Keeper - Invertebrates Team (Fixed Term) - Chester, United Kingdom - BIAZA

BIAZA

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Chester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Chester Zoo

Chester
Contact:

Sector:

Animal Care
Type:
Paid
Contract type:
Fulltime
Salary:

- £24,632.63We are Chester Zoo, and for over 90 years we've been a leading conservation and education charity, and an amazing, award-winning visitor attraction.

We're also a team of passionate, talented, enthusiastic and expert people, doing everything we can to prevent extinction, from caring for animals to discovering new conservation ideas, and giving our visitors an inspirational day out.

We work hard because we love animals, we care about nature, we love Chester Zoo and despite all the recent challenges thrown at us, we still want to be the best zoo in the world If you think you can help us to achieve that, then we'd love to hear from you.

We currently have an exciting vacancy for a Lower Vertebrates & Invertebrates Keeper to join our busy and diverse section on a fixed term basis.

We are looking for someone to work specifically with Reptiles and Amphibians and have knowledge regarding husbandry on Invertebrates too.

The role:

A HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent experience
Proven experience of working in a Zoo or Aquarium setting with relevant Lower Vertebrate and Invertebrate species, and in particular reptiles
Outstanding observational skills, attention to detail and be committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of animal health and welfare are met
A thorough understanding of the contribution that ex situ populations can make to education, science and conservation
Excellent exhibit theming skills
Strong teamwork skills, adaptable to work in a group and independently
Good competence in internal and external communications
Experience of working in field conservation and conducting research projects
Competency in the use of computers and basic software packages, including ZIMS software, in order to maintain accurate records
Experience in conducting and publishing scientific research

The Package:

Fixed Term Opportunity

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Contract end date 31/12/23:

- £24,632.63 per annum 40 hours per week

Working hours are 40 hours per week, 10 days out of 14 on a rota basis including weekends and bank holidays.
33 days annual leave per year
Staff pass so that you can visit the zoo during your time off plus multiple complimentary tickets for your friends and family
Cycle to work scheme
Healthcare plan and employee assistance programme
Discounted gym membership
Discounts on cinema tickets, restaurants, high street shops and more via Perks
Pension scheme with generous employer contributions of up to 9%
Excellent training and career progression opportunities