Want to work close to this guy? Fota Wildlife Park are looking for staff. Photo: Darragh Kane

Fota Wildlife Park searching for seasonal staff

By Daniel O’Neill

Fota Wildlife Park will be hosting a recruitment evening on 13 March to find potential team members for the busy spring and summer season. Interested applicants must complete a screening application form to attend by 5pm on 7 March.

Fota Wildlife Park are looking for individuals to work in admissions at the gates as well as in the gift shop, kiosk and ice cream unit. These roles do not involve interaction with the animals.

The ideal candidate for the role should have a positive and friendly manner, an interest in working with the public in a family friendly environment, have excellent communication skills, a flexible and proactive approach to work and weekend availability. Previous experience in similar positions is advantageous.

For successful candidates there will be a two-day mandatory induction and training session starting 5 April. Applicants must complete a brief screening form by 5pm, 7 March. To access the form, visit https://fotawildlife1.wufoo.com/forms/x169r70b1xjfbh6/.

Selected candidates will receive an email invitation with full event details. Attendance is only confirmed upon receiving an official email invitation after submitting the screening form.