Hoofstock Keeper

BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums); Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A wildlife park in Greater Lincolnshire is seeking an experienced hoofstock keeper to manage the daily husbandry of various species. Responsibilities include providing care, monitoring health, and engaging visitors. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience with hoofstock and relevant qualifications. This is a full-time role, with 40 hours a week including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience working with hoofstock species in a zoo or similar environment.
• High standards in animal husbandry including training and enrichment.
• Ability to maintain detailed animal care records.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent husbandry standards and welfare for hoofstock.
• Provide daily care, nutrition, and enrichment for the animals.
• Administer medications under veterinary guidance.

Skills

Experience with hoofstock species

Reliable teamwork

Time keeping

Flexibility

Motivation

Education

Relevant animal management qualifications

DMZAA qualification

Tools

ZIMS knowledge

Job description

Wolds Wildlife Park

Lincolnshire Closing date for applications is: 31st Aug 2025

Wolds Wildlife Park have an exciting opportunity for an experienced hoofstock keeper to join our small team! You will work 40 hours per week over 5 days including weekends and bank holidays.

Job Summary –

This is a hands-on, physical role suited to someone with a passion for hoofstock species. You’ll be responsible for the daily husbandry of a variety of exotic and domestic species. You will also play an important role in enclosure maintenance, record-keeping, enrichment and public education.

Responsibilities –

· Provide excellent husbandry standards and welfare to the hoofstock section within the park.

· Ensure all animals receive appropriate daily care, nutrition and enrichment.

· Monitoring health and behaviours, administering medications under veterinary guidance.

· Collect and record detailed and accurate animal records.

· Engage with visitors on site, which will include delivering or assisting with animal talks and public experiences.

Key Attributes –

Technical & Professional Requirements

· 1 year experience working with hoofstock species in a zoo or similar environment (Exotic species – Desirable).

· Relevant animal management qualifications or DMZAA

· Knowledge of ZIMS

· High standards of practical skills in animal husbandry, including training and enrichment.

· Ability to maintain detailed records of animal care and welfare.

Personal Skills

· Reliable and able to work well in a small team

· Flexible and adaptable

· Excellent punctuality and time keeping

· Hard working and highly motivated.

· Full driving license

Apply for this job:

Shortlisting of applications and interviews for this position will take place while the advert is live; the advert will close once a successful candidate has been found. Interested candidates are therefore encouraged to submit applications as quickly as possible.

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a covering letter to the Head Keeper – [e-mail]

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