Senior keeper – Peak Wildlife Park

Key Responsibilities:

·             Working with a diverse range of animals, covering all areas of animal husbandry.

·             Engaging with members of the public and carrying out one-to-one animal experiences.

·             Delivering talks and presentations.

·             Record Keeping.

·             Assisting with the training and development of staff.

·             Routine maintenance and cleaning of animal enclosures.

·             Assisting with the preparation of approved diets and carrying out the correct feeding procedures

·             Ensuring that safety and emergency procedures are followed at all times

Key Skills & Requirements:

·             2 year’s experience working as an animal keeper as part of a zoological collection.

·             Enthusiastic and highly motivated.

·             Good team worker with excellent communication skills.

·             Diploma in the Management of Zoo Animals and Aquaria (DMZAA) or similar qualification.

·             Full UK driving license (desirable).

·             Gun License (desirable)

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week.

Pay will be dependent on experience and will include other company benefits.

Please apply on-line by sending your CV with a covering letter to: hr@peakwildlifepark.co.uk