Bristol Zoological Society is recruiting for the position of an experienced Senior Animal Keeper for Wild Place Project, home of the new Bristol Zoo Project. This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week as part of the departmental rota, which will include working alternate weekends and bank holidays.
Bristol Zoological Society is currently planning the new Bristol Zoo at our Wild Place site. The first animal phase of these plans will be our Central African Forest exhibit, which will include gorilla, mangabey, slender snouted crocodiles and African grey parrots. Future phases will also see the arrival of black rhino, mandrill, okapi, as well as state of the art conservation breeding and medicine centre being built.
The successful applicant will have experience working with a variety of zoo species and previous knowledge and experience working within a zoological collection. A minimum of five years working with hoofstock is desirable, and a proven track record of managing zebra and giraffe is key.
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It would be essential that applicants are holding either the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals, or a relevant degree. Applicants should have excellent communication skills, be hard working, a good team player and have an enthusiastic, outgoing personality. A full driving licence is also desirable for cross-site working.
This role covers all aspects of modern-day zoo keeping including daily husbandry routines, animal training, environmental enrichment, research, talks and guest experiences.
With a new strategy in place to create a world-class Bristol Zoo and conservation and sustainability at its heart, the new Bristol Zoo Project will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in our conservation and education work, and an innovative and exciting visitor experience.
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The role will help to realise our vision of saving wildlife together, and you will be involved in supporting our transformation programme – driving visitor numbers at Wild Place Project and excitement as plans for the new Zoo progress. We know that everyone here at the Society can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
As a Disability Confident Employer if you identify yourself as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 definition and can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification, we will guarantee an interview.
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health, including access to our Employee Assistance ProgrammeWe’re not having a giraffe, there really are some fantastic jobs up for grabs at Bristol Zoo – and you don’t have to be a zoologist to get them.
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If you’re looking for a summer job the zoo is in need of seasonal sales associates to work in its gift shop over the busy months.
Previous retail and cash-handling experience is preferable but not essential. Flexible schedules are a must as you will be required to work on the zoo’s busiest days and times, i.e. weekends and early evenings.
As the zoo’s gardener you will be responsible for collecting and growing fodder for the animals, as well as growing plants for display, conservation and education purposes.
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Day-to-day duties include monitoring pests and disease within your area and reporting any problems, maintaining correct labeling and records, and assisting in the training of new staff or trainees.
The position is part time (20 hours a week) and has a salary of £8, 427 per annum. The deadline for applicants is Sunday.
The zoo also offers a number of veterinary externship placements throughout the year. Work ranges from ‘hands-on’ clinical work and post mortem exams to record keeping and data collating.
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