General Manager

General Manager

Salary:  Competitive

Are you an experienced Operations/General Manager looking to make a real difference to an established but forward-thinking business?

At Tropical Wings Zoo we have an exciting opportunity for a General Manager to drive the commercial and operations aspects of the Zoo.

An innovative and inspirational leader, with excellent attention to detail, you will take full responsibility for all commercial activities, increasing revenues and effectively managing costs.

You will be a hands-on people manager with experience in hospitality, tourism or leisure and a genuine passion for the highest standards of customer service.

Please send job application form (download below), CV and a covering letter to:

HR Manager, Tropical Wings Zoo, Wickford Road, South Woodham Ferrers CM3 5QZ or by email humanresources@tropicalwings.co.uk

Keeper/Presenter

Keeper/Presenter

Keeper/Presenter with Special Responsibility for Presentations
 

You will take responsibility for the day to day care of the animal collection in your section, ensuring all animals maintain excellent physical and psychological health and live in a clean and visually appealing environment. 

You will present daily encounters - always with an emphasis on education and conservation - to ensure that all visitors to the zoo have an outstanding experience.

The Special Responsibility for Presentations will include:

Script writing
Developing the content of animal encounter programmes
Training Keepers in presenting skills
Liaising/assisting with Head Keeper and Education Coordinator on Presentations and Educational requirements

You will have exceptional presentation skills, be able to organise shows and encounters, write accurate, audience appropriate scripts and have experience in animal husbandry.

To apply please visit our website www.tropicalwings.co.uk and complete the application form provided.

Zookeeper

Zookeeper

Flamingo Land Zoo

Closing date: Friday 09^thJanuary 2015

Flamingo Land zoological department is looking for a zookeeper to join our team.  Flamingo Land is one of the leading tourist attractions in the UK, attracting more than 1.4 million visitors each year.  The zoo currently has over 130 species across a range of different taxa.  We have an active education department, our own research institute (in collaboration with the University of York) and an award winning conservation project in Tanzania.  The zoo is also a member of BIAZA, EAZA and WAZA.

Zookeeper

The successful candidate will join a dynamic team working on a variety of different sections within the zoo, including Children’s Planet (small carnivores and reptiles), the bird section, the primate section and carnivores.  There will also be an opportunity to be trained on other animal sections within the zoo.  All of our zoo keepers are encouraged to participate in a range of activities which include research, environmental enrichment and education.  The successful candidate will have experience working in a zoological collection and have passed the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals (or equivalent).  Experience with any of the above mentioned species would be an advantage, but you will receive direct training in the husbandry of these species. The successful candidate will be expected to be very personable and able to communicate well with the visitors, including delivering public talks. The successful candidate will also be enthusiastic and a good team player.

Interviews will take place on the week beginning the 12th of January and may include a practical assessment.

Please send a CV and covering letter before 09^th January 2015 to:

Ross Snipp

Deputy Executive

Flamingo Land

Kirby Misperton

Malton

North Yorkshire

YO17 6UX

01653668287

ross.snipp@flamingoland.co.uk

General Manager

General Manager

Blue Planet Aquarium

Cheshire

About the Role

Would you describe yourself as a creative, influential and dynamic person? Are you looking for the opportunity to influence the business at the highest level?

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at our flagship visitor attraction located in North West England at Cheshire Oaks. This role is special in that it combines a general manager position with also being a member of the senior management team of Aspro UK consisting of nine sites located around the UK.

Blue Planet Aquarium is a market leading visitor attraction and this role presents an opportunity to drive a business in an imaginative enterprising way.

Supported by a strong management team you will lead the attraction to a higher level of guest interaction and engagement. You will provide innovative leadership of sales and marketing activities and play an important role in the UK senior management team in the strategic development of the business.

      

About You

An excellent leader able to motivate and inspire a diverse team of people. Persuasive and happy to network at all levels and in a variety of situations. You must be resourceful and insightful in seeking solutions.

Clear understanding of marketing and ability to develop and implement creative selling techniques.   

Manage demanding and changing priorities, attention to detail and strong financial skills.

