Wildlife Monitor at V&A Waterfront

Job Objectives:

Wildlife Monitoring


Monitor behaviour of Seals and Birds (and other wildlife) in the V&A precinct
Assist with the movement of seals/birds and other wildlife as necessary
Ensure reduced human-wildlife conflict around the marina and harbour basins
Ensure reduced incidence of seals on or near yachts and motorboats
Record and report on marine wildlife sightings, numbers, movements and relevant observations
Record and report on bird behaviour
Record and report on animal health and welfare observations
Maintain appropriate records


Wildlife Welfare


Assist with marine wildlife rescue and response activities within the V&A Waterfront precinct (including dry docks)
Contribute to the welfare of marine wildlife in the V&A precinct
Conduct general observation patrols to identify welfare concerns within the precinct
Assist with disentanglements
Identify, record and report entangled seals and other wildlife welfare concerns
Identify and assist with the rescue and collection of injured or compromised seabirds and other wildlife where appropriate.


Stakeholder Relationship Management


Liaise with the relevant internal and external stakeholders, including the Marine Wildlife Management team, tenants and the public specifically
Observe Animal Health and well-being and communicate concerns to the Marine Wildlife Management team
Assist the Marine Wildlife Management team with possible animal rescues within the V&A precinct
Engage with the public regarding marine wildlife and appropriate human-wildlife interactions within the V&A precinct.
Engage with the public to create Conservation Awareness around wildlife found within the V&A precinct


Operational Execution


Assist the Marina Team
Responsible for general housekeeping and assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of designated wildlife areas and infrastructure (seal platforms)
Maintain and care for equipment
Turn off energy consuming equipment when not in use
Report on problems with or possible improvements to the environmental performance
Consider environmental issues when making decisions (best practice standards applied)
Source environmentally friendly products and materials
Report on environmental incidents or risks
Dispose of waste in the correct manner
Involved with sustainability projects
Attend environmental and other relevant training sessions
Occasionally assist the curatorial team at the Aquarium
Ensure business effectiveness and continuity by implementing and adhering to policies and procedures, briefs, and deadlines
Make sure that all Health & Safety standards are complied with as set out in legislation
Comply with V&A and TOA's Environmental Management System (EMS)
Assist the Marina Team
Occasionally assist the Marine & Industrial Department at the Cruise Terminal and on the V&A Waterfront Property


Educational Requirements:

Required:


Gr. 12


Advantageous


First Aid
Animal Welfare Training
Driving license
Basic swimming ability and confidence working in and around water in a Harbour environment.


Knowledge Requirements


Working Knowledge of wildlife monitoring (specifically seal and bird monitoring)
Health & Safety standards
Basic understanding of animal health and welfare
General knowledge of relevant marine wildlife characteristics and habits
Using radio communications
Data capturing
Public engagement
Basic biosecurity, health, and safety principles


Skills Requirements:


Analytical and methodical
Observation skills
Data capturing and reporting
Practical, logicalInterpersonal skills
Good communication
Adaptable
Must be able to cope with the physical demands of the job, undertaking manual and sometimes heavy work


Experience Requirements:


Experience working with animals (including animal care / management)
Working on weekends and public holidays as well as overtime will be required at times