Wildlife Nutrition Operations Director
2 weeks ago
This role will oversee the daily operations of the Wildlife Nutrition Centre, ensuring the safe and efficient preparation and distribution of diets for over 15,000 animals across five zoological parks. The manager will support the organization's commitment to animal welfare, sustainability, and operational excellence.
">- The Wildlife Nutrition Manager will be responsible for managing daily operations including ordering, receiving, storing, preparing, and distributing animal diets.
- Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Review and implement work procedures to improve productivity through mechanization and automation.
- Collaborate with veterinarians and curators to implement nutrition strategies and food quality control programs.
- Work with veterinarians, curators, and the Scientific Programmes team to refine and implement evidence-based diets.
- Support nutrition-related research and contribute to the organization's role as a living laboratory.
- Manage animal feed procurement and assist with budget planning, ensuring timely and compliant supply.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of managerial experience in central kitchen, commissary, wildlife nutrition, zoo or rescue center operations, or animal feed management.
- Experience must include procurement and contract management for feed and supplies, quality control and inventory systems, leading and developing operational teams in a high-compliance environment.
Skills
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities, including recruitment, coaching, and performance evaluation.
- Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Veterinary, Animal Care, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and external vendors.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards related to food safety, animal welfare, and operational compliance. Proficiency in using procurement and inventory management systems.
Lead staff recruitment, development, and performance management for Nutrition Centres personnel. Plan and recruit staff to ensure smooth operations of the Center. Plan goals and development for Wildlife Nutrition and Avian Nutrition Centre staff. Establish KPIs and goals with Senior Curator for staff to pursue in each FY and work with the Assistant Manager. Arrange training and staff development programs to ensure continuous progress and development.
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