Animal Attendant / Technician
Published | May 16, 2022 |
Expires | June 7, 2022 |
Location | Glenorie, NSW, Australia |
Category | Medical Research |
Job Type | Full-time |
Contact Name | Angie Parkinson |
Description
The Company
Bioproperties Pty Ltd is an Australian owned animal vaccine manufacturing company located at Glenorie in Sydney’s North-West. The company is significantly increasing its production capacity to continue the supply of existing and new live vaccines to the global market. Because we use chickens in our production process, we are looking to expand our team with enthusiastic people.
The Role
Animal Technicians are responsible for all stages of the chicken lifecycle as well as the buildings in which the birds are kept. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Handling of eggs, incubation, and hatching
- Daily monitoring and care of chicks and birds
- Harvesting birds for vaccine production
- Cleaning, decontamination and maintenance of bird houses and equipment
- Detailed record-keeping
Skills & Requirements
- Ability to uphold a high standard of animal welfare and care
- Capacity to deal with changing priorities and work pressure
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to cope with the physical demands of the role
- Flexibility in work hours (some weekends and public holidays)
- Own transport
- Poultry experience would be an advantage but not a necessity as all training will be provided
What we offer
- A stable job with a privately owned Australian company
- Friendly team
- Rural location with stress free driving against the city traffic
How to Apply
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