a team of powerfully passionate individuals who are champions for the welfare of all animals - within and beyond the boundaries of the Zoo. We are guided by our kaupapa, “Me Tiaki, Kia Ora!” - we must look after our environment, so all things will flourish.

Wellington Zoo is dedicated to giving our animals a really good life. Animals at Wellington Zoo are treated with dignity and respect, their quality of life needs are met, and Wellington Zoo is positioned as a leader in the zoo profession: an advocate and an authority on animal welfare best practice.

We have a rare vacancy for our Animal Care Manager role on a permanent, full-time basis. This pivotal role reports to the Chief Operating Officer and the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall leadership and effective management of the four husbandry sections in our Animal Care Team. The role is crucial to ensuring that we lead the way with the highest standards of husbandry skills, animal welfare outcomes, species management planning and innovative habitat design for the animals in our care. This is also the biggest team in the Zoo, and the Animal Care Manager needs to be an incredible people leader, with four Animal Care Team Leaders as direct reports and a wider team of 25.4 FTE Keepers. The role plays a critical role in managing the training and ongoing professional development of Animal Care staff, in leading initiatives and experiences that inspire our visitors, and supporting the Zoo’s strategic priorities.

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Animal Care Team Leader Reptiles And Invertebrates

 

Animal Care Team Leader Reptiles And Invertebrates

 

Wellington Zoo

 

We currently have an exciting position for Animal Care Team Leader of Reptiles and Invertebrates to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis. Reporting to the Animal Care Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient and integrated daily operations of animal husbandry and management of the Zoo’s Reptiles and Invertebrate section. They will also be responsible to our Animal Care Manager for ensuring our Keeping staff are supported and developed. They are responsible for the highest standards of animal husbandry, excellence in animal care and welfare, and providing our visitors with exciting message driven experiences.

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Conservation Manager

Conservation Manager

About us -

At Wellington Zoo, we are the Zoo with the biggest heart: a creative, innovative and progressive zoo. We are a team of powerfully passionate individuals who are champions for the welfare of all animals - within and beyond the boundaries of the Zoo. We are guided by our kaupapa, “Me Tiaki, Kia Ora!” We must look after our environment, so all things will flourish.

About the role-

Our goal for Wellington Zoo’s conservation work is to make a genuine and ongoing contribution to saving wildlife and wild places in Wellington, in New Zealand, and around the world. We will achieve this by working with our community, supporting our partners, developing our people, and leading projects for impact on the ground.

We are looking for a passionate, motivated Conservation Manager to ensure our Zoo continues to build its reputation and capability in conservation.

What we’re looking for in an applicant-

As this role is primarily about engaging others, the successful candidate will need to have excellent relationship management skills and a proven ability to influence others to follow your vision. We are looking for someone:

• With a strong green furry heart;

• Who can ensure that the Zoo’s conservation work punches above its weight;

• That can ensure Wellington Zoo is a voice to be heard for conservation and the conservation work and value of Zoos;

• With a practical understanding of conservation both locally and globally;

• With experience in delivering conservation programmes;

• With an understanding of the role of conservation in progressive zoos;

• With a commitment to save animals in the wild;

• And a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience. 

What we’re offering as an employer-

 • The opportunity to be part of a passionate and committed team that is dedicated to animal welfare, sustainability initiatives, community engagement and conservation outcomes

• An exciting and varied place to work

• Five days Conservation Volunteering Leave per year of employment to work on a conservation project

• Sick leave entitlement from the start of employment

• Yearly allocation of Zoo passes and Zoo Close Encounters that can be shared with family and friends and discounts on Zoo products.

• The ability to enjoy the Zoo every day.

