Wildlife Emergency Responder – Far South East NSW

1 week ago

Bega New South Wales, Australia Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service Ltd Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

About WIRES:

WIRES is Australia's largest wildlife rescue organisation and has been rescuing and caring for sick, injured, and orphaned native animals for over 35 years. Our ongoing mission is to actively rehabilitate and preserve Australian wildlife and inspire others to do the same.

WIRES operate a dedicated Wildlife Rescue Office assisting wildlife and the community across Australia 24-hours a day providing rescue advice and assistance for over 130,000 animals annually as well as provide full-time mobile Wildlife Emergency Responders operating across NSW, Queensland, and Tasmania.

About The Role:

Wildlife Emergency Responders rescue, assist and transport sick or injured wildlife across NSW. The role is guided by our Head Office Emergency Response Team, working closely with members of the public, volunteers, and vets, as well as engaging in community wildlife education opportunities.

Wildlife Emergency Responders have access to a wildlife ambulance containing emergency rescue equipment along with ongoing training both in wildlife rescue and emergency response.

Covering the Far South East of NSW, you will be required to:

  • Rescue, assist and transport sick or injured wildlife.
  • Liaise with members of the public, volunteers, and vets.
  • Understand and comply with species specific Codes of Practice.
  • Effectively communicate with members of the public, media, external agencies, and stakeholders.
  • Uphold a very high standard of animal welfare.
  • Provide wildlife education and guidance to the community.
  • Comply with WHS requirements along with WIRES policies and procedures.

Essential:

  • Demonstrated experience in handling and working with wildlife.
  • First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain.
  • Q Fever and Rabies vaccination or willingness to obtain.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to carry out wildlife emergency response duties during natural disaster events.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High levels of computer literacy.
  • Ability to perform physical duties.
  • Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent.
  • Medical assessment of fitness for the role

Highly Desirable:

  • Flying Fox experience and training.
  • Snake experience and training.
  • Vet nursing, animal care, conservation, ecology, animal welfare or emergency response experience.

Please note:

  • We are looking for candidates based in the Far South East Region of NSW.
  • This is a 12-month contract with a probation period, and the potential for extension.
  • Preferred candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including reference checks.
  • Applications without a cover letter will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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