2 Zoo / Exotic jobs

Jan 07, 2019
Veterinary Science Manager Featured
Veterinary Science Manager Our dream is to ignite a Zoo revolution. Wellington Zoo is a team of powerfully passionate individuals who are champions for the welfare of all animals - within and beyond the boundaries of the Zoo. We are supported by a community that actively takes part in our commitment to caring for and saving species locally, nationally and globally. We are guided by the ethos Me Tiaki, Kia Ora! We must look after our environment, so all things will flourish. It is up to us collectively to make a difference for animals and the wild places they call home. The Nest Te Kōhanga is a unique part of the Wellington Zoo’s offer to our community and it provides our visitors with unrestricted viewing of our Veterinary team in action. We currently have an exciting position for a qualified Veterinary Science Manager to join our team at The Nest Te Kōhanga on a permanent full time basis.  The Veterinary Science Manager is responsible for the management and development of The Nest Te Kōhanga including veterinary care and visitor experience. In addition to this, the successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and training staff, showcasing the work of The Nest Te Kōhanga to the wider community, and overseeing and contributing to veterinary research papers and projects. To be considered for this opportunity you will need to have: A current veterinary qualification that is recognised in New Zealand A minimum of five years demonstrated veterinary experience- zoo experience is preferred A record of published scientific work or research Demonstrated leadership experience and capability in teaching and training veterinary staff Demonstrated experience in relationship management and people management Strong management skills with emphasis on working to time and budget constraints Strong computer skills in Microsoft applications, web-based research and familiarity with zoo recordsystems such as ZIMS. Excellent communication, visitor engagement skills and confidence in engaging with our visitors during veterinary procedures.     How to Apply / Contact Applications must be received by close of business Friday 26th October 2018 To find out more about this exciting opportunity you can download the position description and apply at  https://wellingtonzoo.com/careers/vacancies/ .
Wellington Zoo Trust New Zealand Full time
Mar 10, 2019
Wildlife Assistant - West Hatch Wildlife Centre
Wildlife Assistant Job title:  Wildlife Assistant Location:  West Hatch Wildlife Centre Salary:  £20,749.45 + 4% shift allowance Hours: 35 hours per week Closing date:  Sunday 29 July 2018 The RSPCA is the largest animal welfare charity in England and Wales. Our purpose as the RSPCA is to prevent cruelty, promote kindness and alleviate suffering of all animals. The main responsibilities of the post include:  Admit, care for, prepare for release, release and monitor wildlife casualties according to the standard procedures and protocols of the centre. Carry out care and rehabilitation procedures, as defined in the centre protocols, for the benefit of injured wildlife. This involves hands-on treatment, care and monitoring all sorts of creatures (requiring different approaches). Where appropriately trained, to ensure the medication prescribed by the veterinary officer is correctly administered, and, in his/her absence, to oversee the safe handling of drugs. This includes keeping accurate records of permissions given and calculations and administering correct dosages across all species. Where appropriately trained, carry out euthanasia of wildlife casualties unable to be released or rehomed, in line with RSPCA policies Contribute to the induction, training and supervision of vocational experience students and volunteers The successful applicant should have;/be:  Wild animal handling, assessment and first aid skills. Some animal care experience preferably in an animal welfare or animal charity based establishment. Field work skills such as identification of mammals and mammal tracks, bird identification. Good written and presentation skills. Ability to work alone and unsupervised. Good interpersonal skills. An application form and job description can be downloaded from this web page.  We do not accept CVs without a fully completed application form. Please send your completed application form to: Jean Bray, on  Jean.Bray@rspca.org.uk  by the closing date of 29 July 2018, quoting reference 2629. The RSPCA offers excellent benefits, including private healthcare, defined contribution pension scheme, childcare vouchers, employee assistance programme and a subsidised staff restaurant. DISCLOSURE Applicants should be aware that receipt of a Standard Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) deemed satisfactory by the Society is a condition of employment for this role. The Society complies with the DBS Code of Practice (available from  https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/dbs-code-of-practice ) and, should the event arise, will undertake to discuss any matter revealed in the Disclosure with you before making any decision to withdraw the conditional offer of employment. We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Ending cruelty, promoting kindness and alleviating suffering to animals.
RSPCA West Hatch, Taunton, UK Full or Part Time