Qualified Veterinary Nurse

Photo by:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mrhsfan/6252731982/

Qualified Veterinary Nurse

GREAT WESTERN EXOTICS
Description of Practice

We require a qualified listed veterinary nurse to work weekends within the exotic department (Great Western Exotics), located within the multidisciplinary Vets Now referral hospital in Swindon, Wiltshire. The part time position (hours negotiable) would suit an experienced RVN with prior exotics experience, to nurse our referral and first opinion exotic case load. The hospital has an enviable clinical kit which includes; MRI and CT scanner, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, surgical suite, ultrasound suite, bespoke exotic wards and dedicated OOH team (we offer 24hr exotic cover).

Duties

Your duties will involve clinical nursing of our exotic patients including; monitoring of anaesthesia, radiography, medication, handling and husbandry of a wide variety of exotic in-patients (birds, reptiles and mammals) . There are day to day responsibilities for running and maintaining the exotic wards and equipment, and opportunities to cover weekday holidays and sick leave for other team members if you so wish. We offer a dynamic, supportive working environment with abundant learning opportunities and scope for further qualifications in exotics if desired.

Qualifications Required

This role requires a level of autonomy being that you may be the only VN working alongside our clinicians on any given day - thus we require a qualified, listed and experienced veterinary nurse with exotic knowledge and practical capabilities

How To Apply

For further information or to apply please contact our senior avian and exotic nurse Mrs Emma Whitlock via; emma.whitlock@vets-now.com  or call; 01793 603 800

***

Please Mention
 Zoo News Digest
should you apply for this post

For regular updated Zoo News, Views, Reviews and Vacancies please visit
 Zoo News Digest
on

Please Visit
The Zoo Professionals Book Store
if you are looking for a book. This is an Amazon affiliate and you will get a good deal

also
 you can subscribe to the largest and longest established zoo related ezine
by clicking

HERE

To advertise in Zoo News Digest please see HERE 

Money for Free

If you can write, you can earn. Write about what you like or what you know about. Build up a passive income which will earn you money daily. No catch, no charge. Click on the link below and you could start earning today

Veterinarian for Exotic Animal Hospital in Hong Kong

Tai Wai Small Animal and Exotic Hospital is a well established Veterinary Hospital in a ‘green’ area of Hong Kong. We are situated in a traditional area close to mountains and country parks, yet still within a short traveling distance of the city. Hong Kong is a great place to live, it’s a gateway to exploring China and the rest of Asia, has better weather than the UK and low tax rates.

We are a progressive professional Hospital that prides itself on providing the highest standard of care and compassion for all our exotic and small animal patients.

Our current ABVP(Avian) specialist is returning to teach in the USA therefore we are looking for a new veterinarian to complement our team of 7 vets, 2 UK Qualified VN’s, 15 Vet Assistants, 5 receptionist and 3 cleaners.

The position would suit a veterinarian with current experience in exotics, but individuals with a strong interest who are willing to work towards further ‘exotic’ qualifications would also be considered.

Compassion, a good sense of humor and great interpersonal skills are a must. Emphasis is on a ‘team approach’ to high-quality medicine and surgery.

The Hospital is well equipped with all the usual toys, including everything needed to perform high quality medicine and surgery on exotics.

Salary is production based and there is the option of working either a 4 or 5 day week. One month Annual leave and one week CPD leave provided per year. CPD is actively
encouraged and an allowance provided. Applicants must be able to become registered with the Hong Kong Veterinary Surgeons Board.

For further information please see http://www.taiwaiexotic.com/

Interested applicants please forward your CV and covering letter, mentioning why you are interested in our position to hr@taiwaiexotic.com or fax to Hong Kong (852) 2687 1017

Please Mention
 Zoo News Digest
should you apply for this post

***

For regular updated Zoo News, Views, Reviews and Vacancies please visit
 Zoo News Digest
on

FACEBOOK

Learn More About Zoos and Aquariums by visiting

The Zoo Hubs

Please Visit
The Zoo Professionals Book Store
if you are looking for a book. This is an Amazon affiliate and you will get a good deal

also
 you can subscribe to the largest and longest established zoo related ezine
by clicking

HERE

Photo by: http://www.flickr.com/photos/7326810@N08/1066739365/

To advertise in Zoo News Digest please see HERE 

Amazon World Zoo Park - Education / Marketing Person

Amazon World Zoo Park - Education / Marketing Person

A Unique Opportunity has arisen at Amazon World Zoo Park for an Education / Marketing Person for the Isle of Wight's largest exotic animal collection. The successful applicant must be willing to work hands on with a variety of animals, be confident at public talking, be self-motivated, dynamic, reliable, happy to work onsite and offsite with adults and children and work well in a team.


