REGISTRAR (Maternity Leave) - BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS

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REGISTRAR (Maternity Leave)

BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS

Applications are invited for the position of Registrar (to cover maternity leave, approximately 6 – 8 months) at Bristol Zoo Gardens.
Main duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the Animal Department records system, including data input into ZIMS from the keeper reports (electronic transfer)
• Provide reports as requested
• Train new users to access and enter ZIMS data and help roll out ZIMS use across the zoo
• Provide support to users of the animal records system ZIMS in its use and in problem resolution
• Manage all animal transfers – both imports and exports
• Manage booking requests for the twice weekly vet clinics.
• Input data into the MedARKS veterinary records system (and ZIMS in due course). 
• Ensure that the Senior Curator is advised of any concerns or potential problems with regard to the data or to animal transfers.
• Coordinate the Animal Dept Collection Plan spread sheet in conjunction with the Curators.
• Provide administrative support for the Senior Curator.

Hours
37.5 hours Monday to Friday – within normal animal department hours
Very occasional weekend working may be necessary – time to be taken in lieu during the same month as working

The successful applicant will preferably have some working knowledge of animal records and transfers within the international zoo framework and should be educated to at least A level, with a degree in a biological science an advantage. They should be computer literate with a good working knowledge of Office and Windows and be able to learn new software quickly. This post would suit a highly organised and methodical individual who would enjoy using these skills to support Bristol Zoo. 

Please visit www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description and person specification for this role.

To apply for this position please send a covering letter and full C.V. to: Mrs Sarah Eason, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA by 3.00 pm on Monday 21^st October. 

E-mail:season@bristolzoo.org.uk

Successful applicants will be asked to attend for interview on Thursday, 24th October 2013.                

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Experienced/Senior Keeper – Mammals

Experienced/Senior Keeper – Mammals

Permanent position

Salary Range - £17,500 - £17,850 per annum

Bristol Zoo Gardens has a vacancy for an Experienced/Senior Keeper working on the mammal section. This position is permanent working 80 hours per fortnight as part of the departmental 14 day rota, which will include weekends and bank holidays.

The successful applicant will be an experienced mammal keeper and will have at least three years experience of working with zoo animals. Having some practical knowledge of the husbandry of small nocturnal mammals will be an advantage.

The successful applicant will be educated to at least GCSE level, including English and a biological science, and hold the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals - DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA) or equivalent. The ability to work within a team and having a general knowledge of the conservation and educational roles of zoos is also desirable.

A copy of the job description, person specification and application form can be found on our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk

If after reading the job description and person specification you think you have all the qualities we are looking for, please complete and return the application form to Mrs Sarah Eason, HR Department, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA.  Please do not include a CV or any extra pages these will be disregarded.  Please clearly mark your envelope ‘BZG210SM’ application ensuring that you have paid sufficient postage, we will not collect any that have been undelivered.  Email applications will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications is 3.00 pm on Friday, 18^th October 2013. 

Bristol Zoo Gardens reserves the right to close any of its vacancies early

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Aquarium Keeper

Aquarium Keeper

Permanent position working 80 hours per fortnight

Salary range £14,326 - £16,830 per annum, depending on qualifications

Bristol Zoo Gardens have a vacancy for an animal keeper in our Aquarium.  This is a permanent position working 80 hours per fortnight as part of the departmental 14 day rota which will include weekends and bank holidays.

The successful applicant will preferably have some experience of working in a zoo environment. Being part of a small team responsible for the Care and maintenance of 25 public displays along with a modern off show breeding and quarantine facility.  The successful applicant must have knowledge of aquatic life support systems and fish husbandry. Holding a minimum PADI rescue diver (or equivalent) qualification would also be an advantage, but not essential.

Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and to include English, maths and a biological science. Holding the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals – DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA) would also be an advantage.  The successful applicant will be expected to study for this diploma if they do not already hold this qualification.

Please visit our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and application form.

