Wildlife Conservation Specialist

3 weeks ago


Atherstone, Warwickshire, United Kingdom BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums) Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Wildlife Conservation Specialist to join our team at Twycross Zoo. As an Animal Keeper, you will play a key role in caring for the animals on our ape section, which includes all four species of great ape.

The successful candidate will have a BSc (or equivalent experience) in an animal or conservation-related subject and possess excellent knowledge of primate physiology, natural behaviors, and management practices in zoos. Experience working with great apes in a zoo environment is essential.

The estimated salary for this position is £24,000 per annum, reflecting the zoo's commitment to offering competitive compensation packages. Benefits include 31 days annual leave, life assurance, company sick pay, access to 'Perkbox,' and a staff membership card granting free entry to the zoo on days off.

As a Wildlife Conservation Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring animal keeping is carried out to the highest standards, including conducting observations, reporting unusual occurrences, and following relevant risk assessments and policies.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading conservation organization and contribute to the zoo's mission to inspire visitors to support biodiversity conservation. If you are passionate about wildlife conservation and have the required skills and experience, please apply for this challenging and rewarding role.



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