Qualified Animal Keeper

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Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of Hampshire is home to over 180 exotic and charismatic species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.

We are recruiting for a Qualified Animal Keeper to join the animal management team at Marwell. Our Qualified Keepers must have a strong generalist background with zoological experience as they may be required to work on a variety of sections. On this occasion however, an interest and previous experience with ungulates would also be an advantage.

Roles and responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

Applicants will need to have previous experience in animal husbandry, ideally working in a zoological collection, hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a valid driving licencefor the UK. The DMZAA or equivalent qualification is essential at Qualified Keeper level.

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

Closing Date:  Thursday 2^nd May 2013

Please visit our website marwell.org.uk for full details and the Marwell Wildlife electronic application form. The application form must be completed to be considered for this role.

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a Disclosure & Barring Service check as a condition of employment.

Colden Common, Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk

Qualified Veterinary Nurse

 

 

Qualified Veterinary Nurse

Description of Practice

We require a qualified listed veterinary nurse to work within the exotic department (Great Western Exotics), located within the multidisciplinary Vets Now Referral Hospital in Swindon, Wiltshire. The position (hours and days negotiable) would suit an experienced RVN with prior exotics experience, to nurse our referral and first opinion exotic case load. The hospital has an enviable clinical kit which includes; MRI and CT scanner, digital radiography, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, surgical suite, ultrasound suite, bespoke exotic wards and dedicated OOH team (we offer 24hr exotic cover).

Duties

Your duties will involve clinical nursing of our exotic patients including; monitoring of anaesthesia, radiography, medication, handling and husbandry of a wide variety of exotic in-patients (birds, reptiles and mammals) . There are day to day responsibilities for running and maintaining the exotic wards and equipment, and opportunities to cover weekday holidays and sick leave for other team members if you so wish. We offer a dynamic, supportive working environment with abundant learning opportunities and scope for further qualifications in exotics if desired.

Qualifications Required

This role requires a level of autonomy being that you may be the only VN working alongside our clinicians on any given day - thus we require a qualified, listed and experienced veterinary nurse with exotic knowledge and practical capabilities

How To Apply

For further information or to apply please contact our senior avian and exotic nurse Mrs Emma Whitlock via; emma.whitlock@vets-now.com or call; 01793 603 800

 

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Qualified Animal Keeper

 

Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of Hampshire is home to over 180 exotic and charismatic species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.

We are recruiting for a Qualified Animal Keeper to join the animal management team at Marwell. Our Qualified Keepers must have a strong generalist background with zoological experience as they may be required to work on a variety of sections. On this occasion however, an interest and previous experience with Primates would also be an advantage.

Roles and responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

Applicants will need to have previous experience in animal husbandry, ideally working in a zoological collection, hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a valid driving licence for the UK. The DMZAA or equivalent qualification is essential at Qualified Keeper level.

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

Closing Date:  Sunday 24^th March 2013

 

Please visit our website www.marwell.org.uk for full details and the Marwell Wildlife electronic application form. The application form must be completed to be considered for this role.

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a Disclosure & Barring Service check as a condition of employment.

 

Colden Common, Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk

 

 

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Qualified Animal Keeper – Bird Team

Qualified Animal Keeper – Bird Team

 Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of Hampshire is home to over 180 exotic and charismatic species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.

We have a position available as a Qualified Animal Keeper on a newly forming bird team at Marwell. This is an exciting time to join us as the team and bird section develops. The position would suit a keeper who has experience working with a variety of bird species including penguins and flamingos.

Roles and responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

Applicants will need to have previous experience in animal husbandry, ideally working in a zoological collection, hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a valid driving licence for the UK. The DMZAA or equivalent qualification is essential at Qualified Keeper level.

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

Closing Date: Midday on Monday 11^th February 2013

Interviews: w/c 18^th February 2013

Please visit our website marwell.org.uk for full details and the Marwell Wildlife electronic application form. The application form must be completed to be considered for this role.

