First Animal Caretaker (Equine Clinic) - Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital - 25030 at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for performing then duties expected of an equine animal caretaker (also known as stable hand or groom in the equine industry):

• Cleaning (remove manure and bedding, scrubbing and washing) and disinfecting of stables and surrounding areas;
• Grooming (brushing and cleaning of feet) and caring for horses;
• Handling and holding horses during veterinary examinations and treatment;
• Prepare horses for and assist by handling and/or holding horses during special procedures e.g. radiography, anaesthesia, laparoscopy;
• Flexibility to assist with cleaning in other sections in the OVAH when required;
• Performing shift/weekend duties.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12- and 1-year current or recent (within the past three years) experience in handling of horses

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Knowledge of horses and horsemanship, including handling of horses;
• Knowledge of stable hygiene and some knowledge of detergents and disinfectants;
• Meticulous about detail, professional and a responsible person;
• Appropriate language and communication skills;
• Organizing skills and a strong service orientation;
• Physical mobility;
• Ability to work under pressure and without supervision;
• Computer literacy;
• Ability to work weekends and outside normal working hours when required for continuous service delivery in the hospital;
• Willingness to perform shift duties.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Short course certificate in Horse Sense and Horsemanship;
• Experience in working with horses at a veterinary practice or hospital.

CLOSING DATE : 5 May 2023