Mō mātou: About us:  
At Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo we are guided by our kaupapa “Me tiaki, kia ora!”, we care about making connections between animals, people, and our environment. We punch above our weight in leading the way through connecting people with animals, saving animals in the wild and ensuring we’re a voice to be heard.   

Mō te tūranga: About the role:   
As one of three Team Leaders in our Animal Care department you’ll be responsible for all elements of animal wellbeing for our Mammals section, a mix of carnivores and herbivores (and Ostrich) along with line-management leadership and support for the Keepers in your team.  You’ll also have an Assistant Team Leader to help you out.  

Note: this role works on a rotating roster (Monday to Sunday) with no more than 4 days in a row and includes public holidays.  

He kōrero mōu: About you: 

• 5+ years’ experience successfully leading and managing a team.  
• Able to effectively coach, manage and nurture a team to achieve goals.
• At least 10 years’ experience with human-care husbandry and animal management  
• Experience in habitat maintenance and the ability to review habitats for animal welfare, safety, and visitor appeal. 
• Demonstrated experience in species management.  
• Good working knowledge of Zoological software systems, ideally ZIMS (Zoo monitor is not the PD) 
• Experience working with the media.   
• A good level of fitness due to the nature and requirements of the role (and our terrain – we are on a hill).  
• Ability to engage and build positive relationships with internal and external parties.  
• Sound knowledge of conservation issues and the role a progressive zoo plays in the one plan approach.  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer: 

• Permanent full-time role 
• 9 hours each day from 7:30am – 5:00pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch break  
• Zoo uniform provided including boots.  
• Five days Conservation Volunteering Leave per year of employment to work on a conservation project.  
• Sick leave entitlement of 15 days from the start of employment.   
• An extra accrued week of annual leave after 5 years continuous service.  
• Zoo product discounts.  
• Annual flu vaccinations.  
• Free parking.  
• An environment of inclusive and supportive teams and managers 
• A passionate and committed team dedicated to animal welfare, sustainability initiatives, community engagement and conservation outcomes.   

Applications close: 5pm Sunday 24 November 2024.  

Please note: 
*Applicants for this position should have or be able to attain NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.  
*If successful, you will be required to undergo a police background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol checks (which we will arrange).  
*You may be asked to complete a pre-interview screen via phone or Teams.  

Wellington Zoo wants a diverse workforce that reflects Aotearoa New Zealand. We have our Rainbow Tick certification, and are committed to accepting, valuing, and embracing the diversity of all people.   

If you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact people&culture@wellingtonzoo.com