Wanted: someone with experience of looking after animals while running a visitor attraction.
They’re the requirements a government department is looking for to run the Wildlife Park after the retirement this week of long-serving general manager Nick Pinder.
Chief executive of the Department of Leisure, Nick Black, says the department plans investment and needs to run the public sector facility in a private sector manner.
He thinks the Wildlife Park is a vital asset for the Island.
Steam Packet sailings cancelled as strong winds and rough seas forecast
Adverse weather expected to bring gales, heavy rain and very rough sea conditions
Public Health urges residents to take steps to stay well this winter
Colder weather increases spread of seasonal viruses, with older people and those with long-term conditions at greater risk
Black ice warnings issued as police report hazardous road conditions
Motorists urged to take care as the Mountain Road closes and icy conditions affect routes across the Island
Douglas Council opts against low-noise fireworks after review
Traditional November display to continue in 2026
Shadow fleet tanker seized by US once sailed under Isle of Man flag
The vessel, now operating as Olina, was formerly registered in Douglas as British Mallard and later linked to sanctions breaches involving Venezuelan oil