• Annual flu vaccinations.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

For more information on this vacancy please download the Job Description. To submit your application, click ‘Apply for this job’ to direct you to our application site. To find out more about Wellington Zoo please visit https://wellingtonzoo.com

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Applications must be received by close of business Friday 17 July 2020 

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Primate Keeper

Primate Keeper

Wellington Zoo is committed to its vision of igniting a Zoo revolution. We care about making connections between animals, people and our environment, while growing love and support for our Zoo. We punch above our weight in leading the way through connecting people with animals, saving animals in the wild and ensuring we’re a voice to be heard.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Animal Care team as a Primate Keeper on a permanent full time basis. The successful applicant will be responsible for the daily care of a variety of species and habitats within the Zoo. They will also need to be confident engaging with our visitors.

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to have:

• A minimum of two years’ experience in working with a variety of Primates in human care and daily husbandry.
• National Certificate in Captive Wild Animals, Certificate in Zoo Keeping or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of behavioural and environmental enrichment techniques.
• The ability to work with limited supervision, solve problems and work well in a team environment.
• The flexibility to work on a roster that includes weekends and public holidays.
• Good written and verbal communication skills combined with excellent visitor engagement skills.
• Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

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To apply please email your covering letter, CV and completed application form to zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com

Applications must be received by close of business Monday 9th of October.

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Animal Care Manager

Animal Care Manager

Wellington Zoo

Wellington Zoo is on a journey to ignite a zoo revolution. We like to punch above our weight and following a realignment of our Animal Care Team we are excited to be recruiting to the newly established role of Animal Care Manager. The ability to think strategically and holistically with respect to the delivery of zoo based outcomes is a critical requirement for this role. This is a permanent full time role reporting directly to the General Manager Animal Care.

The role is responsible for overall leadership and effective management of the four husbandry sections in our Animal Care Team, and ensuring that we lead the way with the highest standards of husbandry skills, animal welfare outcomes, species management planning and innovative habitat design for the animals in our care. The role will play a critical role in managing the training and ongoing professional development of Animal Care Team Leaders and Keeping staff, in leading initiatives and experiences that inspire our visitors, and supporting the Zoo’s strategic priorities

The successful applicant will have:

· Tertiary or other relevant qualification in biology, animal behaviour or a

related field, combined with a minimum of six years’ relevant experience.

· Comprehensive knowledge of zoo based strategies and policies and

procedures with combined with extensive experience in animal husbandry,

and management

· Demonstrated experience in species management and habitat design and

maintenance

· Sound knowledge of the Five Domains of Animal Welfare.

· Research and project management skills and the ability to solve problems and

embrace new and innovative techniques, technologies and ways of doing

things.

· Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with proven

ability to develop effective working relationships and lead and develop staff

in a multi-disciplined team.

To apply for this opportunity you must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

To view the job description and apply online please visit our website –

www.wellingtonzoo.com/careers

Applications close: 15th May 2016

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KEEPER

KEEPER

Welcome to Wellington Zoo – the best little zoo in the world! We are passionate about conservation, learning, visitor and community engagement, and providing opportunities for people to find their personal connection with nature.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Keeper to join our Life Science team on a permanent full time basis (40 hours per week).  The successful applicant will be responsible for the daily care of a variety of species and habitats within the Zoo’s animal collection. They will also need to be confident engaging with our visitors.

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to have:

• A minimum of 18 months experience.
• National Certificate in Animal Management (Captive Wild Animals), Certificate III in Zoo Keeping, or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in captive animal keeping and daily husbandry.
• Knowledge of behavioural and environmental enrichment techniques.
• The ability to work with limited supervision, solve problems and work well in a team environment.
• The flexibility to work on a roster that includes weekends and public holidays.
• Good written and verbal communication skills combined with excellent visitor engagement skills.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. For further information including a position description and application form please see below:

Job Description

Application Form

To  apply please email your covering letter, CV and completed application form to zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com or post to Zoo Keeper Vacancy, C/- Wellington Zoo Trust, 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021.

