Primate Keeper

Job Description:
**Responsibilities**:

- Provide daily care and husbandry for a diverse collection of primates, including feeding, cleaning, and enrichment activities.
- Monitor the health and behaviour of animals on the section, and report any abnormalities.
- Maintain & clean section enclosures, ensuring they meet or exceed standards for animal welfare.
- Implement enrichment programs to promote natural behaviours.
- Collaborate with other staff including veterinary staff, and participate in medical procedures and treatments as needed.
- Assist with behavioural observations and data collection for research and conservation efforts.
- Engage with zoo visitors through educational experiences and talks with guests.

Qualifications:

- Qualification in Zoology, Biology, Animal Science/Management, or related field.
- Previous experience working with primates in a zoo setting is essential.
- Strong understanding of primate behaviour, biology, and nutritional requirements.
- Excellent observational skills and ability to recognise signs of illness or distress in animals.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and able to perform physically demanding tasks.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to wildlife conservation and promoting public awareness of conservation issues.

Benefits & Salary:

- EAP
- Heavy emphasis and funding towards opportunities for professional development and training.

How to Apply:
**Salary**: From £24,119.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Zoo Keeping: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PAK1