Yorkshire Wildlife Park located in Branton, Doncaster is currently supporting a zoological site located in Cumbria. We currently have an exciting opportunity for several individuals to join the team, initially on a six-month fixed term contract, to provide an excellent standard of husbandry and welfare for a range of carnivore, hoofstock and primate species.
The positions are full time (40 hours per week), for a fixed term period of six months with a gross hourly rate of £12.50.
The successful candidates will:
- Feed all animals adhering to the instructions provided, ensuring that all animal’s nutritional requirements are met.
- Maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of all animal enclosures and back of house areas.
- Monitor all animals for signs of illness, injury or distress and promptly report any concerns.
- Ensure that animal record sheets and databases are kept up to date as required.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all RAPS (Risk Assessments and Protocols) and current operating procedures within the department.
Essential candidate requirements:
- Must be willing and able to complete physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.
- Previous experience working in an Animal Ranger/ Keeper capacity within a zoo environment.
- Geographically located within a daily commuting distance of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.
- Available for an immediate start.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: EX645
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