Animal Support Operative Blackpool, England
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Animal Support Operative to join our team on a full-time basis for 6 months. 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.
The role:
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.
Fixed-term contract for 6 months.
Full Time – 40 hours per week (annualised).
£22,460 per annum.
About you:
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.
About us:
Blackpool Zoo is one of the UK’s most established medium-sized zoos, and in recent years the zoo has gone through a rapid modernisation and development process. It 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.
The closing date for applications: Sunday 30th April 2023
Please send a detailed CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to be considered for this post to Nichola Day, Personnel Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire. FY3 8PP or by email to [email protected].
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 form 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.
