Keeper (Primates)

**He angitūtanga: The opportunity**

**Keeper** (Primates)

Auckland is a global city with stunning scenery, wonderful beaches, and sub-tropical islands. It is also a city with one of the most progressive zoos in the world. Auckland Zoo’s mission is to ‘Bring people together to build a future for wildlife’.

Through science, learning & training, and strengthening our relationship with Te Ao Māori, we strive for excellence in animal care & welfare, conserve wildlife in the wild and nurture a lifelong connection with nature to enhance the well-being of our communities.

We have an opportunity for a keeper on the Primates section. The role involves a science-based approach to animal husbandry and welfare, helping to provide exceptional visitor experiences, and a commitment to the conservation of wildlife and wild places.

Note: this position will be required to work weekends and public holidays.

To review the full position description, please click HERE

**He kōrero mōu: About you**
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a zookeeper with preference given to primate and particularly great ape experience.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and confidently.
- A demonstrated track record of innovative husbandry including operant conditioning, and a sound understanding of the Five Domains of Animal Welfare Model.
- An understanding of and commitment to the broad and growing role of a good modern zoo in conservation, science, and community wellbeing.
- Knowledge of environmental issues facing New Zealand.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer.**

Salary range: NZD$57,824.00 - NZD $72,847.84 per annum based on skillset and experience.

There is also an ever-growing range of discounts and partnership benefits, for a snapshot of these please click here: Benefits

You will be working for an organisation with a conscience which means having a role that has a positive impact on the world.

We are a fun and enthusiastic team, who thrive in this challenging and rewarding area and who work in innovative areas on an international level.

**Tono mo te mahi/To Apply**
- Please provide a bespoke cover letter (max 1 page) and concise CV (max. 3 pages)
- You **do not** need to add your roles in the non-mandatory fields if your CV is up to date.
- Applications close at 11.59pm on **20th September 2024**

If you have specific questions after reading the advert and PD, please contact:

- Tātaki Auckland Unlimited strongly encourages our employees to be fully vaccinated._