Applicants must hold a full driving licence and will be CRB checked. Accommodation is available

Closing date: 14.02.10 Please send your C.V. with a cover letter to Personnel, Amazon World Zoo Park, Watery Lane, Newchurch, Isle Of Wight PO36 0LX




Amazon World Zoo Park
Watery Lane,
Newchurch,
Isle of Wight
PO36 0LX
UK
Tel +44 1983 867122
Fax +44 1983 868560

E-mail: info@amazonworld.co.uk
Web: http://www.amazonworld.co.uk/

Please visit Zoo News Digest.

Senior Presenter - Bristol Zoo

Senior Presenter - Bristol Zoo

Salary range £17,000 - £18,000 per annum

A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Presenter to join Bristol Zoo's Presentations Team within the Learning Department. This post-holder supports and deputises for the Presentations Manager.

The successful applicant will have considerable experience in animal husbandry, animal training and presentations skills, as well as proven leadership ability. The Presentations Section develops and delivers the animal demonstrations and enclosure presentations as well as staffing the walkthrough exhibits, husbanding and training the Section's animals and advising the Animal Department on husbandry training. Experience with seal husbandry would also be a great advantage.

Please read the covering letter, job description and person specification for this role which are available to download from Bristol Zoo's website: http://www.bristolz oo.org.uk/ about/jobs

To apply for this position please return the completed application form, recruitment monitoring form and current CV by 5.00 pm on Sunday, 16th August 2009 to:

Mrs Sarah Eason,
Payroll/HR Assistant,
Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Clifton,
Bristol,
BS8 3HA.

Please clearly mark your envelope "SP Application" .
Email applications will not be accepted.

Please visit Zoo News Digest at: http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/

Reptile keeper/Instructor - Reaseheath College Animal Centre

Reptile keeper/Instructor - Reaseheath College Animal Centre
Salary- £16,962-£19,224

We are looking to recruit a Reptile/Exotic animal keeper and instructor to join a multi-disciplined team. The role includes supervising students, work experience staff, and conducting practical sessions and assisting lecturing staff in providing high quality, effective provision.

The key role is to assist in the maintenance of a Zoo licensed animal collection, with this role focusing on Reptiles, Amphibians, Invertebrates and Fish, and the delivery to students of all ages a range of handling and management skills.

exThere will also be a requirement to assist in maintaining animal accommodation, and providing the full range of animal husbandry/animal keeping duties for an extensive range of species to the highest possible standards. The animal collection has a Zoo licence and has 167 species and 1000 animals.

To maintain and adhere to all health and safety requirements and ensure all protocols are met.

A strong team player with a flexible approach, you will possess a animal related qualification at level 3 or above and have animal practical experience in A Zoo or exotic animal collection and a clean driving licence.

Weekend work is on a rota basis and occasional evening work may be required.

Closing Date: 25th July 2009

Please contact HR at Reaseheath College or to discuss contact Richard Champion, The Animal Manager, 01270613161, richardc@reaseheath.ac.uk

The Animal Centre,
Reaseheath College ,
Nantwich ,
Cheshire,
CW56DF.

Experienced Animal Carer for Primates

Experienced Animal Carer for Primates

At Stichting AAP, we give shape to our ideals in a professional way: improve the well being of abused or turned down exotic monkeys and small to medium mammals from Europe. We do this by taking care of animals that come from illegal trade, circuses, laboratories or private individuals. For most animals we worldwide look for the right replacement address in reserves, zoos or in our own permanent sanctuary in the South of Spain.

On the other hand, AAP works on avoiding well being problems by active influence through
policymakers and deciders on this subject, as well as in the Netherlands as in Europe. We take an
active role and on a strategic level, in cooperation with professional organizations at home and
abroad. AAP is also an international authoritative knowledge centre.

We employ around 70 people and may count on the same number of volunteers. We have our seat on a large and modern location, in the middle of a green area close to Almere. Nowhere else can you see the result of your work so directly: every animal under our care is recovering. You will have a close, professional group of colleagues: from animal carers to fund raisers, we all have the same idealistic ideas.
For the Rescue and Rehabilitaion Group we are looking for an Experienced Animal Carer for the Primate department m/f ( 24 hours)

Your role
As an experienced animal keeper, you will be responsible for the daily care of the primates on the department. In practice, your work will for mainly consist of cleaning, feeding, coaching trainees, teaching behavioural improvement and assisting the resocialisation of primates. You will work closely together with other animal carers, according to a fixed method and hands-off protocol. Furthermore, your job responsibilities will consist of administrative work. You will be a member of a team, must be able to work in a team and must be flexible enough to work on Saturdays and Sundays. The (assistant) Team Manager of the Primates department will be your manager.

