Life & physical science occupations Work, Jobs in Ascot, Brk (with Salaries)

Animal Keeper - Humboldt Penguins
Splendid Spa —Windsor
- £31,750 - £36,750 a year
- Weekend availability
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Free parking
- Sick pay
Quick apply
13d
Sampler - Staines - 12 Month FTC
Affinity Water —Staines-upon-Thames
- £26,852 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Consultant - Healthy Buildings
BRE Group (Building Research Establishment) —Watford
- £32,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
12d
Commercial Sampler
Affinity Water —Staines-upon-Thames
- £26,852 a year
- Microsoft Office
- Time management
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
4d
Research Associate in Soil Holobionts
Imperial College London —South Kensington
- £49,017 - £57,472 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Data analysis skills
- Laboratory experience
Director, Statistical Programming
CSL Behring —Maidenhead
- £239,000 - £308,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Maintenance
- English
Microbiology Analyst (4 on 4 off rota)
South East Water —Farnborough
- £20,435.20 a year
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Laboratory experience
- Annual leave
14d
Consultant - Healthy Buildings
BRE —Watford
- £32,000 - £40,000 a year
- Remote
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
12d
Science Project Intern
Kew Gardens —Kew Gardens
- £25,579 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
12d
Scientist I, R&D AST Discs
Thermo Fisher Scientific —Basingstoke
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
Applied Biodiversity Scientist
Centre for Ecology & Hydrology —Wallingford
- £40,574 - £43,056 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Research Assistant (two posts)
University College London —London
- £39,148 - £41,833 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
12d
Research Assistant
Pirbright Institute —Pirbright
- Doctoral degree
- Computer literacy
- University
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Quick apply
14d
Associate Environmental Field Technician
UL Solutions —Basingstoke
- English
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
12d
Research Assistant in Astrophysics
University College London —London
- £36,433 - £41,833 a year
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Master's degree
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Imaging Geophysicist
TGS —Weybridge
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
7d
Research Fellow in Stellar Streams
University of Surrey —Guildford
- £37,694 - £41,064 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Machine learning
- Relocation assistance
10d
Associate Scientist, Analytical
MedPharm —Guildford
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Laboratory experience
- Microsoft Office
Quick apply
5d
Consultant Aquatic Ecologist
AECOM —Basingstoke
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Master's degree
Assistant Consultant / Consultant, Air Quality - Basingstoke
WSP —Basingstoke
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- IT
- Communication skills
- Flexitime
- Work from home

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Animal Keeper - Humboldt Penguins

Splendid Spa
Windsor

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£31,750 - £36,750 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
On-site gym
Company pension
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Driving Licence
Scientific research
Organisational skills
Animal welfare
Microscopy

Full job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, and reliable Penguin Keeper to join our Small Animal & Exotics team caring for a colony of Humboldt Penguins. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with one of the world's most engaging bird species, delivering the highest standards of husbandry, welfare, and daily care within a purpose-built penguin habitat.

Working as part of a small, dedicated team, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the penguin colony, ensuring exceptional standards of animal care through meticulous husbandry, behavioural observation, habitat maintenance, and accurate record keeping. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced and motivated individual with a genuine passion for avian husbandry, excellent attention to detail, and a proactive approach to animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities

Animal Husbandry & Health

Prepare and provide daily fish diets in accordance with established feeding plans.
Prepare and administer daily vitamins, nutritional supplements, and prescribed medications, maintaining accurate treatment records.
Monitor individual food intake, body condition, weights, breeding activity, and behaviour, maintaining detailed daily records.
Carry out daily visual health checks and promptly report any concerns to the Head Keeper or veterinary team.
Liaise with veterinary professionals and assist with routine health care, including weighing, health examinations, and administering veterinary treatments in line with veterinary advice and established protocols.
Support breeding and chick-rearing activities in accordance with established husbandry protocols.

Habitat Maintenance

Clean, disinfect, and maintain the penguin habitat, nesting areas, pools, holding pens, and back-of-house facilities to an exceptional standard.
Assist with the operation and routine maintenance of filtration and life support systems where required.
Ensure habitats remain clean, safe, secure, and well-presented at all times.
Identify and report any maintenance requirements or equipment issues promptly.

Enrichment & Behaviour

Plan and deliver a varied programme of environmental enrichment to encourage natural behaviours and promote positive welfare.
Participate in behavioural observations and positive reinforcement training where appropriate.
Monitor breeding pairs, nesting behaviour, and social dynamics within the colony.

Safety & Standards

Ensure the security and integrity of all penguin habitats and holding areas.
Adhere to all biosecurity, hygiene, and Health & Safety procedures.
Maintain a clean, organised, and professional working environment.
Report any hazards, maintenance issues, or animal welfare concerns immediately.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

A genuine passion for delivering the highest standards of animal welfare and husbandry.
Previous experience working with penguins is desirable; applicants with experience caring for other aquatic birds or avian species within a zoological, wildlife, or specialist animal collection will also be considered.
Excellent observational skills with the ability to identify subtle changes in behaviour, appetite, or health.
Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail and record keeping.
The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a small, dedicated team.
Good physical fitness and the ability to undertake manual duties and work outdoors throughout the year.
A flexible, reliable, and professional approach to work.
A full UK driving licence.

Desirable

A qualification in Animal Management, Zoology, or a related discipline.
Knowledge of avian health, enrichment, breeding, and behavioural management.
Familiarity with filtration or aquatic life support systems.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position working 50 hours per week, across 5 days, including a 1-hour paid lunch break.

Weekend working is required on a rotational basis, working 3 out of every 4 weekends.

Flexibility is essential, as working hours may vary to meet seasonal, operational, and animal care requirements.

To Apply:

Soonest starter ideal, as such interviews will be held before the closing date and the position will close once filled, this may be before the closing deadline so please register your interest!

Pay: £31,750.00-£36,750.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
On-site gym
On-site parking
Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Windsor, Berkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

bird or aquatic avian keeping: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

UK Driving License (required)
DBS Certificate (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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