Experienced Animal Training Manager

Experienced Animal Training Manager

zoOceanarium Group specializes in developing and operating world class aquariums, zoos and nature-based science centers. We provide services from concept design to managing daily operations and everything in between. With over 100 full time employees from all over the globe, zoOceanarium Group consist of animal care specialists, animal trainers, veterinarians, design specialist, project managers and operational staff.

zoOceanarium Group is continuing to expand their team and looking to recruit a talented Animal Training Manager for several of our projects in the United Arab Emirates. As the Animal Training Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation across several locations with a variety of species. Experience with birds, big cats and small mammals is essential. Experience with leading animal behavior training programs is essential.

Duties:

•        Develop content that is engaging, dynamic and educational

•        Develop training schedules and time lines for program animals

•        Train and maintain animal behaviors using primary positive reinforcements

•        Liaise with client and management to ensure presentations are in line with company standards

•        Ensure animal welfare, training techniques and handling guidelines are as per our company standards

•        Manage a team of animal trainers and presenters during development stages and ongoing operations

•        Assist in the training of program animals, not only overseeing

•        Educate, motivate and engage training staff

•        Develop scripts and SOP’s

Benefits:

•        Competitive salary with housing stipend

•        26 days of vacation plus 10 to 14 public holidays per year

•        One round trip flight to your home country every year, after the completion of 2 years

•        Company covers all work permits, residence visas & health insurance

•        Fantastic opportunity for career growth

Position Requirements:

•        +5 years management experience managing small team

•        Experience working with birds, big cats and small mammals essential

•        Experience with leading animal behavior training programs is essential

•        Excellent public speaking and presentations skills

•        Good organizational and communication skills

•        Must be able to work in a dynamic multi-cultural team

•        Must be have a driver’s license

•        Willing to work shifts (early mornings and late nights)

Please send a one-page cover letter with your resume to recruitment@zooceanarium.com

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Experienced Zoo Keeper

Experienced Zoo Keeper

Drusillas Park

We are seeking a confident, outgoing, full time zoo keeper with a minimum of two years’ experience working for a zoo or in a similar animal environment. An outgoing personality and the ability to communicate effectively with the general public (including undertaking keeper talks) are essential. Applicants must have a full driving licence and a car. For information about the animals at Drusillas please see our Animal Gallery website page. We offer a competitive annual salary, subsidised lunches and a sensible relocation package.

Closing date for applications is: 12th Oct 2018

To apply please complete the Application Form on our website www.drusillas.co.uk

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Experienced Mammal Keeper

Experienced Mammal Keeper

Colchester Zoo

Colchester Zoo is seeking an experienced and highly motivated animal keeper to join its carnivore department. You will be working in a team of five keepers, reporting to the Head of Section.

This section is responsible for the daily management and husbandry or our large carnivores (lions, leopards, bears) and as such the successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to; cleaning of exhibits, feeding and general care and welfare of the animals and associated tasks. Experience in public speaking and visitor engagements will be advantageous.

The ideal candidate will have work for a minimum of two years in an accredited zoological institution and have experience of working with large carnivores. It is expected that you will have been awarded a diploma in zoo animal management, however, consideration will be given to the individuals own level of zoological experience and academic achievement.

The candidate will have a clean full UK drivers licence.

Closing date for applications is 19th Oct 2018

To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to vacancies@colchesterzoo.org

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ANIMAL KEEPER – Full Time

ANIMAL KEEPER – Full Time

We are looking to add a dedicated animal keeper to join our team, on a varied hour, fixed full-time contract (5 days), working with a variety of taxa.

It's an exciting time here as we continue with our expansion plans and see new, exciting species added to the collection.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and passionate about wildlife, with the skills required to communicate this to our visitors.

You must be able to demonstrate knowledge of modern zoo practices relating to husbandry, nutrition, enrichment and veterinary care as well as understanding the importance of research and conservation activities.

There are also heavy focuses on site maintenance and horticulture.

The successful candidate should have previous experience working with animals in a similar role in a zoological collection and hold a relevant qualification in animal management.

The position also includes educational work, providing tours to school groups and assisting with outreach activities.

Delivering educational talks and animal experiences are also an important part of the position.

The position will cover working on all sections on a scheduled basis. These being primates, carnivores, birds, small mammals and reptiles.

Experience with primates & small carnivores is preferable but not essential as in-house training will be provided.

HOURS OF WORK

This is full time contract, on a flexi rota system which includes working regular weekends and bank holidays as well as being on call for out of hour's emergencies and working sometimes early or late to meet business needs.

