Animal Care Assistant
We are seeking animal care assistants working alongside our live-in animal care team. You can commit to volunteer once per week, per fortnight or per month.
The role involves:
Barn and habitat cleaning
Managing animal feeds
Animal health assessments
Keeping health and operational records
Preparation and administration of medications
Barn preparation
Resident barning and head counts
Pre-requisites:
– Full training will be given
– Must be cautiously confident around large animals
– Must be able to commit for a minimum of six months
– Must commit to volunteer either weekly, fortnightly or monthly
Desired:
– Follows a vegan lifestyle
– Large animal experience a plus but not essential
All training is provided by our resident sanctuary staff. Volunteers are required to sign a safety waiver and follow all safety and biosecurity instructions.
Winter shifts are 6.30am to 11.45am or 11.45am to 5.00pm Summer shifts are 4.45am to 10.00am or 11.45am to 6.45pm