Senior
Animal Ranger
Job
Reference: EX255 (please quote on application form)
This pack contains all the information you need to
know when applying for a vacancy at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, included in the
sections below:
1.
Important Information
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Useful information about the
recruitment process, equal opportunities, company & departmental
information.
2.
How to apply
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Accepted methods of application
and how to submit.
3.
Application form
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Yorkshire Wildlife Park encourages
green practices. Please reduce your ecological footprint by completing the form
electronically and returning via email.
4.
Job Description
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A breakdown of the vacancy and
what is expected from the successful applicant.
5.
Job and Person Specification
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A list of essential and
desirable criteria for the post.
Important Information
The
Organisation
Thank you for your
interest in our advertised vacancy. Since its opening in 2009, Yorkshire
Wildlife Park has evolved to become the UK’s number 1 on-foot safari. We
feature walkthrough exhibits that take the guest directly into the world of the
animals. A dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, the park currently
has around 400 animals across 70 different species. We aim to provide a
quality, value for money experience that excites and inspires our guests.
Equal
Opportunities
Yorkshire Wildlife Park is committed to equal opportunities in all
aspects of recruitment and employment.
Job descriptions and person specifications define the qualification,
experience and other skills required for the post and will only include those
factors which are necessary and justifiable on objective criteria for the
satisfactory performance of the job.
As part of our commitment to
equal opportunities we are monitoring job applications for equality purposes.
To help us in our endeavours we ask you to complete an equal opportunities
monitoring form at the end of the job application form. The equal opportunities
monitoring form will be detached from your application form, stored separately
and used solely to provide statistics for monitoring purposes.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park’s Mission
Statement
To create a dynamic, interactive experience and regional centre of
excellence for the conservation of biodiversity globally and locally that is
sustainable both for the environment and the business. To promote a wider
understanding of the natural world and inspire generations to support and
protect the world around them.
The Animal
Department at Yorkshire Wildlife Park
It is the responsibility of the animal department to provide a high
standard of care for the animals at the park. We achieve this by the supply of
suitable diets and enrichment as well as building enclosures which are
innovative in their design and offer a stimulating environment for the animals.
We aim to interact with the public through talks to effectively communicate
important welfare, conservation and environmental messages. The department
contributes to conversation by being an active member in European breeding
programmes, undertaking fundraising for in situ projects and by facilitating
research within the park.
Each member of staff needs to
research and learn about conservation issues, have a good knowledge of the
animals (in situ and ex situ), the conservation projects we support, breeding
programmes we are involved with, experiences we offer and how zoos and parks
are organised and work. They also need to have a full knowledge of the park and
its visitor facilities.
Use of Curriculum Vitae (CVs)
Our policy is to recruit and employ our employees on the basis of
their suitability for the vacancy.
An application form allows us to compare
individuals based on the same criteria and as such we do not accept a CV unless
it is accompanied by a fully completed application form.
Shortlisting
To ensure that the people we employ are matched to the role and our
business aims, we operate a robust shortlisting procedure which involves a
two-stage interview process. Candidates should ensure before they apply for a
position with YWP, that as a minimum they meet the essential criteria outlined
in the person specification and are available to attend interviews on the dates
outlined on the job specification.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is our policy not
to inform candidates who have not been shortlisted to interview stage. If you do not hear from us within one month
of the closing date, we will have decided not to take your application any
further.
Pre-
employment Checks
All offers of employment are made subject
to the following criteria:
Proof of
eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.
How to Apply
All applicants are required to fully complete the YWP application
form in order to be considered for any vacancy. You should refer to the person
specification when completing Section 5 of the application form as this is the
criteria we use to measure you against.
Complete application forms should be returned to the HR Department
by midnight of the closing date specified. Late applications will not be
accepted under any circumstance.
Yorkshire Wildlife Park promotes green practices, please support us
in our endeavours by completing the application form electronically and
returning via email.
A CV can be used as a supportive document to the application form
but cannot be used to replace any part of the application form. Applicants who
have used their CV to replace parts of the application form will have their
application rejected.
Complete application forms should be returned to the HR Department
via the below means:
And if email is unavailable
Post: HR
Department, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Brockholes Lane, Branton, Doncaster, DN3
3NH
Application Form
The YWP application form is available to
download from the vacancies page of our website in pdf and word format.
Job
Description
Job Title: Senior Animal Ranger (Primates)
Reporting
to: Team Leader/Deputy
Team Leader
Department:
Animals
Qualifications: National Diploma in
the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals or Degree level qualification in an
animal related field.
Primary
Responsibilities
Key Work Objectives
· Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of animal enclosures
according to biosecurity and disease prevention protocols to minimise the
risk of infectious and zoonotic diseases.
· Ensure the adherence to health and safety standards through effective
Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures.
· Ensure all animal records within your areas of responsibility
are accurately maintained.