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a Criminal Records Bureau check as a condition of employment.

 

Colden Common, Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk

 

 

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Qualified Animal Keeper

 

 

 

Qualified Animal Keeper

 

Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of Hampshire is home to over 180 exotic and charismatic species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.

 

We are currently looking to recruit Qualified Animal Keeper. Roles and responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal welfare, health and animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

 

Applicants will need to have previous experience in animal husbandry, ideally working in a zoological collection, hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a valid driving licence for the UK. The DMZAA or equivalent qualification is essential at Qualified Keeper level.

 

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

 

Closing Date: 5pm on 9^th November 2012

 

Please visit our website www.marwell.org.uk for full details and the Marwell Wildlife electronic application form. The application form must be completed to be considered for this role.

 

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a Criminal Records Bureau check as a condition of employment.

 

Colden Common, Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk

 

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Qualified Animal Keeper

Qualified Animal Keeper

Colchester Zoo is currently looking to recruit a qualified animal keeper to primarily work on its Tiger Section.




This post provides the opportunity to work with Amur Tigers, a breeding pair of Pygmy hippo, Timber Wolves, Patas Monkeys, a number of different Vulture species, Owls and Philippine Spotted Deer. The successful applicant will be part of a small team entrusted with the care of the above animals and will be required to work with dangerous species in a safe and secure manner, input ideas for the continual progression and development of animal husbandry and enclosure design and carry out talks and presentations to the public as well as maintain high standards of animal care and breeding management.



We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated and hard working, with at least 2 years experience working in a zoological collection. Excellent customer service, communication and animal husbandry skills are essential and experience with any of the above named species is preferable. Applicants must hold a qualification in the Zoo animal management certificate or equivalent and have a full valid driving licence.



This is a full-time and permanent position and will require a start date as soon as is possible.



Please apply online, or send your CV and covering letter to Human Resources, Colchester Zoo Ltd., Maldon Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex CO3 0SL clearly marked ANIMAL KEEPER



The closing date for applications for this position is 5th October 2012

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Qualified Animal Keeper

Qualified Animal Keeper at Banham Zoo

About the role:

The successful candidate will work under the leadership of our Lead Qualified Keepers and Head Keeper, providing the best possible care and management for our diverse collection of animals. Taxa include primates, felids, canids, large hoofstock including giraffe, birds and other small mammals.

Flexibility is key to the successful operation of the animal department as a whole and Qualified Animal Keepers are expected to be able to provide cover across a range of species

Key Accountabilities:

Provide the highest level of husbandry according to the needs and requirements of the animals in your care.

Effectively handle animals to minimise stress and risk of injury to all involved

Assist in the supervision and development of staff responsible to the role to address staff learning and development needs and promote a positive working environment.

Ensure a positive impression of yourself and the company is presented to all customers (internal and external) at all times to reflect the quality of the organisation.

Monitor compliance within the department of policies and procedures in relation to administration and health & safety to ensure they are appropriately followed.

Continuously develop yourself through appropriate learning and development activities as agreed by line management in order to deliver excellence.

About you:

You are expected to have worked in a zoo environment for at least 4 years. You will possess the ANCMZA/DMZA and have experience working with some of the taxa identified above. The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills.

You will have an understanding and interest in modern zoo animal management, including animal enrichment and training using operant conditioning methods.

A full driving licence is essential and candidates are expected to be computer literate with a reasonable understanding of Microsoft Word and ARKS/ZIMS.

About us:

Based at Banham Zoo you will work an average 40 hour week with every third weekend off, however, working hours will be flexible and include bank holidays and occasional evenings.
Some additional weekend cover will be required to provide holiday cover.

Salary and benefits:

The salary for this post is £15,500 per annum.

To apply, either by email or post, please send covering letter, CV and application form to Mel Anderson, Head Keeper, at either mel.anderson@banhamzoo.co.uk  or Banham Zoo Ltd, The Grove, Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norfolk NR16 2HE.  Closing date for applications is 31st August 2012.

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