Overview

To provide a caring and safe environment for all animals and maximize their comfort in the transportation to the National Wildlife Rescue Centre by maintaining a high standard of animal husbandry.

Responsibilities:

  • Model the Society’s values, Committed, Compassionate, Professional, Expert, Collaborative and Adaptable in the workplace at all times.
  • Uplift wildlife casualties from Society Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centers and transport them to the
  • National Wildlife Centre at Fishcross.
  • Transfer animals safely and with care between Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centers as required.
  • Work as part of a team with other staff members and volunteers at the center.
  • Develop and maintain good relationships with other staff, volunteers, and representatives of other agencies and members of the general public.
  • Take care of personal health and safety and that of others, who may be affected by your acts or omissions.
  • Participate in necessary training.
  • Demonstrate excellent customer care skills and deal professionally and competently with members of the public both by telephone and in person.
  • Maintain a high standard of personal conduct and appearance at all times. Be smart in appearance and ensure that the Society’s vehicle and equipment are maintained in a clean and serviceable condition at all times.

 Duties:

  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate records as required and assist in the collation of statistics in accordance with center protocols and procedures.
  • Undertake allocated duties and assist colleagues as required.

Education, Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

  • Relevant animal care qualification.
  • Customer care qualification.
  • Practical experience working with animals.
  • Knowledge of wildlife, natural history and animal welfare.
  • An understanding of and commitment to health and safety in the workplace.
  • Excellent customer care and communication skills.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Reliable.
  • Commitment to animal welfare.
  • Resilient and calm approach.
  • Act with professional integrity.
  • Flexible.
  • Work well within a team.
  • A commitment to and understanding of the benefits of animal welfare education.
  • Full UK manual driving license.
  • Flexible with working hours / shifts.