Animal Keeper
New Forest Wildlife
Park
Hampshire
(Full-time /
Permanent)
Salary: (dependent
on experience)
About Us:
The New Forest
Wildlife Park is a well established and expanding family business. It is one of
three collections in the partnership all of which are BIAZA accredited zoos. We
strive for the highest standards in animal husbandry, wildlife rehabilitation and
education. Our mission is to promote and help worldwide conservation of animals
and their habitats.
The New Forest
Wildlife Park promotes and champions European native wildlife heritage so
inspiring people of all ages to understand and promote conservation.
Overview of Role:
NFWP is seeking an
Animal Keeper capable of working with a diverse range of species at our 25
acres of ancient New Forest woodland.
The successful
candidate will be expected to maintain high standards of animal welfare and
husbandry. Able to keep daily checks and records of animals in their care. The
applicant must be engaging and approachable to visitors of any age. Capable of
working as part of a team or completing tasks alone.
Working hours are
40hrs per week roster based including regular weekends and Bank Holidays. A flexible approach to
working hours is important. The role is physically demanding and our site is
mainly outdoors therefore working outside in all weathers is part of the job.
Applicants will have
a passion and understanding for working with a variety of animals within a zoo environment.
Experience with native species is an advantage. Good communication skills and
positive interaction with the public are very important. A minimum of one
year’s experience within a zoological or animal related position required.
Main Duties:
• Assisting as
instructed with the cleaning of any designated areas around the park.
• Assisting as
instructed with enclosure/paddock servicing.
• Assisting under
instruction with the preparation of approved diets.
• Assisting under
instruction/supervision, the carrying out of correct feeding procedures where
this is deemed appropriate by the Animal Manager.
• Ensuring that
safety and emergency procedures are followed at all times.
• Assisting where
appropriate with the movement and/or training of animals, “Meet the Animals”
etc. as directed by senior staff. As well as engaging proactively in our keeper
talks.
• Maintaining
courteous and helpful relations with visitors.
• Reporting defects
and repairs required to the Animal Manager or more senior staff.
• Assisting in
various projects related to animal management as directed by senior animal
management staff.
Person
Specification:
• Practical
experience of animal management with a range of native and exotic species.
• Broad taxonomic
knowledge on a range of species managed within zoological collections.
• Willingness to
work on and learn about evolving husbandry management within zoological
collections to include positive re-enforcement training for behavioural
management and varied methods of enrichment for a range of species.
• Knowledge of
techniques used to handle specific animals should catch ups or veterinary
procedures require this.
• Be able to
demonstrate initiative and a pro-active approach to completing tasks beneficial
to the section/ department without always waiting to be asked.
• We undertake some
wildlife rehabilitation with native species, so experience in this field would
be advantageous.
Please note*
• A full clean
driving licence is required.
• Accommodation will
not be provided on site.
• No public
transport is available to the New Forest Wildlife Park
• All interviews
will be held at the park.
To Apply:
Applicants will need
to upload their CV, application form and covering letter (detailing relevant
experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details
of availability) to: info@newforestwildlifepark.co.uk
Closing Date:
Midnight Monday 4th July 2016.
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