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Deputy Team Leader - London

Employer
Zoological Society of London
Location
London
Salary
£33,710 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting and Weekend Enhancement)
Closing date
15 Oct 2018

LZ Deputy Team Leader - Hoofstock (Full-Time / Permanent)

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action.

Role Profile

An exciting opportunity has arisen at ZSL London Zoo for Hoof stock Deputy Team Leader. The role will involve the management of a team responsible for the day to day husbandry of a large and diverse collection of ungulates, focusing on animal welfare, husbandry, record keeping and ensuring that exhibits are maintained to the highest standards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist Team Leader in managing, mentoring and training staff.
  • In consultation with other stakeholders, write and implement training processes and protocols, best practice guidelines and procedures for health and safety and animal husbandry purposes.
  • Assist Team Leader in ensuring that the relevant systems (ZIMS etc.) are kept up to date and accurate.
  • Work on section to contribute to husbandry of animals on section.
  • Quality control and problem solve day to day work on section with appropriate communication and consultation with Team Leader.

Person Specification

  • Applicants should have experience working with a range of ungulate species.
  • Candidates should have experience in managing teams and projects.
  • Applicants should be able to take the initiative to tackle and prevent problems as well as make improvements to facilities and protocols.
  • Good communication skills and experience of dealing with the public is essential, together with the ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Experience with behavioural management and handling of a range of hoofed mammals, including category 1 species.
  • An understanding of ungulate nutrition, welfare and husbandry guidelines.

To Apply

Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this job online" button.

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