As a Wildlife care assistant, I complete husbandry tasks for a variety of species that have been rescued and are in need of rehabilitation before release to the wild.

A major part of this role was conducting my own research project on the reaction of Giant African Land Snails (Achatina fulica) to various types of enrichment and handling, as well as partaking in research projects on other species. My research project on Giant African Land Snails was then presented at the BIAZA Research Conference 2023.In addition to this, I spent a lot of time in the hedgehog rehabilitation centre on site. This role encompassed day to day care of the hedgehogs, as… Show more A major part of this role was conducting my own research project on the reaction of Giant African Land Snails (Achatina fulica) to various types of enrichment and handling, as well as partaking in research projects on other species. My research project on Giant African Land Snails was then presented at the BIAZA Research Conference 2023.In addition to this, I spent a lot of time in the hedgehog rehabilitation centre on site. This role encompassed day to day care of the hedgehogs, as well as learning how to administer subcutaneous injections and assisting in their recovery in whichever way was required for each individual. Show less

A part-time role as a shop assistant that allowed me to improve my communication skills and understanding of business.

I was in charge of a project for a company called Waidroka Bay Resort in Fiji. I designed an artificial reef for them to build in order to provide a home for local marine life. The document contained considerations needed for the project as well as the actual design.

A flexible part-time job providing care for a group of between 6-8 horses of varying ages. Feeding, watering, mucking out stalls and fields, turning out, grooming, and plaiting etc, were all included as part of the care.

Independent role where I was in charge of the shop by myself to handle all transactions and inquiries. Part-time.

Volunteering with horses to rehabilitate and rehome them, while also providing their daily care.

Proving care for an array of large and small animals including livestock species.