Animal Keeper
2 weeks ago
We have a fantastic opportunity for suitably skilled person to join our dedicated Exotic Species animal keeping team. We are seeking to employ an Animal Keeper.
You will need to be a highly driven and energetic person with a passion for wildlife/animal care and public education.
The ideal applicant will possess the following skills and attributes:Experience caring for a variety of species.
Responsible mature attitude and team player.
Good communication, with a professional approach to visitors.
A background in training/conditioning animals is desirable.
High level of physical fitness (heavy lifting will be required).
Good practical and maintenance skills, e.g. exhibit maintenance, fence maintenance, electric fence repairs, etc.
A qualification in zoo keeping (or similar) would be considered an advantage.
Experience with ungulate species and/or rhinos is highly desirable.
A minimum of two years' experience in animal husbandry is required, and duties will include:
Providing daily care and welfare to a variety of animals.
Involvement in zoo-based breeding programmes.
Implementing behavioural enrichment programmes.
Training and conditioning for health checks.
Conducting fun, informative presentations to educate visitors on the plight of exotic fauna.
Animal observations and record keeping.
Maintaining animal enclosures and exhibits.
The working week for the position is to be determined and will involve working full time, 40 hours per week.
RECEPTION AND RETAIL ASSISTANT
PERMANENT PART-TIME POSITION (SUNDAYS)
We have a fantastic opportunity for a suitably skilled person for a permanent part-time, front-line position with the opportunity for additional casual work during school holidays and other busy periods.
You will need to be a highly driven and energetic person, able to show initiative, with a passion for wildlife.
This is a diverse role responsible for providing a high level of customer service and ensuring that quality information is delivered to visitors on entering the Park.
The main responsibilities include greeting visitors, admission tickets, promoting key products and merchandise as well as answering 'overflow' phone calls.
Close liaison with other staff members will be essential to ensure that all front-line requirements are met.The successful applicant must possess the following attributes:
Excellent communication skills.
Good experience in cash handling and retail sales.
Outstanding customer service and people skills.
A team player with a "can do" attitude and attention to detail.
A positive, polite and friendly personality.
A passion for conservation and the aims of the Trust.
The position is for a Sunday shift each week.
Additional shifts will also be available during busy periods, therefore we are seeking a person who can be flexible in their availability for work.
Hours of work are 10:00am to 5:00pm.-
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