Joshua Hamilton

Experience

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  Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

  Feb 2008 - Mar 2014

  Curatorial / Animal Husbandry Intern

  Feeding and training of species such as Asian small-clawed otters, nutria, harbour seals, gentoo and Humboldt penguins, cownose rays etc. Duties included presenting feeding shows for the public, as well as maintenance scuba diving.500+ hours of full-time internship between years 2008-2010 and 2013-2014 (certificate obtained).

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  SPCA New Zealand

  Apr 2018 - Dec 2020

  Customer Service Representative /Animal Welfare Dispatch

  Worked remotely taking calls from members of the public in regards to animal welfare, as well as general business inquiries. I would prioritize and escalate calls based on their urgency, and assign and dispatch field officers/inspectorate where appropriate. I also managed relationships with key stakeholders and liaised with government organizations such as DOC, MPI, district and regional councils, and the NZ Police.

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  Warehouse Stationery

  Dec 2020 - May 2021

  Copy Centre Specialist

  Serviced the printing needs of both private and commercial customers with exceptional customer service. Utilized various IT programs and softwares such as Microsoft Office, Photoshop, and passport verification software. Operated commercial wide-format printers, and other specialized equipment.

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  Kiwi Birdlife Park

  May 2021 - Jul 2022

  Wildlife Keeper

  Training, feeding, and husbandry of the 20+ native/endemic bird and reptile species held in the park through managed programs such as breed for release (e.g. North island Brown kiwi, Blue duck, Brown teal etc.), rehabilitation, and insurance populations (e.g. Tuatara). Public speaking and presentation of conservation shows that incorporate the training and handling of show animals.

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  Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)

  Jul 2022 - now

  • Senior Quarantine Officer

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Regional Quarantine Officer

    May 2023 - now

  • Quarantine Officer

    Jul 2022 - May 2023