Penguin/Aquatics Keeper
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Position Overview & Specifications
Oceanarium
South West Closing date for applications is: 31st Mar 2023 Contact: Oliver Buttling (oliver.buttling@reallive.co.uk)Sector: Animal Care
Type: Paid
Contract type: Full-time
Salary: £24,200
The Oceanarium is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and pro-active Penguin Keeper to join our aquatics team on the Dorset coast, caring for a diverse range of creatures - from sharks, otters and penguins, to turtles, jellyfish and crocodiles.
A key role in an exciting and dynamic facility, the keeper will be responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness and operation of the entire Penguin Beach and aviary area providing the highest standards of care for our Humboldt penguin colony, in addition to the Inca terns that share the exhibit. Duties also include the monitoring of diet, health and veterinary programmes, along with detailed record keeping utilising ZIMS.
Regular talks, feeds and interactive opportunities provide a captivating and immersive experience for visitors throughout the day.
The position also shares responsibility for other exhibit areas in the aquarium, along with maintaining plantroom and LSS facilities.This includes on-call duty on a rota basis as well as weekend and bank holiday working.
The ideal candidate will have a number of years of penguin keeping and presenting experience in addition to working with a wide variety of aquatic creatures and systems in an aquarium or zoo setting. Relevant degree level qualifications or equivalent are an advantage along with a self-motivated approach and can-do outlook.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Penguin/Aquatics Keeper roles across BIAZA's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,200 - £24,200 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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