Job Title
General Keeper
Wage/Salary (£/$/€)
£23,064 - £25064
Closing date for applications:
04-Oct-2024
Collection Name
Exmoor Zoological Park
Website
Work Address
Exmoor Zoo, Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple EX31 4SG, UK
Job Description
You will be required to have a minimum of 12 months full time employment in a recognised Zoo environment. It will be expected that you have experience with both carnivores & primates (particularly category 1 animals) and some working skills with “other” animals. Some of this “other” experience can be given here.
You should have passed the DMZAA or equivalent or be prepared to gain those qualifications. Hold a full U.K. driving licence and have your own vehicle due to location. Keep up to date with current practices in animal husbandry and welfare and have a working knowledge of the Conservation and Education roles within modern Zoos. Be able to keep calm in stressful situations and be able to handle and manage animals during certain procedures.
Have a basic understanding of D.I.Y.
You will be required to work Bank Holidays and weekends.
You will also represent Exmoor Zoo at Conferences when required.
You will have two fixed days off per week.
Wages will be dependent on age and experience but (as of 04.24) will be between £23,064 to £25,064 with increase after probation end.
Working Hours
Not provided
Job Type
Full time
The candidate will be expected to work on:
Bank Holidays, Public Holidays
Staff Benefits
Not provided
Zoom/Skype Interview Available
Yes
Cover Letter Required?
Yes
Contact
Danny Reynolds
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