Senior Veterinarian (2 Contract)

SINGAPORE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Mandai Wildlife Group seeks a licensed veterinary professional to lead the animal healthcare program across its zoo and wildlife collection. You will supervise clinical activities, mentor staff, and implement health strategies aligned with conservation objectives.

Requirements include AVS licensure (Singapore) or eligibility, ACZM/ECZM board certification or eligibility, 5 years of zoo/wildlife practice, and excellent English. Weekend and after-hours work are required.

Qualifications

• Internationally recognised degree in Veterinary Medicine.
• Singapore AVS licensed veterinarian, or eligible for license.
• Five years in general zoo/wildlife practice.
• ACZM/ECZM board certified specialist in zoological medicine or board-eligible.
• Proficiencies in management, technical and scientific aspects of zoo animals and wildlife medicine.
• Class 3 driving license.
• Hospital management experience beneficial.
• Excellent verbal and written English.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and after-hours assignments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the veterinary healthcare across the collection; lead restraints; diagnose conditions with multiple modalities; perform surgeries; provide evidence-based care.
• Supervise hospital activities, mentor residents; maintain training programmes; develop health strategies; lead audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Internationally recognised degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Mandai Wildlife Group is dedicated to caring for the planet and protecting animals and nature. Conservation education is intrinsic in all interactions with the Group, to inspire action for a healthier world.

Mandai Wildlife Group is the steward of Mandai Wildlife Reserve, a unique wildlife and nature destination in Singapore that is home to world-renown wildlife parks which connect visitors to the fascinating world of wildlife.

Mandai Wildlife Group is driving an exciting rejuvenation plan at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, adjacent to Singapore's Central Catchment Nature Reserve, that will integrate five wildlife parks with distinctive nature-based experiences, green public spaces and an eco-friendly resort.

Mandai Wildlife Group advocates for biodiversity, contributes leading wildlife research, develops innovative solutions to promote living sustainably, and collaborates with conservation partners in Singapore and Southeast Asia.

The Group provides funding and in-kind support to Mandai Nature for conservation work across Southeast Asia.

Mandai Global, an entity that is part of the Group, will establish and operate new lines of business anchored in creating positive outcomes for nature and wildlife.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• (1) Manage the veterinary healthcare of all the animals in the collection across different taxonomic groups. Lead safe and effective physical, chemical and behavioural restraint on patients. Diagnose medical conditions using a wide range of diagnostic modalities available, including clinical pathology (haematology, biochemistry, endocrinology, immunology), diagnostic imaging (radiography, ultrasonography, computed tomography), microbiology, cytology and more. Perform soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries, including invasive and non-invasive endoscopic procedures. Practice evidence-based medicine that is resource-appropriate. Lead animal emergency and critical care scenarios, including the formulation of practical and effective intensive care for patients.

• (2) Supervise clinical activities of the hospitals to ensure the highest standards of healthcare are achieved. Mentor residents and supervise veterinarians. Maintain accreditation and credentialling of veterinary training programmes. Organise preventive healthcare and disease surveillance programmes. Develop long-term collection health strategies aligned with organisational objectives. Develop and maintain clinical policies, standards and protocols. Lead clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews and quality improvement programmes. Conduct regular reviews of veterinary procedures and outcomes to improve clinical performance. Ensure compliance to statutory, ethical, biosafety and animal welfare requirements. Govern hospital financial management and resources are allocated strategically and sustainably. Supervise hospital risk management processes including business continuity, occupational safety and clinical risk frameworks. Promote and support scientific research, publication and external professional engagement. Represent the organisation in professional, academic and regulatory forums.

Job Requirements:

• Internationally recognised degree in Veterinary Medicine.
• Singapore Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) licensed veterinarian, or eligible for license application.
• Five years in general zoo/wildlife practice.
• ACZM/ECZM board certified specialist in zoological medicine or board-eligible.
• Proficiencies in the management, technical and scientific aspects of zoo animals and wildlife medicine.
• Class 3 driving license.
• Hospital management experience beneficial.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a veterinary team and with non-clinical departments in a zoological institute.
• Works well with management to deliver resource-appropriate clinical outcomes and preventive healthcare plans.
• Able to work in a multi-cultural and diverse environment.
• Excellent verbal and written English.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and after-hours assignments.