Your baggage
Feeling for the goals of AAP and for the non-profit sector

* relevant 3 years vocational education animal care or minimal 3 years experience with exotes

* experience with exotics, experience with primates is a preference

* in good health and endurance

* willing to work in weekends

* can work indepently, but also has a necessary team spirit

* takes the initiative and is immune to stress

* disciplined to work with protocols

* can learn and apply new information and is willing to share knowledge and information

* is able to work with relevant computer software (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.).

Our offer
We offer a job with a lot of responsibilities in an open, international, professional organisation in a
natural environment where animals and humans are at the centre. Salary depending on age and
experience, minimal € 1.603,00 (before tax, based on 40 hours), with a yearly career development possibility. Check our website for further information and our terms of employment and atmosphere:
www.aap.nl

Learn more or apply directly

For further information, call Eva Schippers, head Rescue & Rehabilitation, tel. (036) 523 87 87. Send your application letter and CV before 29-06-2009 mentioning number 2009-05-OREDVPR, preferably by email to elly.koppers@aap.nl
or by mail to Stichting AAP, Kemphaanpad 1, Postbus 50313, 1305 AH Almere, the Netherlands, attn. Elly Koppers, human resources coordinator.

The interviews are planned in week 29 and 30.

A practically-oriented assignment is part of the selection procedure!

Please visit Zoo News Digest at: http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/

Fixed Term Keeper - Wellington Zoo

Fixed Term Keeper - Wellington Zoo

Fixed Term Keeper Want to join a Zoo who’s dream is to be the best little Zoo in the world?

Wellington Zoo is a treasure, housing significant populations of animals, plants and people who are passionate about conservation, education and recreation. Some 180,000people visit the Zoo each year. The Zoo conserves precious species and raises awareness of the human contribution to both the destruction and sustainability of ecosystems.

Under the management of the Wellington Zoo Trust, the Zoo is heading in new and exciting directions. The Trust’s vision is for the Zoo to be a magical place of learning and fun, bringing animals in their environments and people who visit together.

Due to a permanent member of staff going on maternity leave we are looking for a fixed term Keeper to work 40 hours per week until mid January 2010. The role will involve providing daily care to our Collection and you will need to be willing to work across all sections.

The successful applicant will have:

A National Certificate in Captive Wild Animals 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 ability to work on a roster that includes weekends and public holidays.

Good written and verbal communication skills.

For a position description and application form please email

zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com

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

Applications must be received by 5pm Wednesday, 17 June 2009.

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


Please Visit: http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/

Zoo Keeper - Drusillas Park

Zoo Keeper - Drusillas Park

We are currently looking to appoint a full time zoo keeper who has had at least three years experience working with animals and preferably holds the City and Guilds Certificate in Animal Management.

The Drusillas animal collection consists of a wide range of small exotics, including many primate species, and some domestic stock. A full driving licence would be beneficial. Pay will be dependent on experience.

For further details and an application form please contact the Zoo Manager, Sue Woodgate on 01323 874110 or email sue.woodgate@drusillas.co.uk and include your full postal address.


Please visit Zoo News Digest at: http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/

Zoo Keeper - The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre

Zoo Keeper - The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre

The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre is looking for a full time experienced Zoo Keeper. The role will cover all areas including the tropical house, farm barn, small animal house, nature trail and various other exhibits. We are looking for a forward thinking candidate who can help the centre move forwards as a collection in line with modern zoo practices. An understanding of the role of the modern zoo is essential. The right candidate will have a fundamental role in advancing the centre as it moves towards having a greater involvement in the zoo community.

