Permanent Ectotherm Keeper: Wildlife Welfare & Exhibits

Chester Zoo; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff pass

Healthcare plan

Gym membership discount

Perks discounts on cinema/restaurants/

Pension scheme

Job summary

Chester Zoo is seeking a Keeper in the Ectotherm Team to support animal welfare, hygiene and life support, and to engage visitors during animal experiences. The role covers ensuring high standards across exhibits for both animals and guests.

The successful candidate will contribute to public engagement, exhibit theming and accurate record-keeping, with responsibilities including teamwork and effective communication. A zoological science qualification is essential.

Qualifications

• A HND or degree level qualification in a zoological related science or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in a Zoo or Aquarium setting with relevant Ectotherms in particular Reptiles, Amphibians and Invertebrates.
• Outstanding observational skills, attention to detail and be committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of animal health and welfare are met.
• A thorough understanding of the contribution that ex situ populations can make to education, science and conservation.
• Excellent exhibit theming skills.
• Strong teamwork skills, adaptable to work in a group and independently.
• Good competence in internal and external communications.
• Competency in the use of computers and basic software packages, including Microsoft Teams, ZIMS software, in order to maintain accurate records.
• Experience of working in field conservation and conducting research projects
• Experience in conducting and publishing scientific research

Skills

Observational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

HND or degree in zoological science

Tools

ZIMS software

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Chester Zoo is seeking a Keeper in the Ectotherm Team to support animal welfare, hygiene and life support, and to engage visitors during animal experiences. The role covers ensuring high standards across exhibits for both animals and guests.

The successful candidate will contribute to public engagement, exhibit theming and accurate record-keeping, with responsibilities including teamwork and effective communication. A zoological science qualification is essential.