To apply for this position please complete the application form (do not send in a cv or any other documentation) and send to Mrs Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Administrator, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA.  Please clearly mark your envelope ‘BZG210AQ’ ensuring that you have paid sufficient postage, we will not collect any that have been undelivered due to lack of postage.  Email applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.  The closing date for this position is 2.00 pm on Monday, 22^nd July 2013.  Interviews will take place during week commencing 29^thJuly 2013.

Bristol Zoo Gardens reserves the right to close this vacancy early.  Due to the expected number of applications we will only be contacting those shortlisted for interview.

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Mammal Keeper

Mammal Keeper

Permanent position working 80 hours per fortnight

Salary range £14,326 - £16,830 per annum, depending on qualifications

Bristol Zoo Gardens is recruiting for the position of Animal Keeper on our Mammal Section.  This is a permanent position working 80 hours per fortnight as part of the departmental 14 day rota which will include weekends and bank holidays.

The successful applicant will be an experienced mammal keeper and must have at least two years’ full time experience of working with a variety of mammal species, great ape experience would be an advantage.  Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level to include English and a biological science.  Holding the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals – DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA) would also be an advantage.  The successful applicant will be expected to study for this diploma if they do not already hold this qualification.

To apply for this position visit our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and application form.

Complete the application form (do not send in a cv or any other documentation) and send to Mrs Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Administrator, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA.  Please clearly mark your envelope ‘BZG210M application’ ensuring that you have paid sufficient postage, we will not collect any that have been undelivered due to lack of postage. Email applications will not be accepted under any circumstances.   The closing date for this position is 1.00 pm on Friday, 12^th July 2013. Interviews will take place on Friday, 19^th July 2013.

Bristol Zoo Gardens reserves the right to close this vacancy early.  Due to the expected number of applications we will only be contacting those shortlisted for interview.

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ANIMAL KEEPER (MATERNITY COVER)

ANIMAL KEEPER (MATERNITY COVER)

Salary range £14,326

Applications are invited for the position of Animal Keeper at Bristol Zoo Gardens. This is a full time, fixed term [maternity cover] position based on the Ectotherms Section and primarily working with the Invertebrates. The successful applicant will preferably have some experience of working in a zoo environment.   Some experience of aquatic systems would be an advantage although not essential.
Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and to include English and a biological science.

Applications including full C.V. to: Mrs Sarah Eason, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA by Friday 5^th of July. Email season@bristolzoo.org.uk. Please clearly mark your application ‘EA Application’.

Successful applicants will be asked to attend for interview during the week commencing 15th July 2013.

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Presenter - Bristol Zoo

Presenter

Full time 37.5 hours per week, fixed term position

Salary £16,709 per annum

A vacancy has arisen for a Presenter to join Bristol Zoo’s Presentations Team.

The successful applicant will have considerable experience in animal husbandry with some animal training and presentations skills.  The Presentations Section develops and delivers the animal demonstrations, husbanding and training the Section’s animals and advising the other animal sections on husbandry training.  Experience with seal husbandry would also be a great advantage.

This is a full time position working on average 37.5 hours per week as part of the section rota which will include weekends and bank holidays.  This position is fixed term until 26^th March 2014.

Please visit www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description and person specification.

To apply for this position please send a covering letter and current CV by 3.00 pm on Thursday, 23^rd May 2013 to 
Mrs Sarah Eason,
 Payroll/HR Assistant,
 Bristol Zoo Gardens,
 Clifton,
 Bristol,
 BS8 3HA.
  
Please clearly mark your envelope ‘AP Application’. Email applications are not being accepted. 

Interviews are scheduled for Monday 3^rd June.

Due to the expected number of applications we will only be contacting those who have been shortlisted for interview.

Wild Place Animal Manager

Wild Place Animal Manager

Full time –  37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary range £20,500 - £22,500 per annum

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.
Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.
This is a key managerial role working as part of an operational team on site covering all day to day operational duties.  Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards on site. 
If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a guest focused environment and you are able to inspire your team to achieve excellence, then you might just be the person we require.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position. Closing date for applications is 12noon Friday 10^th May 2013. 

Interviews will be held between Fridays 17^th – 24^th May 2013.