The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre is based on a small site near Sheffield. Established in 1994 it is has developed gradually over the years from the early days as a butterfly house to the recognisable collection it is today. The centre recently joined BIAZA as provisional members. www.butterflyhouse.co.uk

The ideal candidate will have:

· At least two years experience working in a similar role
· Excellent animal husbandry skills
· Experience working with a wide range of species including exotics
· Excellent written and verbal communication; experience in public speaking
· Horticultural experience, preferably with tropical species

We are looking for a highly motivated and hard working individual who is versatile in nature and prepared to cover other roles at the centre as necessary. The ability to use initiative is essential. This position will include weekend and bank holiday working. No accommodation is available with this post. Pay dependant on experience

Closing date: 15th May 2009

To apply:
Please send a CV and covering letter to:
Chrissie Jackson (Head Keeper)
Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre
Woodsetts Road
North Anston
Sheffield
S25 4EQ


Visit Zoo News Digest at http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/

Centre Manager - The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre

Centre Manager - The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre

The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre is looking for a Centre Manager to oversee all aspects of the business and animal collection. This is a new role that has arisen from the continuous development of the centre. We are looking for a forward thinking candidate who can lead the centre forwards as a collection in line with modern zoo practices An understanding of the role of the modern zoo is essential. The right candidate will have a fundamental role in advancing the centre by actively pursuing and promoting a greater involvement in the zoo community. This is a challenging role that will cover all aspects of the business including catering, retail and events.

The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre is based on a small site near Sheffield. Established in 1994 it is has developed gradually over the years from the early days as a butterfly house to the recognisable collection it is today. The centre recently joined BIAZA as provisional members. http://www.butterflyhouse.co.uk/

The ideal candidate will have:
· At least five years experience in a similar role
· Experience working with a wide range of animals including tropical species
· Experience in business planning including catering, retail and events
· Experience in implementing new research and conservation projects
· Excellent written and verbal communication
· Strong leadership skills
· Thorough understanding of the zoo licence
· Experience as an active member of the zoo community

We are looking for a responsible, organised and confident individual who can lead and motivate others in a fair but firm way. Educated to degree level or higher preferable. The role will be hands on and a willingness to actively cover different areas is essential. The position will include weekend and bank holiday working. No accommodation is available with this post.
Salary: 22-25K depending on experience
Closing date: 15th May 2009

To apply:
Please send a CV and covering letter to:
Chrissie Jackson (Head Keeper)
Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre
Woodsetts Road
North Anston
Sheffield
S25 4EQ


Visit Zoo News Digest at http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/

Animal Resource Technician/Instructor - Wiltshire College

Animal Resource Technician/Instructor (Ref 214/08L)
£14,655 - £16,364

Based within the programme area of Land Based Industries and Environmental Sustainability at Wiltshire College Lackham, you will mainly be involved in the delivery and demonstration of best practices for animal care concerning large and small, domestic and exotic animals including DWA species and our new Blue Cross cattery. You will be a part of an enthusiastic team whose role is to provide a diverse learning resource to 250 students studying animal care, management and science at FE and HE levels.

Ideally you will have an appropriate HND/foundation Degree qualification and have particular skills in working with exotic species, reptiles and fish.

You will be proactive and prepared to maintain and develop our learning resource and work closely with industry.

The successful candidate will be required to work 37 hours per week including at least one weekend day per week.

You can apply on-line by visiting our website at www.wiltshire.ac.uk or request an application pack by calling (01249) 465359 (24 hour answerphone) quoting reference 214/08L. The closing date is Thursday 16th April 2009 at midday.


A little bit of a problem with the Digest site so jobs all currently being placed on http://zoowork.blogspot.com/


For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you
apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Experienced Primate Care Staff Vacancy

Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre – Dorset

Experienced Primate Care Staff Vacancy - Deputy Team Leader – Pavilion Chimpanzees

We are currently looking to recruit experienced, motivated, reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our dedicated team of Primate Care Staff. This position is a supporting role, requiring the candidate to work closely with the Team Leader in the day-to-day management and care of thirty-four chimpanzees housed in two groups (one mixed sex group , one bachelor group). The Deputy Team Leader will be responsible for supervising other staff and running the section in the Team Leader’s absence.

Ideal candidates will have :

· At least 2 years relevant experience working with Primates; previous experience of working with great apes is essential ( experience with chimpanzees preferred ) .

· A qualification in an animal related discipline.

· Must be physically fit

· Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.

· Experience of Public Speaking

· Full driving licence essential due to location

To apply –

Please send a copy of your Curriculum Vitae, together with a covering letter including salary expectation to: Shelley Fletcher, Human Resources Manager, Monkey World, Longthorns, Wareham, Dorset, BH20 6HH or via email to shelley@monkeyworld.org


For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you
apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Senior bear keeper - Tam Dao (Vietnam) and Chengdu (China)

Senior bear keeper - Tam Dao (Vietnam) and Chengdu (China)


Highly motivated and experienced animal professionals are required to work with rescued Asiatic Black Bears at our Vietnam Bear Rescue Centre, in Tam Dao, north of Hanoi, Vietnam, or possibly at our China Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China.

