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Veterinary Program Assistant

at Hamilton City Council
Published August 23, 2024
Expires September 6, 2024
Location Hamilton Central, Waikato, New Zealand
Category Administration  
Job Type Casual  

Description

Are you one of Hamilton Zoo's new casual Veterinary Program Assistants?

The Hamilton Zoo are looking for someone to join our team as a casual as a Veterinary Program Assistant.  If you think this could be the role for you - lets talk.

 

For this role you must have:

  • Experience in animal husbandry.
  • An understanding of the industry including captive animal management practices.
  • The ability to work on a casual roster covering seven days a week between 7am and 5pm.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to enable you to work seamlessly with others and support your team members.
  • If you are a qualified Veterinary nurse that would be great, but not essential.
  • A love for Zoo animals... of course!

 

What will you be part of?

Set in over 90 hectares of lush and tranquil surroundings the The Kaaroro Nature Precinct is home to the Hamilton Zoo and Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park.  These well-loved community assets play an important role in connecting people with nature and conservation and providing fun experiences that inform a educate visitors.

Day to day your work will be varied!  You may be helping in the Nutrition Centre to prepare and order nutritional supplies for our animals, or you may be assisting in the Veterinary Clinic to deliver animal care, or maybe you will be out and about with our rangers and keepers.

 

Whats in it for you?

  • Exposure and experience into the workings of the Zoo and wider precinct.
  • Opportunities to career pathways and progression.
  • The opportunity to learn off industry leaders to develop your career - learn from the best to be the best!

 

How to apply?

  1. Learn more by clicking here to View the Position Description
  2. Click apply
  3. Answer a few questions and upload your CV
  4. NOTE: We will be shortlisting as we receive applications and this role will close once we find the right people – so if you are keen apply today!

 

 

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