WILDLIFE KEEPER

• Record and observe the animal collection behavior for signs

of illness, injury and abnormal behavior and reports as required. Provide technical advice to management and staff.

• Prepares food for assigned animals; assists in the

development of animal diets.

• Cleans and disinfect assigned animals and exhibit areas.
• Follows treatment plans and preventive health measures as

prescribed by Zoo Veterinarian or Zoo Curators.

• Identifies and communicates safety concerns to management in

a timely manner.

• Support special animal care activities such as physical

examinations, minor exhibit repairs and modifications, and major exhibit maintenance projects.

• Assist with the physical transfer, shipment, or receipt of

animals.

• Participate in the capture and restraint of dangerous

animals as directed by the management.

• Plan, prepare, and provide regular activities for the enrichment

of the animals.

• Execute the animal presentation programs (e.g. animal

feeding programs) accordingly to expected standards.

• Maintains tools and equipment in good repair and working

order.

• Maintains food supplies and supplies inventory in assigned

areas.

• Provides technical assistance to internal or external

research conducting authorized zoo and animal studies.

Requirements

• Minimal SPM/O-Levels/Or other equivalent qualifications.
• Competence in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Competence in other vernacular languages would be an added advantage.
• Experience in zoo field, nature-related exhibition, animal husbandry and exhibit design.
• Able to work on weekends and public holidays.
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job. E.g.: Required to lift 20kg loads.
• Confident, outgoing personality and a team player.