Benefits

Alongside annual salary a benefits package that includes a pension plan, healthcare, 25 days holiday, Annual pass into Aspro Parks worldwide.

About Us

We are part of the ever expanding Aspro Parks Group operating over 60 attractions across Europe. Here in the UK we have 9 sites ranging from aquariums, theme park and caves.

Candidates should apply to Janeen Pickup, Human Resources Manager, C/O Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks, Cheshire CH65 9LF.  E-mail: recruitment@asprouk.com 

Your application letter should highlight how you would fulfill this key role within the organisation, include your salary expectations, and clearly demonstrate how you meet our requirements.

                                                                                                                                                         

Applications must be received by 18 January 2015

Work Location: Blue Planet Aquarium, Longlooms Road, Cheshire Oaks, CH65 9LF

Mammal/Bird Trainer

Experienced Mammal/Bird Trainer

The Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre is looking for an experienced Mammal/Bird Trainer to join our team of trainers/presenters please e-mail your cv to andrew@butterflyhouse.co.uk

Aquarist

Description

Behind every whoop of wonder at THORPE PARK Resort, every squeal of delight at LEGOLAND® Windsor, and every gasp of awe at Madame Tussauds is a team dedicated to making magic. Join us as an Aquarist and you’ll be at the heart of the action.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Aquarist within the Concept & Development Animal Team, based in the Merlin Animal Welfare and Development Department in Weymouth.

This role will play a key part in supporting the development of new exhibit concepts and their role out across the global SEA LIFE group.

This is a salaried, full time position that will involve weekend working and on call commitments.

About you

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who has gained previous in animal husbandry and life support systems either through advanced studies or experience in the relevant field.

You will need to have a keen attention to detail, be innovative, adaptable and able to cope well under pressure with good time management skills.

Good communication and organisational skills are essential as is flexibility and a willingness to travel. You must also be able to relocate to Weymouth and have a full driving license is desirable.

About the benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, you can look forward to a great benefits package which includes 20 days’ holiday and, of course, a Merlin Magic pass which gives you free admission to all of our attractions worldwide. Perhaps the biggest benefits of joining us, however, are the outstanding opportunities for career development.

About us

We’re a place that makes magic. Magic that gives millions of people fun, thrills and memorable experiences. We’re the thinkers, dreamers, doers and achievers whose job it is to create and deliver world-class new attractions, hotels and major investment projects, as well as manage the extensive real estate assets of one of the most exciting companies in the world. Welcome to Merlin Magic Making, the creative heart of Merlin Entertainments plc.

Learn more HERE

Animal Facilities Coordinator

Animal Facilities Coordinator

Description

Behind every whoop of wonder at THORPE PARK Resort, every squeal of delight at LEGOLAND® Windsor, and every gasp of awe at Madame Tussauds is a team dedicated to making magic. Join us as A Displays Curator and you’ll be at the heart of the action.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Animal Facilities Coordinator within the Concept & Development Animal Team, based in the Merlin Animal Welfare and Development Department in Weymouth.

This role will play a key part in the development of new exhibit concepts and the implementation of new projects across the global SEA LIFE group.

This role will be acutely involved from conception to acquisition, implementation and roll out of the new features and exhibits.

This is a salaried, full time position that will involve weekend working and on call commitments.

About you

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual who has previous experience working in public aquariums and supervising the displays and displays team.

A high level of expertise in all aspects of animal husbandry and life support systems.

Proven experience and ability to design and implement world class exhibits and displays. 

You will need to have a strong attention to detail, be innovative, adaptable and flexible. You will need to cope well under pressure with excellent time management skills.

An ability to communicate well and develop relationships at all levels.

You must also be able to relocate to Weymouth and be willing to travel.

About the benefits

Alongside a competitive salary, you can look forward to a great benefits package which includes 20 days’ holiday and, of course, a Merlin Magic pass which gives you free admission to all of our attractions worldwide. Perhaps the biggest benefits of joining us, however, are the outstanding opportunities for career development.

Learn more HERE