Animal Operations Manager

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums) Full time
Job Title: Animal Operations Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Animal Operations Manager to join our team at BIAZA. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the animal department, ensuring high standards of animal welfare and husbandry, and leading a team of dedicated staff.

Main Responsibilities:
  1. Operations Management:
  • Responsible for the general day-to-day running of the animal department, ensuring that all tasks and duties are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Work safely to protect yourself, your colleagues, and our guests and animals.
  • Ensure the respective area is clean, tidy, and well-presented at all times.
  • Report any operational issues that are safety, guest service critical or commercial impact through the correct channels, i.e., to the Duty Manager or line manager promptly.
Training and Development:
  • Take lead on practical animal husbandry team training and supporting animal team members.
  • Assist Zoo operations Manager in the creation of training documents for the team.
  • Deal with team and guest enquiries, feedback, and complaints in a timely manner and report to line manager.
Health and Safety:
  • Responsible for complying with the company policy regarding Health & Safety.
  • Ensure animal enclosures and surrounding areas are safe for animals, guests, and team members.
  • Can identify where gas, electric, water isolation points are.
Animal Welfare:
  • To ensure the highest standards of animal welfare are always being adhered to.
  • To be capable in the safe handling and restraint of a variety of animals.
  • Maintain and develop knowledge of species-specific enrichment and training protocols.
Requirements:
  • A minimum level 3 qualification in animal care or similar.
  • A minimum of 3 years working in a zoo or farm park environment.
  • Experience working with large farm animals such as cattle desirable.
  • Must be aged 18 years or over and be eligible to work in the UK.
Salary:

£45,000-£55,000 per annum depending on experience.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to ongoing training and development opportunities.



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