Do you have a passion for wildlife? Are you driven, hard-working and reliable? THEN WE WANT YOU!
Mosswood Wildlife is an entirely voluntary rescue and rehabilitation centre based in south-west Victoria. Set up by Tracey and Peter Wilson in 2007, Mosswood takes in around 500 animals a year, including koalas, echidnas, raptors, seabirds, owls and penguins.
Mosswood is a long-time partner of IFAW who helped to set up its dedicated onsite veterinary clinic where animals receive expert treatment from an incredible voluntary vet. The animals undergo rehabilitation and recovery in dedicated facilities before being released back to the wild.
Mosswood relies completely on hardworking, honest, reliable volunteers to assist with its day to day running and are always in need of more!
There are TWO VOLUNTARY positions available:
- Wildlife Volunteer
- Repair and Maintenance (General Handy Person)
Wildlife Volunteer
- We are looking for an energetic, dedicated, hard-working individual with a genuine love for animals and a desire to learn about rescuing and caring for native wildlife. You must be a fast learner and a problem solver.
- The successful candidates will be responsible for general husbandry and cleaning enclosures including raking, scrubbing perches, hosing and sweeping.
- Volunteers are also required to replace leaves and water and make observations about the patients.
- The successful applicants must have some level of wildlife experience, be hard working, able to work independently but also be a big team player. There is no “I” in team!
- This role requires a moderate level of fitness and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- You must be able to commit to a minimum three-month period for a minimum of five days per week.
Volunteer Handy Person
- We are seeking a friendly, dedicated and talented handyperson to assist onsite with anything from building new enclosures to fixing broken ones and collecting branches and leaves for patients.
- You’ll be responsible for the general upkeep of the facilities, repairs and maintenance.
- This position would suit someone retired/ semi-retired, wanting to put their time to good use.
Note: there is no on-site accommodation, but reasonably priced accommodation is available locally.
You will have access to a car (manual) but will need to contribute towards running costs.
If you are interested in either of these positions, please email your CV and cover letter to Josey Sharrad, Wildlife Campaigns Manager at IFAW on jsharrad@ifaw.org or directly to mosswoodwildlife@gmail.com