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Assistant: Veterinary at South African National Parks (SANParks)

South African National Parks (SANParks)
June 01, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Requirements


Grade 12.
Qualification related to veterinary science, laboratory support services, animal health, wildlife management, or conservation fields will be an added advantage.
1-2 years' experience in veterinary support services, laboratory, or wildlife operations.
3 years related experience in a similar role will be an added advantage.
Basic communication skills.
Understanding of wildlife handling, capture support, and field operations.
Knowledge of hygiene, biosecurity, and laboratory safety standards.
Good teamwork and ability to support multidisciplinary veterinary teams.
Attention to detail in handling samples, records, and consumables.


Responsibilities


Prepare capture equipment, treatment drugs, and consumables.
Assist veterinarians during wildlife immobilisation procedures.
Assist veterinarians with loading, transport, and release of animals.
Ensure animal welfare and safety during handling.
Data capture during wildlife immobilisation procedures.
Clean, prepare maintain laboratory glassware, utensils, apparatus, and veterinary equipment.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of veterinary facilities, laboratories, and work areas.
Ensure equipment and workplaces comply with laboratory safety and hygiene standards.
Conduct stock control of veterinary consumables and supplies.
Monitor stock usage levels and report shortages when necessary.
Assist in maintaining availability of consumable required for veterinary operations.
Apply laboratory and workplace safety procedures during all activities.
Adhere to organisational policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
Support basic administrative and operational.


Closing Date


01 June 2026