Veterinary Intern

 

Veterinary Intern

37.5 hours per week

Salary £20,000 per annum

Bristol Zoo Gardens is one of the UK’s leading zoos and is involved with over one hundred co-ordinated breeding programmes for threatened wildlife species.

The Veterinary Department has a vacancy for a veterinary intern to join a team of Head Vet, two Staff Vets and two Vet Nurses. This is a one year training position. We are seeking a motivated individual who can demonstrate a strong interest in zoological medicine and with at least 2 years clinical experience. Applicants must be qualified to practice veterinary medicine in the UK. Experience with exotic pets, wildlife or zoo animals would be an advantage.

The successful applicant will assist the BZG Veterinary team in maintaining a programme of preventive and curative veterinary care and nutrition in line with the Secretary of State’s Standards of Modern Zoo Practice. This is a broad veterinary role which includes the day to day veterinary care of the animal collection and advice on breeding, husbandry and enclosure design as well as pathology and some laboratory work. The intern will also be expected to teach and supervise students and participate in the out of hours on call rota. There will also be an opportunity to work on research projects and produce publications.

Please visit our web site for a copy of the job description and person specification www.bristolzoo.org.uk

The role is full time, 37.5 hours per week; you will also be required to do any extra hours necessary to fully satisfy the role. To apply for this position please send a covering letter and full CV to Mrs Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Administrator, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA or email season@bristolzoo.org.uk. Please clearly mark your application ‘VI application’. The closing date for applications is 12.00 pm on Wednesday, 6^th March 2013.

Due to the expected number of applicants we will only be contacting those short listed for interview.

 

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REGISTRAR (Maternity Leave)

REGISTRAR (Maternity Leave)

BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS

Salary range £19,000 - £19,564 per annum

Applications are invited for the position of Registrar (to cover maternity leave) at Bristol Zoo Gardens.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the Animal Department records system, including data input into ZIMS from the keeper reports (electronic transfer)
• Provide reports as requested
• Train new users to access and enter ZIMS data and help roll out ZIMS use across the zoo
• Provide support to users of the animal records system ZIMS in its use and in problem resolution
• Manage all animal transfers – both imports and exports
• Manage booking requests for the twice weekly vet clinics.
• Input data into the MedARKS veterinary records system (and ZIMS in due course).
• Ensure that the Senior Curator is advised of any concerns or potential problems with regard to the data or to animal transfers.
• Coordinate the Animal Dept Collection Plan spread sheet in conjunction with the Curators.
• Provide administrative support for the Senior Curator.

Hours

37.5 hours Monday to Friday – within normal animal department hours
Very occasional weekend working may be necessary – time to be taken in lieu during the same month as working

The successful applicant will preferably have some working knowledge of animal records and transfers within the international zoo framework and should be educated to at least A level, with a degree in a biological science an advantage. They should be computer literate with a good working knowledge of Office and Windows and be able to learn new software quickly. This post would suit a highly organised and methodical individual who would enjoy using these skills to support Bristol Zoo.

Please visit our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description and person specification.

To apply for this position please send a covering letter and full C.V. to: Sarah Eason, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA by Weds 20^th February 2013 or email season@bristolzoo.org.uk. Clearly mark your application ‘RG Application’. Successful applicants will be asked to attend an interview on Wednesday 27th February 2013.

Due to the volume of applications expected we will only be contacting those who have been short listed for interview.

 

 

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Seasonal Rangers

Seasonal Rangers

2 positions working 32.5 hours per week, fixed term

Salary - £12,810 per annum

We require two Seasonal Rangers to join Bristol Zoo’s Presentations Team within the Learning Department. The successful applicants will be staffing the Zoo’s walkthrough exhibits and giving enclosure presentations. You will also help with all other section duties, and support the DinoRangers. You will be very guest-focussed, enhancing our guests’ experience of the Zoo, and helping to meet our charitable conservation and education mission. Successful applicants will be working 32.5 hours per week, 4^th March through to 3^rd November 2013 as part of the section’s 14 day rota, which will include working weekends and bank holidays.

Full details including job descriptions, person specifications and an application form are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk.