Normal hours are seasonal - Main season (8am-5pm), Winter season (8am-5pm) – Currently. These may be subject to change.

We use a system called BrightHR to notify of monthly rotas in advance and training will be given upon induction. Pay is in line with national minimum wage.

Skills:

•        Relevant qualification.

•        Previous experience working within a zoological collection with specified taxa.

•        Motivated and enthusiastic individual who can work alone and as part of a team.

•        Good verbal and written communication skills.

•        People management experience preferable.

•        Good organizational and time management skills.

•        Excellent hygiene standards.

•        Computer literate.

•        Wide knowledge of biology, ecology and captive requirements of taxa relevant to the collection.

•        Flexible approach to work and ability to work under pressure

•        Full clean driving license is preferable but not essential.

•        Good understanding of health and safety within the work place is also essential.

CLOSING DATE

24.10.18

Should we receive sufficient applications before this, we will extend or shorten the deadline as appropriate.

INTERVIEWS

Interviews will take place on 1st & 2nd November.

If you are successful, you will be invited along for two trial days at the centre.

TO APPLY

To apply, please download an application form from www.hemsleyconservationcentre.com/vacancies

If you haven’t heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion you have been unsuccessful.

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Front of House Sales and Administration Vacancy

Front of House Sales and Administration Vacancy

Ventura Wildlife Park

Location: Ware, Hertfordshire, UK.

Vacancy: Front of House Sales and Administration Vacancy

We are looking to hire an enthusiastic, reliable and motivated individual to join our team in a customer-facing role which will incorporate a variety of administrative tasks. You will report to and assist the Park Director whilst maintaining impeccable customer service standards.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL:

- Be enthusiastic, motivated and reliable.

-        Have excellent organisation and time management skills.

- Have experience of dealing with customers of all ages and abilities.

- Have a smart appearance and welcoming, professional demeanour, as you will be the face of our organisation, greeting guests as they enter the Park.

- Have an excellent telephone manner and knowledge of Microsoft office, including Word, Excel and    PowerPoint.

- Have excellent communication, written and numerical skills.

- Have experience working within the leisure and tourism industry (preferred but not essential).

The ideal candidate should be confident working independently following an initial training period and will be expected to familiarise themselves with our products and services to increase sales. This will include sales of admission tickets, annual memberships, animal sponsorships, experiences and encounters, educational and group visits, as well as souvenirs within our Tiki Traders Gift Shop.

THE ROLE INVOLVES:

- General sale of admission tickets.

- Cash handling and end-of-day cashing up procedures.

- Monitoring and responding to email and telephone enquiries for all areas of the Ventura Wildlife organisation.

- Utilising the electronic diary system to deal with bookings for all events and experiences whilst ensuring the keeping team are aware of what is happening each day.

- Operating Tiki Traders Gift Shop on a daily basis, including stock replenishment and ordering.

- Maintaining a clean, tidy and well-stocked office.

- Placing orders on behalf of the Park Director and Keeping Team.

- Dealing with customer enquiries and feedback professionally and efficiently.

- Keeping the Welcome Centre, Gift Shop and the Education & Events Centre clean and tidy.

This is a full-time position, working 5 days a week including some weekends and Bank Holidays, as these are our busiest times. Salary will be dependent on experience ranging from £14,000-£16000 per year.

To be considered for this role, please send a CV to ashley@venturawildlifepark.co.uk

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Deputy Team Leader - Hoofstock

Deputy Team Leader - Hoofstock

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Team Leader in managing, mentoring and training staff.
• In consultation with other stakeholders, write and implement training processes and protocols, best practice guidelines and procedures for health and safety and animal husbandry purposes.
• Assist Team Leader in ensuring that the relevant systems (ZIMS etc.) are kept up to date and accurate.
• Work on section to contribute to husbandry of animals on section.
• Quality control and problem solve day to day work on section with appropriate communication and consultation with Team Leader.

Person Specification

• Applicants should have experience working with a range of ungulate species.
• Candidates should have experience in managing teams and projects.
• Applicants should be able to take the initiative to tackle and prevent problems as well as make improvements to facilities and protocols.
• Good communication skills and experience of dealing with the public is essential, together with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience with behavioural management and handling of a range of hoofed mammals, including category 1 species.
• An understanding of ungulate nutrition, welfare and husbandry guidelines.

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To Apply

Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this jobonline" button. If you have any queries regarding these positions or when applying through the system please contact Human Resources at hr@zsl.org.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Thursday 18th October 2018.

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