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Pet Groomers and Animal Care Workers
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Keeper In Zoo (Bird and Aquatic Parks) cares for animals in captivity for conservation, research, education and public display purposes. The role involves providing daily feeding and husbandry, maintaining and cleaning enclosures, monitoring animal health and behaviour, and supporting veterinary care and environmental enrichment to promote welfare and natural behaviours. They also contribute to conservation and public education programmes, including providing information to visitors and assisting with related activities.
Tasks
Prepare and provide food and water to animals according to prescribed dietary requirements.
Clean, maintain, and disinfect animal enclosures, cages, tanks, and surrounding areas to ensure safe and hygienic conditions.
Monitor animal health, behaviour, and welfare, and report any abnormalities or concerns.
Assist veterinarians during examinations and treatments, including administering medication under supervision.
Maintain accurate records of animal care, health status, behaviour, and breeding activities.
Handle, groom, and manage animals using appropriate and safe animal handling techniques.
Carry out enrichment activities to support animals’ physical activity and mental stimulation.
Ensure animals are safely housed, protected, and cared for in accordance with welfare standards.
Provide basic information to visitors through guided tours or talks on animal care and conservation.
Skills
Basic
Ability to follow instructions and coordinate tasks to manage routine animal care duties.
Basic record-keeping skills to document animal care and daily activities.
Good communication and teamwork skills to work with colleagues and engage visitors.
Physical stamina and manual dexterity to handle animals and carry out enclosure cleaning.
Strong observation skills to monitor animal health, behaviour, and welfare.
Specific
Knowledge in administering basic first aid and medications under supervision.
Knowledge in carrying out enrichment activities to support animal welfare and behaviour.
Knowledge in observing and reporting signs of illness, distress, or behavioural changes.
Knowledge in providing basic information to visitors on animal care and conservation.
Knowledge of animal biology, behaviour, and welfare standards for proper care and handling.
Knowledge of safety protocols to protect animals, staff, and visitors.
Knowledge of species-specific nutrition, dietary needs, and feeding protocols.
Proficiency in maintaining records of routines, diet, medical history, and use of tracking systems.
Proficiency in using tools and equipment for feeding, cleaning, habitat maintenance, and animal handling.
Additional Info
QUALIFICATION
Certificate or equivalent
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