To apply for this position please return the completed application form and current CV by 3pm on Tuesday, 12^th February, to Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Assistant, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA. Please clearly mark your envelope ‘Seasonal Ranger’. Email applications will not be accepted. Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 19^th February 2013.

Due to the volume of applications expected we will only be contacting those who have been short listed for interview.


 

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DinoRangers

 

 

DinoRangers

Salary £13,435 per annum

32.5 hours per week, fixed term

And Lead DinoRanger
Salary £15,595 per annum

35 hours per week, fixed term

Could this be the most unusual job in Bristol…?

Dinosaur keeper wanted at Bristol Zoo

OK, our maintenance team will do the ‘keeping’ –the dinosaurs are not real after all. But we do need some DinoRangers. There are three positions available: A Lead DinoRanger at 35 hours per week, and two DinoRangers at 32.5 hours per week, all 18^th March to 4^th September 2013.

We are after energetic, fun-loving, theatrically-minded people to enhance our guests’ enjoyment of our Dinozoo2 exhibition. You will be on hand to entertain and engage Zoo guests with 12 huge animatronic dinosaurs, and also with the history and science of dinosaur discovery, with special reference to Thecodontosaurus. You may be in costume (an explorer, palaeontologist or quarryman), leading tours, answering questions, running impromptu games. You may also supervise guests on an interactive fossil dig, give dinosaur talks and contribute to dinosaur-themed birthday parties. The Lead DinoRanger will coordinate the team on a daily basis, and will also lead DinoSafari sessions for pre-booked groups.

The team will be working in shifts to cover seven days a week, and there will also be booked evening tours and events, so we are looking for people able to commit to some unsociable working hours – but you will have a lot of fun.

Full details including job descriptions, person specifications and an application form are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk.

If you would like to apply, please send a full CV, covering letter and completed application form to Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Administrator, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA to reach us no later than 3pm, Wednesday, 13^th February. Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 19^th February 2013. Please clearly mark you envelope ‘Dino Ranger application’. Email applications will not be accepted. Due to the expected number of applications we will only be contacting those shortlisted for interview.

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Senior Presenter

 

 

Senior Presenter

Full time 37.5 hours per week, fixed term position

Salary range £18,500 - £19,100 per annum

A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Presenter to join Bristol Zoo’s Presentations Team. This post-holder supports and deputises for the Presentations Manager.
The successful applicant will have considerable experience in animal husbandry, animal training and presentations skills, as well as proven leadership ability. The Presentations Section develops and delivers the animal demonstrations, husbanding and training the Section’s animals and advising the other Animal Sections on husbandry training. Experience with seal husbandry would also be a great advantage.
This is a full time position working on average 37.5 hours per week as part of the section rota which will include weekends and bank holidays. This position is fixed term until 26^th March 2014.
Closing date for application is 3.00 pm on Thursday, 14^th February with interviews scheduled for Thursday, 28^th February 2013.
A copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply are available from our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk.

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Overseer – Birds

 

 

 

Bristol Zoo Gardens

Overseer – Birds

Temporary position covering maternity leave

Salary £19,247 per annum

Applications are invited for the position of Overseer of Birds (maternity cover) at Bristol Zoo Gardens. This is a hands-on position with the post holder assisting the Curator of Birds with daily care and supervision of the Zoo’s bird collection as well as supervising the staff involved with their care.

The position is to cover maternity leave working 80 hours per fortnight as part of the departmental 14 day rota.

The successful applicant must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with an excellent knowledge of bird husbandry and captive breeding protocols and will supervise the daily care of the bird collection and the staff working on the section.

The successful applicant will be educated to at least GCSE level, including English and a biological science and must hold the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals – DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA) or its equivalent. The ability to supervise staff is essential and having a general knowledge of the conservation and educational roles of zoos is desirable.

A copy of the job description and person specification and details on how to apply for this position please visit our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk
 

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Bird Keeper

 

 

Bird Keeper

Permanent position working 80 hours per fortnight

Salary range £14,045 - £15,346 per annum

Bristol Zoo Gardens is recruiting for the position of Animal Keeper on our Bird Section. This is a permanent position working 80 hours per fortnight as part of the departmental 14 day rota which will include weekends and bank holidays.

