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Animal Ranger (Primates Section)

Yorkshire Wildlife Park, York

Animal Ranger (Primates Section)

£28080

Yorkshire Wildlife Park, York

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 8 Oct | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 6366a4e9d38b4fdcaf5a47e10924b62f

Location ref: York

Full Job Description

  • Ensure that safety and emergency procedures are always followed.
  • Ensure that all nutritional requirements are met and adhere to defined dietary instructions.
  • Monitor all animals for signs of illness, injury or distress and promptly report any concerns to the Section Head or Deputy Section Head. Administer medications as instructed.
  • Maintain and advance animal welfare including the design and implementation of enrichment and training programmes for animals on the section.
  • Oversee the section in the absence of the Section Head and Deputy Section Head.
  • Ensure an exemplary experience for all guests entering your areas of responsibility.
  • Responsible for maintaining a motivating, supportive and professional culture and working environment within the team.

    We are currently looking for a Senior Animal Ranger to join our dynamic and energetic animal department with position available in our Primates section. The successful candidate will have a positive, 'can do' attitude and demonstrate a consistently proactive and flexible approach to work.
    • It is essential for candidates to possess a Diploma in the Management of Zoo or Aquarium Animals (DMZAA) or degree level qualification in an animal/ conservation subject area.,
  • Relevant qualification (see "Person Specification").
  • Ability to lead a team when required and provide mentorship to junior staff.
  • Strong communications skills adapted to the needs of managers, colleagues and members of the public.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment and enthusiasm.
  • Must be confident working as part of a team or on your own, along with providing leadership to the team when required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide resolutions.

    Since its opening in 2009, Yorkshire Wildlife Park has evolved to become the UK's number 1 on-foot safari. We feature walkthrough exhibits that take the guest directly into the world of the animals. A dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, the park currently has around 475 animals across more than 60 different species. We aim to provide a quality, value for money experience that excites and inspires our guests.
    • Yorkshire Wildlife Park's £50 million expansion has seen a 150-acre expansion of the existing site. This includes new animal reserves, lakes and landscaping and along with The Yorkshire Hive that has retail, restaurants and a destination hotel.

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https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/animal-ranger-primates-section-127542358
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