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• Applied best practice knowledge of husbandry, health monitoring and behaviour of laboratory species• Refined husbandry practices to promote higher welfare standards and improved animal health• Maintained accurate records of animal husbandry, animal health, equipment monitoring and facility maintenance• Communicated with vets and Animal Welfare Officers to deliver animal monitoring and treatment• Performed procedures such as injections, sample collection, necropsies and humane… Show more • Applied best practice knowledge of husbandry, health monitoring and behaviour of laboratory species• Refined husbandry practices to promote higher welfare standards and improved animal health• Maintained accurate records of animal husbandry, animal health, equipment monitoring and facility maintenance• Communicated with vets and Animal Welfare Officers to deliver animal monitoring and treatment• Performed procedures such as injections, sample collection, necropsies and humane killing of laboratory species• Improved practices and procedures through development and refinement of SOPs• Awarded Best Technical Presentation at ANZLAA 2022 conference Show less

• Safely performed manual tasks and operated equipment such as washers and autoclaves in accordance with HSE requirements• Refined processes and modified existing equipment to improve procedures• Collaborated with CSIRO researchers, external partners and equipment suppliers during project planning• Collaborated with other CSIRO teams to standardise husbandry manuals

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

• Delivered best practice husbandry based on species and individual requirements• Utilised novel enrichment to improve condition across the Zoo’s reptile facility• Maintained accurate records of animal husbandry, animal health and equipment logs • Provided details on animal health through written communications and reports• Employed hygiene and quarantine practices in the care of introduced animals• Maintained a locust colony as part of a varied diet fed to the reptile… Show more • Delivered best practice husbandry based on species and individual requirements• Utilised novel enrichment to improve condition across the Zoo’s reptile facility• Maintained accurate records of animal husbandry, animal health and equipment logs • Provided details on animal health through written communications and reports• Employed hygiene and quarantine practices in the care of introduced animals• Maintained a locust colony as part of a varied diet fed to the reptile collection Show less

Ballarat, Victoria, Australia

• Provided husbandry and enrichment across a broad range of taxa including reptiles, amphibians, aquatic species, birds and mammals• Coordinated and trained staff and volunteers in reptile and amphibian husbandry• Worked with vet staff to administer medications and assist with procedures• Maintained detailed records of animal husbandry, animal health, breeding and enclosure maintenance • Engaged with visitors through presentations and guided tours• Grounds keeping tasks… Show more • Provided husbandry and enrichment across a broad range of taxa including reptiles, amphibians, aquatic species, birds and mammals• Coordinated and trained staff and volunteers in reptile and amphibian husbandry• Worked with vet staff to administer medications and assist with procedures• Maintained detailed records of animal husbandry, animal health, breeding and enclosure maintenance • Engaged with visitors through presentations and guided tours• Grounds keeping tasks including gardening, weeding and facility upkeep Show less

Queensland, Australia

• Participated in a research expedition in remote Queensland aimed at collecting samples and data of large aquatic fauna• Demonstrated capture and restraint methods for large aquatic species• Conducted tissue sampling, tagging and condition assessments of captured animals• Compiled detailed written and photographic records• Engaged with local schools to deliver education programs through presentations and activities

Naifaru, Lhaviyani, Maldives

• Applied knowledge of husbandry, health monitoring and enrichment for Sea turtle species held at the Atoll Marine Centre• Performed day-to-day activities in a challenging environment with limited resources• Conducted surveys of surrounding coral reefs including species distribution and abundance• Maintained facilities and equipment including offshore enclosures• Engaged with visitors and the local community to communicate the operations and goals of the Marine Centre

Waurn Ponds, Geelong

• Assisted PhD student with conducting day-to-day animal husbandry, health monitoring and behavioural monitoring of a Zebra finch colony• Conducted research activities in accordance with relevant legislation for animal welfare in a research setting • Compiled detailed records of animal health and behaviour• Assisted with blood collection and lab tasks

Southbank, Melbourne

I was employed at URS Corp. as an Undergraduate Environmental Engineer within the hydrogeology department. My duties included assisting with collection of soil, surface water and groundwater samples, preparation of field equipment and vehicles and assisting with preparation of reports and tenders. My role at URS Corp. provided the opportunity to liaise with clients, contractors and project partners on a daily basis.

Bachelor Of Science, Zoology, Distinction

Activities and Societies: Deakin University Student Association (DUSA), Golden Key International Honour Society

Bachelor Of Environmental Engineering (Hons)

Activities and Societies: Environmental Engineering Student Association (EESA)