Trainer/Presenter, Animal Behaviour and Programmes - Bird Paradise

Mandai Wildlife Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mandai Wildlife Group in Singapore is seeking an enthusiastic individual to provide exceptional care for animals at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Responsibilities include husbandry, recordkeeping, and maintaining high-quality presentations for guests.

The ideal candidate has at least 'N' Level education and experience in animal care or veterinary medicine. If you're a motivated team player able to work flexible hours, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Prior experience in animal care or veterinary medicine is preferred.
• Good written and spoken communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work with animals and present in front of crowds.

Responsibilities

• Provide proper care and husbandry for animals.
• Complete daily recordkeeping for animals.
• Maintain quality interactive programs for guests.
• Participate in shows and handle animals as needed.

Skills

Animal care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Public speaking

Education

'N' Level

Job description

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. The 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.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide proper and consistent husbandry, housing, care, feeding, training, enrichment, and presentation of the animals to achieve the highest level of positive welfare as per the Group’s Animal Welfare Code.
• Identify and report any abnormalities, signs of possible health concerns and/or behavioural issues in animals.
• Complete daily recordkeeping forms for feeding, weights, behaviour, training, and enrichment as required.
• Report repairs and renovations as required.
• Maintain the highest quality of animal presentations and guest interactive programmes with the aim to promote conservation.
• Participate in shows as presenter, handler, and/or backstage support.
• Conduct training sessions with assigned animals and behaviours within completion timelines.
• Participate in discussions and contribute to the design and development of new animal behaviours, routines, and presentation ideas for the shows and programmes.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 'N' Level.
• Experience in animal care, veterinary medicine, training, or shows is preferred.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Effective and motivated team player.
• Able to present in front of crowds and work with animals.
• Able to contribute to new concepts and ideas to improve presentations.
• Able to work on weekends and public holidays.