Applications must be received by Friday 1 August 2014

For more information please e-mail: zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com

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CONSERVATION MANAGER

CONSERVATION MANAGER

Wellington Zoo exists to help people find their personal connection with nature. At the heart of these connections is the conservation and environmental sustainability work we do, both at the Zoo and with programmes we support in the wild. We are looking for a passionate, motivated Conservation Manager, in a newly established role, to ensure our Zoo builds its reputation and capability in conservation and sustainability.

As this role is primarily about engaging others, the successful candidate will need to have excellent relationship management skills and a proven ability to motivate others to follow your vision. We are looking for someone with:

a passion for nature

a practical understanding of conservation and sustainability both locally and globally

understanding of the role of conservation in a modern zoo

experience in delivering conservation programmes

understanding of and commitment to the World Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Strategy

a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience

See below for further information including a position description and application form. Please note applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

To apply please email your covering letter, CV and completed application form to zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com or post to Conservation Manager Vacancy, C/- Wellington Zoo Trust, 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021. 

Applications must be received by Thursday 30 January 2014.

Position Description

Application Form

For more information please e-mail: zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com

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Keeper

Keeper - Wellington, New Zealand

Employer: Wellington Zoo Trust 

Work Type/s: Full Time 

Classification/s: Animal Welfare & Protection, Environment & Sustainability 

Sector/s: Local Government 

Location: International

Wellington Zoo is a treasure, housing significant animals and plants and employing people who are passionate about conservation, learning and engagement.  We are committed to providing opportunities for people to find their personal connection with nature and our dream is to be the best little Zoo in the world.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Life Science team as a Keeper on a permanent full time basis (40 hours per week). The successful applicant will be responsible for the daily care of a variety of species and habitats within the Zoo’s animal collection. They will also need to be confident engaging with our visitors.

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to have:

• Experience in captive animal keeping and daily husbandry.
• Knowledge of behavioural and environmental enrichment techniques.
• The ability to work with limited supervision, solve problems and work well in a team environment.
• The flexibility to work on a roster that includes weekends and public holidays.
• Good written and verbal communication skills combined with excellent visitor engagement skills.
• Whilst not essential a National Certificate in Captive Wild Animals or equivalent qualification would be an advantage.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.

For further information including a position description and application form please go to http://www.wellingtonzoo.com/net/jobs/.

Job Description click HERE

How to apply for this job
To apply please email your covering letter, CV and completed application form to:
 zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com,

using the subject line: Keeper application to

Zoo Keeper Vacancy,
C/- Wellington Zoo Trust,
200 Daniell Street,
Newtown,
Wellington 6021.

Applications must be received by Wednesday 17 July 2013.

Senior Keeper Reptiles

Senior Keeper Reptiles

Wellington Zoo is a treasure, housing significant populations of animals, plants and people who are passionate about conservation, education and recreation. A magical place of learning and fun, our goal is to leave visitors with a sense of wonder and respect for nature, and a belief in the need for a sustainable co-existence between wildlife and people. Our dream is to be the best little zoo in the world.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our Life Science team as a full time permanent (40 hours per week) Senior Keeper of Reptiles. Reporting to the Team Leader Reptiles, the successful applicant will be responsible for the daily care and management of a variety of reptile and invertebrate species and habitats within the Zoo’s animal collection. Visitor engagement is an essential component of this role and as such requires a 'people person' with a can do attitude.

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to have:

A National Certificate in Captive Wild Animals or equivalent qualification.

Three year’s experience in reptile keeping and husbandry, enclosure design and invertebrate experience would be desirable.

Knowledge of behavioural and environmental enrichment techniques.

The ability to work with limited supervision, solve problems and work well in a team environment.

The flexibility to work on a roster that includes weekends and public holidays.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Application form


To apply please email your covering letter, CV and completed application form to zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com or post to Zoo Keeper Vacancy, C/- Wellington Zoo Trust, 200 Daniell Street, Newtown, Wellington 6021.


Applications must be received by 12 noon, Tuesday 10 January 2012

For more information please e-mail: zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com

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