· Complete checks on animal health, equipment and enclosures
before opening and closing and periodically throughout the day.
· Maintain and advance animal welfare including the design and
implementation of enrichment and training programmes for animals on the section.
· Ensure an exemplary visitor experience for all visitors entering
your areas of responsibility.
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Ensure exemplary customer
service is delivered at all times.
· Responsible for maintaining a motivating, supportive and
professional culture and working environment within the team.
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Train new staff and ensure
they are operating at the required standard.
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General
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Maintain high levels of
professionalism, service and personal appearance.
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Assist other departments in
their duties as and when required as directed by the General Manager.
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Promote the health and
wellbeing of all animals.
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Strive to uphold the
appearance of YWP by litter picking, emptying bins and notifying the
relevant department of any faulty equipment or potential hazards you notice
whilst completing your day to day duties.
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To ensure the maintenance
and security of educational equipment and material.
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To be responsible, along
with other staff members, for compliance with health and safety regulations
for staff and visitors.
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· Assist with park wide operations and commercial activities such
as events, conferences and experiences
· Any other duties instructed by a senior member of staff.
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·
Maintain high levels of
professionalism, service and personal appearance.
·
Assist other departments in
their duties as and when required as directed by the General Manager.
·
Promote the health and
wellbeing of all animals.
·
Strive to uphold the
appearance of YWP by litter picking, emptying bins and notifying the
relevant department of any faulty equipment or potential hazards you notice
whilst completing your day to day duties.
·
To ensure the maintenance
and security of educational equipment and material.
·
To be responsible, along
with other staff members, for compliance with health and safety regulations
for staff and visitors.
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Job Specification
Job Title: Senior
Animal Ranger
Reporting to: Section Team Leader/Deputy Team
Leader
Working Hours: Basic of 40 hours per week scheduled in
accordance with business requirements. To include weekends and bank holidays as
required.
Salary: £19,306 gross, per
annum
Contract: Permanent (subject
to the successful completion of a probationary period)
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
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Ensure animals’ nutritional
requirements are met and that animal feeding adheres to defined dietary
instructions.
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Monitor all animals for signs
of illness, injury or distress and promptly report any concerns to the team
leader or deputy team leader. Administer medications as instructed.
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Maintain and advance animal
welfare including the design and implementation of enrichment and training
programmes for animals on the section.
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Ensure an exemplary visitor
experience for all visitors entering your areas of responsibility.
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Responsible for maintaining a
motivating, supportive and professional culture and working environment within
the team.
Candidate:
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Ability to lead a team when required and provide mentorship to junior
staff.
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Strong communications skills
adapted to the needs of managers, colleagues and members of the public.
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Excellent time management and organisational skills.
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Demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm.
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Must be confident with the ability to work as part of a team or on your
own and lead a team when required.
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Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide resolutions.
Start
Date: Monday 11th May 2020.
Closing
date for applications: Tuesday 17th March 2020.
Interviews
to be held: First Stage interviews will be held on Monday 23rd
March 2020 followed by second
stage interviews week
commencing Monday 30th March 2020.
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Person
Specification
Person
Specification
JOB TITLE: SENIOR ANIMAL RANGER
Assessment Criteria
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Essential (E)
Desirable (D)
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Experience
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Previous experience of working in a team and leading a team with
support.
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E
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At least five-years experience of working in a paid position with
within a licensed zoological collection
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E
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Experience and expertise in the management of large primates
including guenons, howler monkeys and baboons.
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E
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Experience of designing and delivering conservation education through
presentations, demonstrations, talks and interpretation to zoo visitors.
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D
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Previous experience working within a customer facing role,
delivering exceptional visitor care
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E
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Skills/ Abilities
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Ability to lead a team
when required and provide mentorship to junior staff.
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D
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Strong communications skills adapted to the needs of managers,
colleagues and members of the public.
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E
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Excellent time management
and organisational skills
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E
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Demonstrated commitment
and enthusiasm
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E
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Must be confident with
the ability to work as part of a team or on your own and lead a team when
required.
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E
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Must be physically
competent in performing manual tasks on a daily basis.
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E
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Strong problem-solving
skills with the ability to provide resolutions.
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D
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Knowledge
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An in-depth knowledge of animal husbandry, welfare and enrichment.
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E
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Ability
to undertake animal training techniques and enrichment implementation
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E
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Ability
to maintain and enhance animal reserves to maximise animal welfare, staff
safety and public display.
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E
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Working
knowledge of ZIMS record keeping and operational Health and Safety best
practice.
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D
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A comprehensive working knowledge of the species within Yorkshire
Wildlife Park’s animal collection.
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D
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Qualifications
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Diploma in the Management of Zoo or Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or
degree in an animal/ conservation subject area or equivalent qualification
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E
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Full UK Driving License
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D
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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant
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