This position is responsible for overseeing teams of local bear keeping staff with the daily care and management of the bears housed in numerous Sanctuaries within the rescue centres.

Senior Bear Keepers report directly to centre Senior Bear Manager. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the Senior Vet and the resident Vet team and our Animal Conditioning Consultant to manage various daily operations.

Both formal qualifications and proven practical experience are essential for this position.

Responsibilities:

Co-coordinating various daily operations:

staff training

animal care and management

enrichment programs

food ordering system


Participating in training programs and behavioral studies as needed

Qualifications and experience:

Formal qualification in zoology, biology, conservation or animal behaviour/care
Three to five years work experience in a zoo or similar working environment
Excellent communication, organisational and practical skills
Strong management skills and the ability to work in a team or independently
Patience and willingness to work within a different culture are essential


Appointment is full-time, five (5) days a week with some weekend work applicable.
Applicants must be able to commit for a minimum of one (1) year – two (2) year contracts are also offered.

The following items are included in your full-time contract:

On-site accommodation

Subsidised meals

Relocation Assistance

Medical Insurance


For more information please visit our Vet Centre on: www.animalsasia.org

To apply please forward cover letter (stating position you are applying for) and completed Job Application form with expected salary to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org



For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

http://hubpages.com/_13rz0ikcd0g1v/profile/Peter+Dickinson

Senior Zoo Keeper - The Palms Tropical Oasis

Senior Zoo Keeper - The Palms Tropical Oasis

Innovative, motivated and confident individual required
to join the Zoo Team at The Palms Tropical Oasis.

The position is challenging, demanding and supervisory,
but respect for existing experienced staff members will be
expected in order to maintain our enviable team spirit!
The collection is very varied, with good development potential,
so multi-tasking is key. Candidates require excellent
communication skills, both within the team and in order
to further develop Meet The Keeper sessions and public talks.

Requirements.
Knowledge, a passion for wildlife, and the skills to enthuse and
inspire visitors, including school and special interest groups.
At least 2 years relevant experience in captive husbandry and
exhibit design and ability to work well alone and in a team.
Availability for flexible schedule to include weekends and Bank holidays.
Full driving licence (site is not easily accessible by public transport)
Good physical fitness. Experience with problem solving and fast decision making.
.
Advantages
Completion of the ANCZAM Zoo Animal Management Course
Experience of public speaking, presentation skills & customer service.
Good DIY Skills to assist with maintenance.

Wage negotiable depending on experience.

Initial applications preferably by e-mail to (sarah.adams@stapeleywg.com)
No later than Thursday 12th February.

For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

http://hubpages.com/_13rz0ikcd0g1v/profile/Peter+Dickinson

General Keeper - Trotters World of Animals

General Keeper - Trotters World of Animals

A full time position has become available within a successful Wildlife Park in the North of England.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years practical experience, be a well motivated, dedicated team-player, with the drive and motivation to help develop the continually expanding animal collection

Carnivore experience preferable but not essential

Further details and job description
Contact Richard Robinson
Email: info@trottersworld.com

For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - Deputy Head Keeper

Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens - Deputy Head Keeper

Applications are invited for the position of Deputy Head Keeper on the East Section of the Park

The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting in the daily running of the section, and will work closely with the Section Head and staff towards the continued development of the section.

A minimum of 5 years experience with exotic birds and mammals in a zoological environment is essential as is a working knowledge of captive breeding programmes, nutrition and collection planning. Applicants will need to demonstrate good communication skills, be self motivated and able to lead and work as part of a team. Previous supervisory experience, possession of a relevant animal management qualification and a full driving licence are required.

In return we offer a competitive salary, free accommodation and a non – contributory pension scheme.

Please send a current CV together with a hand written covering letter to:

Jamie Craig
Curator
Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens
Burford
Oxon
OX18 4JP


For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Team Leader Primates - Wellington Zoo

Team Leader Primates

If you’re looking for a great career opportunity in the cultural heart of New Zealand……read on…

We have an opportunity for a team player with excellent communication and relationship management skills to be part of our Life Sciences team responsible for the integrated operational and animal management functions and activities for the section which includes chimpanzee, baboons, lemurs, spider monkeys, capuchins, gibbons, cotton top tamarins and emperor tamarins.

