Chantelle Hermansen
Launching Place,VIC
Summary
Motivated and friendly animal studies student with hands-on experience in zoo environments, including placements at Werribee Open Range Zoo (Elephant Team) and Healesville Sanctuary. Passionate about wildlife conservation and visitor engagement, with excellent communication and organisational skills developed through front-facing roles in both educational and tourism settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Placement – Elephant Team
Werribee Open Range Zoo
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Worked alongside keepers to support daily care routines for the elephants
- Assisted with feeding, enclosure cleaning, and enrichment activities
- Maintained safety and hygiene standards while working in close proximity to large animals
- Gained insight into zoo operations and animal behaviour
Placement
Healesville Sanctuary
04.2025 - 04.2025
- Supported the care of native mammals including kangaroos, echidnas, and koalas
- Helped prepare animal diets and cleaned enclosures
- Observed behavioural management and enrichment strategies
- Assisted with behind-the-scenes tasks and interacted with visitors where appropriate
Animal Attendant
Yarra Valley Pet Resort
09.2021 - Current
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with animals.
- Administered medications prescribed by a veterinarian when necessary.
- Maintained records of animal feedings, treatments, health checks and other relevant information.
- Cleaned and disinfected cages, tanks and other enclosures to ensure proper hygiene for the animals
- Front office work
- First aid and any other relevant documentation
Education
CERTIFICATE III - Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
Taronga Training Institute
Melbourne, VIC12.2025
Certificate - CERTIFICATE III | Animal Studies
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne VIC12-2022
High School Diploma -VCE -
Upper Yarra Secondary College
Yarra Junction VIC12-2021
Skills
- Animal Care & welfare knowledge
- Customer Service & visitor engagement
- Animal Handling
- Team Collaboration
- Communication & public speaking
- Leadership
- First Aid
- Time Management
- Hands-on
- Teamwork & initiative
Timeline
Placement – Elephant Team
Werribee Open Range Zoo
06.2025 - 07.2025
Placement
Healesville Sanctuary
04.2025 - 04.2025
Animal Attendant
Yarra Valley Pet Resort
09.2021 - Current
CERTIFICATE III - Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care
Taronga Training Institute
Certificate - CERTIFICATE III | Animal Studies
Box Hill Institute of TAFE
High School Diploma -VCE -
Upper Yarra Secondary College
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