The successful applicant will be an experience bird keeper and must have at least two years’ experience of working with a variety of avian species. Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level to include English and a biological science. Holding the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals – DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA) would also be an advantage.

Please visit our web site www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description and person specification.

To apply for this position please send a covering letter and full CV to Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Administrator, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA or email season@bristolzoo.org.uk. Please clearly mark your application ‘BK application’. The closing date for this position is 12.00 pm on Monday, 26^th November 2012, with interviews taking place on Monday, 3^rd December 2012.

Bristol Zoo Gardens reserves the right to close this vacancy early.

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ANIMAL KEEPER (PART TIME)

 

 

 

 

ANIMAL KEEPER (PART TIME)

20 hours per week

Salary range - £14,045 - £15,346 PA, pro-rata for part time hours

 

Applications are invited for the position of part-time Animal Keeper at Bristol Zoo Gardens. The working period is 20 hours a week (based on a fortnightly working roster) including some weekend and Bank Holiday working.

 

Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and to include English and a biological science. Having the DMZAA qualification (or equivalent) will be an advantage.

 

The successful applicant will be based in the Aquarium and must have a broad practical knowledge of working with fish and aquatic invertebrates, preferably in a public aquarium situation. The ability to work independently, as well as within a team, will be an advantage.

 

To apply for this position please send a covering letter and full C.V. to: Mrs Sarah Eason, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA by 12.00 pm 5^th October 2012.  E-mail season@bristolzoo.org.uk, please clearly mark your application ‘FK application’.

 

Interviews will be held week commencing 8th October, 2012.  

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Assistant Crayfish Conservation Officer

Assistant Crayfish Conservation Officer

Temporary part-time – 22.5 hours per week

Salary £16,000 per annum (18 months fixed term contract)

The Bristol Conservation and Science Foundation have an 18 month fixed term vacancy for a part-time Assistant Crayfish Conservation Officer starting from September 2012 until 31^st December 2013 to assist with all aspects of the ‘Crayfish in Crisis’ project. Primary roles will include routine crayfish husbandry of the breeding and rearing systems at the zoo and educational support for the schools’ crayfish roadshows. Additional responsibilities will include the care and maintenance of all other native species aquatic displays.

General aquarist husbandry skills, public speaking, meticulous record keeping skills and outreach experience are essential and a good knowledge of the natural environment is desirable.

Up to 22.5 hours per week, reporting to both the BCSF UK conservation team and the Bristol Zoo Aquarium team. The successful applicant must be flexible and some evening and weekend working will be required.

The person specification and job description for the post can be found on the Bristol Zoo website, www.bristolzoo.org.uk.

To apply for this position please clearly mark your application ‘CRAY application’ and submit a covering letter and your current CV to Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Assistant, or email season@bristolzoo.org.uk.

Closing date for applications is 3.00 pm on Monday, August 20^th 2012 and interviews will be held on Wednesday 29^th August.

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Animal Care Technician/Student Supervisor

Animal Care Technician/Student Supervisor - Education Section

This is a fixed term, part time position working 32.5 hours per week

We are accepting applications for the above position within the Learning Department at Bristol Zoo Gardens.  Our Education Section requires an Animal Technician/Student Supervisor to provide high standards of husbandry and welfare for its collection.  This collection is used as a teaching resource for Bristol Zoo’s Education sessions, and also for Animal Care students from South Gloucestershire and Stroud College who attend practical animal husbandry classes on two afternoons per week during term time.   The successful applicant must have animal care knowledge and experience including exotic animals.

This is a fixed term position for 1 year, starting on 29^thOctober 2012, working 32.5 hours per week.

Please visit www.bristolzoo.org.uk for more information about this position, covering letter, job description and person specification.

To apply for this position please complete the application form, and send with a full CV to Sarah Eason, HR Department, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA.  Please clearly mark envelope with ‘AT application’ email applicants will not be accepted.  Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Thursday, 16^th August, interviews will be held on the afternoon of Thursday, 23^rd August 2012.

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