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Animal care

In 2222+22 Songhai, Nigeria

About Me

Highly skilled and compassionate Animal care technician with over 4 years of hands-on experience in animal husbandry, healthcare, and nutrition. Proficient in executing animal health procedures, including artificial insemination, health monitoring, feed management, equipment maintenance and administering treatments under veterinary supervision. Recognized for delivering exceptional animal healthcare services by ensuring the highest standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, and safety. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, maintaining animal facilities, and collaborating with veterinary professionals. Equipped with strong organizational and communication skills, and a deep commitment to animal welfare and able to work independently or as part of a team to meet production goals.

 

 

Key Competencies

  • Animal Husbandry: Expertise in the general care, feeding, and health monitoring of animals including swine and poultry.
  • Veterinary Assistance: Skilled in assisting veterinarians during surgeries and treatments, administering medications, and providing wound care.
  • Artificial Insemination & Euthanasia: Proficient in heat-checking sows, conducting artificial insemination, and humane euthanization when necessary.
  • Feed Management: Experience in preparing and administering feed blends, fixing feeding lines, and monitoring product quality to ensure optimal nutrition for animals
  • Health & Safety Protocols: In-depth knowledge of biohazard controls, sterilization, and epidemiological procedures to prevent disease spread.
  • Inventory & Record Keeping: Ability to manage supplies, maintain health and production records, and order medications and feed
  • Physical Capability: Capable of lifting heavy loads (up to 25kg) and performing physically demanding tasks.

 

 

Professional Experience

Animal Care Technician / Poultry Production Manager

Mannie Global Resources Ltd – Osun State, Nigeria

(May 2024 – Present)

  • Provide comprehensive daily care for poultry and laboratory animals, ensuring their wellbeing through proper feeding, handling, and health monitoring.
  • Prepare and dispense species-specific diets, adhering to the biological needs of the animals using sterilized equipment.
  • Accurately identify and report any health abnormalities to the veterinary team, ensuring timely medical intervention.
  • Oversee the maintenance of sterile environments, ensuring compliance with biohazard and quarantine protocols to prevent the spread of diseases.
  • Perform various clerical tasks, including inventory management, feed ordering, and tracking of animal health records.
  • Collaborate with veterinary professionals to administer treatments, vaccinations, and assist in surgical procedures.

 

Animal Care Technician (Shift Staff)

Adlaw Events and Gardens – Lagos, Nigeria

(September 2022 – Present)

  • Responsible for providing nursing care, rehabilitation, and general husbandry for various animals, including those undergoing treatment or surgery.
  • Assist veterinarians by preparing surgical equipment, handling animals during procedures, and cleaning up post-surgery
  • Educate pet owners on proper animal nutrition, healthcare, and post-surgery recovery, offering advice on home care practices.
  • Conduct laboratory tests and assist in research efforts aimed at improving animal health outcomes.

 

Animal Care Worker

Travis Chicken – Lagos, Nigeria

(January 2022 – July 2022)

  • Performed routine animal husbandry tasks, including feeding, cleaning, and maintaining the health and well-being of poultry
  • Managed inventory levels for feed and medications, ensuring supplies were consistently available.
  • Assisted in the cleaning, disinfecting, and maintenance of animal housing, promoting a healthy environment for livestock.
  • Recorded and maintained detailed records of animal health and production data, facilitating efficient facility management.

 

Animal Care Technician Assistant (Intern)

FMG Aggro Allied – Oyo State, Nigeria

(March 2019 – September 2019)

  • Assisted in the management of swine operations, including heat-checking sows and performing artificial insemination.
  • Euthanized animals in a humane and timely manner to prevent suffering and manage herd health under veterinary guidance.
  • Conducted nutritional assessments and helped develop feed blends tailored to different stages of animal development
  • Supported the production team by implementing research-based techniques to enhance animal health and production efficiency.

 

 

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Animal Nutrition and Biotechnology

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology – Ogbomosho, Oyo State, Nigeria

(2014 – 2021)

 

Graduated with a 2nd Class Upper Division

 

High School (Science)

Ikorodu Grammar School – Lagos State, Nigeria

(2006 – 2011)

 

 

Skills

  • Patient, humane, and caring attitude towards animals
  • Strong knowledge of sterility, quarantine, and biohazard control principles
  • Ability to work in high-pressure environments with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
  • Ability to work as part of a team or independently
  • Physically capable of handling heavy loads (up to 25 kg)
  • Proven ability to work in both research and production environments

 

 

 

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