Animal Science Volunteers
Mō mātou: About us
At Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo we are guided by our kaupapa “Me tiaki, kia ora!” – we must look after our environment so all life will flourish. We punch above our weight in leading the way through connecting people with animals, saving animals in the wild and ensuring we’re a voice to be heard.
Mō te tūranga: About the role
We are looking for volunteers to support the Animal Science Team at our Nutrition Centre.
Our Nutrition Centre prepares and provides the daily diets for all animals and works closely with other teams to ensure the diets are current and meet nutritional requirements. As a Volunteer you will play an important role in supporting the Zoo to provide the highest standards of animal care and welfare. It is important to note our
Animal Science Volunteers don’t have any hands-on animal contact.
Some of the tasks can be strenuous and dirty and you can be on your feet a lot of the time. An idea of the things you might be asked to do include:
*Food preparation (vegetable and meat)
*Stock taking
*Assisting with deliveries
*Stock rotating
*Cleaning
You will be called on to volunteer during weekdays only - Monday to Friday starting from 9:30am
He kōrero mōu: About you
* Friendly and happy to interact with people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Team player and reliable.
* Have a good level of fitness (we are on a hill).
* Willing and able to help with tasks regardless of what they are.
* Can commit to at least 4 hours per fortnight.
*Able to provide proof of COVID 19 vaccination
* 18 years of age or above.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer
* An exciting and varied place to be.
* A chance to walk about the Zoo and see the animals.
* Work alongside dedicated, passionate and welcoming colleagues.
* A volunteer T-shirt.
Please note:
* If offered a volunteer role you will need to complete a Ministry of Justice Police Check and a Drug and Alcohol Test. Both of which we arrange for you through our providers.
* Applications will be considered regularly with a view to interviewing and arranging a trial day for you.
Please contact people&culture@wellingtonzoo.com if you have any questions.
Applications close: 5:00pm Thursday 27 March 2025
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
