Wildlife Attendant
Key Responsibilities
- Perform basic husbandry– feeding and treating animals, cleaning quarters, transferring animals, maintaining facilities, watching for illness or injury, monitoring breeding
- Prepare food according to procedure
- Aid in food preparation and food stocktake
- Log duties on a daily basis, including daily records and notes of animals and events
- Maintain animal enclosures and designated areas
- Observe animals daily to check appearance and health
- Clean and maintain all tools and equipment to safe working order
- Enforce safety regulations and procedures
- Assist with wildlife talks to the public providing relevant and accurate information
Snapshot
Growth: Strong
Education Pathways: AHC21016 Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management
ACM30317 Certificate III in Captive Animals