Animal Support Operative
Blackpool Zoo
Lancashire Closing date for applications is: 7th Jul 2024| Contact: | Nichola Day ([email protected]) |
| Sector: | Animal Care |
| Type: | Paid |
| Contract type: | Full-time |
| Salary: | £24,246 |
About Us: Blackpool Zoo is one of the UK’s most established medium sized zoos, and is operated by Parques Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest leisure and attraction operators which specialises in the tourism/leisure sector. Parques Reunidos currently operates 61 parks around the world and attracts over 21 million visitors annually.
Blackpool Zoo is dedicated to the conservation and welfare of animal species from around the world. We pride ourselves on offering a dynamic, engaging, and educational experience for all our visitors. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Animal Support Operative to join our passionate team.
Role Overview: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Animal Support Operative to join our team on a full-time basis.
The Animal Support Operative is a key role that works closely with our Animal and Veterinary teams to ensure the provision of essential support services for the animal department at Blackpool Zoo.
Key Responsibilities: Duties include the delivery of animal bedding material and the removal of animal waste from various locations in the zoo.
Collecting browse and the preparation and delivery of animal diets formulated in our new Central Animal Kitchen to the various animal sections as well as basic maintenance tasks in animal enclosures are also key elements of the position. This is a varied role which offers the opportunity to be involved in many critical aspects of animal care.
Requirements: Ideally the successful candidate will have previous experience of working in a zoo or an agricultural environment and an understanding of biosecurity in similar settings.
Experience of using farm machinery would be desirable and a full manual driving licence valid for the UK is essential due to the need to drive park vehicles. Excellent time management and organisational skills are also essential for this role.
Apply for this job:
Please send a CV and detailed covering letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in the role to Nichola Day, People and Organisation Manager, by emailing [email protected] or by posting to Nichola Day, People and Organisation Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, FY3 8PP
Please note, we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews throughout the advertising period for this role. The role may therefore be filled prior to the closing date. We would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion. We are only able to provide individual feedback to those candidates who are successful through to the interview stage.
