Trainer/Presenter, Animal Behaviour and Programmes - Bird Paradise

Mandai Wildlife Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 22,320 - 33,480; Full time

Job summary

A leading wildlife organization in Singapore seeks an animal care professional. The role requires providing exceptional husbandry and care for animals while maintaining high-quality presentations for guests. Candidates should have good communication skills and be team-oriented. Experience in animal care or training is preferred, and the ability to present in front of crowds is essential. This position requires weekend and holiday availability.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal care, veterinary medicine, or shows is preferred.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Effective and motivated team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide proper husbandry, housing, and care of animals.
• Identify and report any health concerns or behavioral issues.
• Maintain high-quality animal presentations.

Skills

Animal care

Training

Communication skills

Teamwork

Public speaking

Education

Minimum '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 record‑keeping 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.

Shortlisted applicants will be allocated to the respective parks accordingly.

Candidates with prior experience may be considered for a Senior Trainer/Presenter role.