Penguin Specialist (Internal)

Apply now Job no: 502085 Work type: Part time Location: Gold Coast Categories: Marine Sciences & Wildlife Penguin Specialist$27.19 per hour Part TimeSea World, Main beach, Gold CoastThe opportunity:You will assist with presentation standards of the Penguin Encounter exhibit and undertake animal training, husbandry and exhibit maintenance tasks for the Antarctic penguins to maintain excellent health.Your day to day:Assist with presentation standards of Penguin Encounter exhibit including snow blows, ice cleaning and removal.Develop an understanding of animal training and conditioning techniques and behavioral enrichment to maintain appropriate behavioral management of penguins.Perform relevant education talks and interactive tours to provide an educational experience to guests and students.What you'll bring:Previous experience with preventative health, behavioral management, enrichment and husbandry of birds is desirable.Bachelor of Science degree or Certificate III in Captive Animal Management is essential.Able to work in cool environments ranging from -1.0C to +10.0C.A level of fitness required to complete all tasks in assigned area.Available to work on any day including weekends.Advertised: 11 Nov 2024 E. Australia Standard TimeApplications close: 26 Nov 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
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