Resident Veterinary Surgeon South Lakes Safari Zoo is a modern, vibrant zoological collection committed to the conservation of biodiversity through our engaging facilities and our active overseas programmes. Under new management we aim to provide a first-class zoo experience dedicated to inspire in people a respect for animals, the environment and the world in which we live, delivered through authentic experiences and sustainable practices. We employ a talented team who are passionate about welfare, conservation, and education. Our 51-acre zoological park in the heart of the beautiful Lake District is home to over 1000 exotic and endangered species in beautiful naturalistic surroundings that bring the visitor closer to nature. We are looking for a full-time Zoo Veterinarian to assist in the development of our veterinary services and support our high standards of welfare. This post will focus principally on developing preventative health care programmes whilst providing day-to-day care for the animals in the collection. It will include mentoring and support for the Animal Department and other animal related programmes operated by the wider business. Closing date: 17th February 2017. Interviews to be held 6th March 2010. Full details and application form are available on request from [email protected] or can be found online at safarizoo.co.uk Cumbria Zoo Company Limited, Registered in England Reg No: 10423947 VAT Registration number 252 7339 02 [email protected] 01229 846550 Job Description – South Lakes Safari Zoo Job title Zoo Veterinarian Salary £25,000 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience Hours 40 hours per week Location South Lakes Safari Zoo, Dalton-in Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8JR Reports to Animal Manager Management Provide veterinary care to animals in collection Promote health care and high standards of animal welfare in partnership with keeping staff Manage veterinary hospital and budget allocation Supervise veterinary nurse Role purpose Develop and maintain veterinary facility and capability at Safari Zoo in conjunction with the Animal Manager Provide day-to-day veterinary care Develop preventative medicine and health programmes Ensure biosecurity of collection Ensure highest standards of animal welfare within the collection Ensure Safari Zoo complies with all legislation related to veterinary issues, including health, safety and wellbeing Contribute to park-wide and Safari Zoo projects and events as required Support staff learning and development and student education programmes Key internal CEO contacts Animal Manager Veterinary nurse Animal Department staff Key accountabilities Manage and develop a high standard of veterinary care for Safari Zoo’s collection Identify with and contribute to Safari Zoo’s brand values, mission and objectives Collaborate and develop effective working relationships with other Safari Zoo staff especially in the Animal Department team Adhere to and promote health and safety policies and procedures, identify hazards and undertake appropriate risk assessments and develop policies as needed Cumbria Zoo Company Limited, Registered in England Reg No: 10423947 VAT Registration number 252 7339 02 [email protected] 01229 846550 Provide species specific care for invertebrates, fish, herptiles, avian and mammalian species Undertake postmortems for collection animals Develop preventative medicine programmes including vaccination and parasite management in an environmentally sound manner Ensure biosecurity for the collection and any Safari Zoo led projects Ensure meticulous and comprehensive medical records are maintained Develop in-house parasite screening programme in line with parasite management protocols Support Safari Zoo’s husbandry programmes Use and develop anaesthesia techniques in line with best practice Develop and review, in partnership with the Animal Department team, escape response protocols and lead regular practice events Undertake the role of official veterinarian to facilitate the collection’s imports and exports Maintain, and arrange servicing of, all veterinary equipment Ensure Safari Zoo is up-to-date and compliant with all relevant current legislation Lead the strategic development of the veterinary programmes at Safari Zoo Provide the training and development of staff with regards to zoonoses and other health and safety issues as they arise Develop EMS programme for veterinary students and current vet school curricula Communicate with zoo veterinary profession through professional development and peer-reviewed publications Collaborate with external stakeholders and peers Support the development of the health care of animals in organisationally related projects Maximise developmental opportunities for the veterinary services Candidate specification Qualifications Member of the RCVS (MRCVS) Higher zoological medicine qualification or applicable qualification preferred Experience Minimum of three years’ post-graduate work experience in a large mixed veterinary practice, zoological facility, specialist referral centre or similar working environment Knowledge of all taxonomic groups Experience with carnivores, primates and macropods Exhibit knowledge of disease risk analysis and application and development of biosecurity programmes Experience with current anaesthetic techniques and knowledge of anaesthetic equipment Experience of use and maintenance of firearms, including remote chemical immobilisation systems Cumbria Zoo Company Limited, Registered in England Reg No: 10423947 VAT Registration number 252 7339 02 [email protected] 01229 846550 Ability to undertake basic laboratory procedures in-house Produced peer-reviewed publications or presentations Be familiar with enclosure design Skills and abilities Strategic leadership for the planning and development of veterinary programmes Enthusiasm and a capacity to communicate that to others Functional I.T. (including Microsoft Office) and basic budget management skills) Clear and effective written and oral communication Effective and appropriate decision making skills Good organisation and time management skills Attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture Capacity to inspire trust and confidence in others Ability to take the lead but also work within a team Other A full UK driving licence is required for on and off site usage of organisational vehicles which is an essential part of this job Cumbria Zoo Company Limited, Registered in England Reg No: 10423947 VAT Registration number 252 7339 02 [email protected] 01229 846550 .