Aquatics Team Lead | Animal Welfare & Conservation

ABWAK Association of British and Irish Wild Animal Keepers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wildlife conservation park in the UK is seeking an experienced Section Head to lead their Aquatics team. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations and ensure exemplary standards of husbandry and welfare for various aquatic and terrestrial mammals. Candidates must have a relevant diploma or degree and extensive zoological industry experience, including managing mammal species. Applications close on 11/08/2025.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Diploma in Zoo/Aquarium Animal Management or degree in a relevant subject.
• Comprehensive experience in the zoological industry is required.
• Experience managing mammal species, especially aquatic, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Aquatics team.
• Ensure operational management and welfare standards.
• Supervise daily activities of the section.

Skills

Experience managing a team

Knowledge of husbandry and welfare standards

Aquatic mammal experience

Education

Diploma in the Management of Zoo or Aquarium Animals

Degree in animal/conservation subject area

Job description

A leading wildlife conservation park in the UK is seeking an experienced Section Head to lead their Aquatics team. The successful candidate will manage the day-to-day operations and ensure exemplary standards of husbandry and welfare for various aquatic and terrestrial mammals. Candidates must have a relevant diploma or degree and extensive zoological industry experience, including managing mammal species. Applications close on 11/08/2025.