As we move forward under a new management structure, we are looking for someone to be a positive role model to others through demonstrated behaviours. In this role you will be responsible for the development of staff through identification of individual and team training needs, development and implementation of appropriate development activities, effective communication, motivation and coaching to ensure maximum potential.

The position is full time (40 hours per week on a 5 day a week roster including Saturdays and Sundays).

So, if you can demonstrate:

. a comprehensive knowledge of conservation issues and the role of the modern Zoo

. an ability to listen, learn, observe and interpret animal behaviour

. excellent communication skills both oral and written

. skills in negotiation, influencing, building and maintaining effective working relationships

. experience working within a team environment

. an ability to be flexible and maintain calm demeanour when working with potentially difficult, dangerous, and unpredictable animals.

and have background in primate management…then this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

For further information, and an Application Form and Role Description please contact Talya Horrocks at Talya.horrocks@wellingtonzoo.com

Applications should be received by 5pm Friday 8th August 2008.

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you
apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Team Leader Birds and Reptiles - Wellington Zoo

Team Leader Birds and Reptiles

If you’re looking for a great career opportunity in the cultural heart of New Zealand……read on…

We have an opportunity for a team player with excellent communication and relationship management skills to be part of our Life Sciences team responsible for the integrated operational and animal management functions and activities for the section which includes fascinating animals such as tuatara, kiwis and keas.

As we move forward under a new management structure, we are looking for someone to be a positive role model to others through demonstrated behaviours. In this role you will be responsible for the development of staff through identification of individual and team training needs, development and implementation of appropriate development activities, effective communication, motivation and coaching to ensure maximum potential.

The position is full time (40 hours per week on a 5 day a week roster including Saturdays and Sundays).

So, if you can demonstrate:

. a comprehensive knowledge of conservation issues and the role of the modern Zoo

. an ability to listen, learn, observe and interpret animal behaviour

. excellent communication skills both oral and written

. skills in negotiation, influencing, building and maintaining effective working relationships

. experience working within a team environment

and have background in aviculture and reptile management…then this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

For further information, and an Application Form and Role Description please contact Talya Horrocks at Talya.horrocks@wellingtonzoo.com

Applications should be received by 5pm Friday 8th August 2008.

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you
apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Head Keeper - Reaseheath College

Head Keeper - Reaseheath College

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Animal Management department at Reaseheath College and Animal Centre, as a Head Keeper to join their growing team, and to support the animal collection and expanding provision of animal related subjects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• The day to day management of the animal centre working closely with the Animal Collection Manager

• Lead and support animal keeping staff

• Maintaining budgets

• Maintain the highest level of animal welfare

• Monitoring and maintaining animal health

• Participating in the acquisition of specimens

• Maintain procedures and protocols set out by management and in line with the needs of the Zoo licence.

• Developing industry links

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record in the management of an animal collection, or a proven record of supervisory experience, and understanding of the education, conservation and research needs of the animal collection in the college context. Experience with a wide range of animals is required. The centre holds 125 species and 1000 animals and is a full member of BIAZA.

The animal section maintains good links with OATA, BIAZA, ABWAK, RBST, along with many other key organisations.

For more information please contact
Richard Champion,
Animal collection Manager on 01270613161,
or richardc@reaseheath.ac.uk

Or apply direct to
HR Department
Reaseheath College
Nantwich,
Cheshire
CW5 6DF
01270625131

Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you
apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html

Animal Keeper – Rodbaston College

Animal Keeper – (39 hours per week)

Salary: £11711 - £14300

The Animal Management Centre at Rodbaston College houses a wide range of domestic and non-domestic species. We hold a zoo license, are members of ISIS and intend to join BIAZA. We are currently extending the facility and the collection and we are seeking a new member of staff to take responsibility for one of the four sections that make up the Animal Centre.



The successful applicant will:

· Have a real passion for animals

· Have relevant qualification preferably to degree level or similar

· Have relevant experience working in an accredited animal collection.

· Be a team player and have the ability to supervise and informally instruct students of all levels.

· Hold a clean UK driving licence.

There is a requirement to work unsociable hours including weekends and bank holidays.


The College is working towards setting new standards for the husbandry of animals of all kinds and the successful applicant will be a key player in this.


Closing date for applications: 1st August 2008

For an application form and job description contact:

Rodbaston College, Penkridge, Stafford ST19 5PH

Tel: 01785 712209 or e-mail: Personnel@rodbaston.ac.uk



Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you
apply for this post

http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html