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APPRENTICE ANIMAL KEEPER

APPRENTICE ANIMAL KEEPER

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm has a vacancy for an animal section keeper apprentice. The position provides a unique learning opportunity in which an apprentice has a chance to work on all sections within the zoo, gaining comprehensive practical skills and knowledge of animal care and management.

The apprenticeship is for an initial 12 months with the potential for a second year.

The first year's salary is £100 per week. Each apprentice is required to work towards an NVQ to provide written qualifications which support the practical learning undertaken.

A normal working week will be 5 days from 8am to 5pm with most weekends and bank holidays included.

Interested parties should send their CV and a covering letter to Chris Wilkinson, Noah's Ark Zoo Farm, Clevedon Road, Wraxall, BS481PG.

Your covering letter should include:

Why you are interested in this opportunity at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm?
Contact details for the applicant including an email address.
Why you think you would be a good candidate for the apprenticeship and what you think you will bring to the team.
Some of your interests in and outside of work.

Applications must also include contact details for two referees including phone numbers.

All applications must be received by 26 June 2013.

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Friday, June 14, 2013

Education Officer and Work Experience Co-ordinator

Education Officer and Work Experience Co-ordinator - £8678 (Part-time – 24 hours per week)

Blackpool Zoo has a vacancy for an Education Officer and Work Experience Co-ordinator. The education responsibilities include assisting with the development, delivery and evaluation of keystage 1-4, FE and HE sessions, as well as Blackpool Zoo’s keeper courses. The post will also involve assisting with the delivery of the public talks programme and conservation initiatives. The work experience co-ordinator responsibilities will include recruiting and inducting work experience volunteers and working with the animal department and the head keeper to manage these placements.

Closing date: 12/07/2013

For more details and an application pack please contact: Blackpool Zoo Reception, East Park Drive, Blackpool, FY3 8PP.

E-mail: reception@blackpoolzoo.org.uk or telephone: 01253 830801.

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Thursday, June 13, 2013

Senior Keeper: Large Mammals

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Twycross Zoo – East Midland Zoological Society (TZEMS), the World Primate Centre, has over 850 animals and is one of the most comprehensive collections of primate species and subspecies in the western world. We have exciting plans for developing the Zoo further, continuing our work in conservation of endangered species and providing the very best environment that we can.

We have more to do and as the Zoo develops we are looking for dynamic, knowledgeable individuals to help lead the teams forward.

We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Keeper on the Large Mammals section. The section manages Asian elephant, together with a range of ungulate and carnivore species including Amur leopard, snow leopard, meerkat, Bactrian camel and Kirk’s dik dik. This is a key role which will involve working on the section, covering all areas of animal husbandry including feeding, cleaning, training and record keeping, as well as interacting with the Zoo visitors and assisting with the supervision and training of staff.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, high performing individual with a proven track record in zoo animal management. You will have a minimum of 4 years’ experience as a keeper and demonstrate a substantial working knowledge of the natural history and management of key species. You must be a good team worker with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills and be committed to continued professional development of yourself and other staff. Supervisory experience as well as an animal-related qualification, such as the BIAZA approved ANCMZA or DZMAA, would be advantageous.

The role is full time, including weekend duties on a rota system. Salary is paid monthly and we provide uniform, 31 days holiday, 5% employer’s pension contribution after qualifying period.

If you are interested, please send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@twycrosszoo.org.

Closing date: This vacancy will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, therefore you should submit your application as soon as possible.

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Friday, June 7, 2013

DIRECTOR OF ODENSE ZOO

DIRECTOR OF ODENSE ZOO

Do you have the ability to lead Odense ZOO in its efforts to become the most enchanting zoo in the world?

Can you use networking and sponsorships to ensure funding and support for implementing the vision of Odense ZOO?

Odense ZOO was founded in 1930. Today, the zoo is a self-governing institution with a budget of DKK 57 million and 47 permanent staff members. In recent years, Odense ZOO has been developing by leaps and bounds and is now renowned throughout Europe for its zoological professionalism. Odense ZOO is one of the most frequently visited attractions in Denmark.

Odense ZOO’s vision is to attract a greater number of tourists from abroad, to retain its role as a cultural institution of Funen and to continue to develop its zoological efforts. This vision is to be achieved by creating “the most enchanting zoo in the world”. The ambition of Odense ZOO is also to establish a science centre in the Port of Odense.

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Experienced Mammal Keeper

Experienced Mammal Keeper

Colchester zoo currently has a vacancy for an experienced mammal keeper.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years keeping experience in a recognised organisation and be able to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of animal husbandry. Experience of working with a range of species is highly desirable but not essential for this position as appropriate training will be provided by C.Z. It is expected that applicants will have an animal related qualification at Diploma level or above such as the DMZAA (ANCMZA) or similar.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day management and presentation of enclosures covering all aspects of animal husbandry whilst working under the supervision of senior staff, and reporting directly to the deputy-head and head of sections respectively. You will be expected to assist and at other times lead animal presentations/talks to visitors; therefore a friendly confident manner and good public speaking skills are required for this position.

This is a full time position working 5 days per week on a 7 day rota so will include weekends and public holidays.

Please send your CV and covering letter to Human Resources, Colchester Zoo Ltd., Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0SL

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Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Animal Keeper – Hoof Stock Section

Animal Keeper – Hoof Stock Section

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park near Hythe, Kent has an opportunity for an

experienced, hardworking and dedicated keeper to work with a small team of

enthusiastic and likeminded keepers on our hoof stock section to cover a period of

maternity leave. Our collection of hoof stock animals includes; buffalo, tapir, zebra,

various antelope and deer, bison, and wildebeest.

This is a very physical role and the successful applicant will be expected to undertake

all duties on the section including food preparation, cleaning, enclosure building and

maintenance. Conservation education plays a big role in the park so there will be

plenty of opportunities for doing talks and displays to the public.

We are looking for an individual who is hardworking, passionate and committed with

knowledge of current conservation issues and experience in presenting talks to the

public. You will also need a flexible approach to working hours and have a hands on

approach to the restraint and handling of animals.

You must have significant experience in animal keeping gained in a zoo park or

equivalent environment with experience working with hoofstock animals. A full valid

driving licence is essential and experience in driving tractors and Land Rovers off

road is also desirable. Although not essential for the role, a firearms licence would be

advantageous. Ideally you will have obtained an animal management qualification or

equivalent but if not you must be willing to work towards obtaining a relevant

qualification.

The role is 40 hours a week, 5 days out of seven, 8.00am to 5.00pm. Expected start

date is July and you will need to be available to work in this post for up to 12 months

or until the post holder returns.

To apply: Please send a full CV and covering letter to: The Human Resources

Department, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Port Lympne, Nr Hythe Kent CT21 4PD.

Or e-mail: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org

Closing Date: 20th June 2013.

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