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Mia Drake

Adelaide,SA

Summary

Dedicated animal care professional who has excellent communication and customer service skills. A proven ability to adapt quickly and maintain organized environments. Experienced in recordkeeping and documentation, with a strong commitment to conservation and education through volunteer work at Zoos SA.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer in Training Adelaide Zoo

Zoos SA
04.2025 - Current

-Currently in training



  • Assisted in animal enrichment
  • Assist in educational set up of special events and programs
  • Participated in education of customer service and education of general public about conservation and different experiences within the zoo.

Bather/Dryer/Basic Grooming

Petstock
02.2025 - Current
  • Provide a high level of customer service for all customers
  • Meet and greet visitors upon arrival and process check in and update individual records.
  • Process payment for services
  • Maintained a safe and organized work environment, adhering to best practices.
  • Assisted in handling and restraining animals during grooming procedures to ensure safety.
  • Engaged with pet owners, providing information on pet care and grooming services.
  • Adapt quickly to changing schedules and demands, demonstrating flexibility in daily tasks.
  • Provided a welcoming and comfortable environment for both pets and their owners, helping to build trust and customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices for pet care.


Volunteer-Duke of Edinburgh Gold

01.2024 - Current
  • Providing service to Zoos SA.
  • Learn conservation skills, animal enrichment, documentation.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Adapt to learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Ability to work individually and with others as part of a team.

Animal Attendant

Cat-a-tonic Cattery
12.2023 - 02.2025
  • Administration and check in of cats and update of records.
  • Engaged with customers on arrival, ensuring a positive customer experience.
  • Process of payments for boarding.
  • Provided the daily care and enrichment for cats.
  • Monitored health and behaviour of animals, reporting any concerns to management promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness of facilities, adhering to hygiene standards for animal safety.
  • Assisted in feeding and grooming schedules.

Education

Certificate IV Animal Behaviour And Training

Hanrob College
Melbourne, VIC
04-2026

Certificate III in Animal Care Services

TAFE SA
12-2024

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Adaptability and dependability
  • Computer skills
  • Flexible schedule
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organized and efficient
  • Problem-solving
  • Recordkeeping
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Administrative support
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Knowledge of animal related fields

Timeline

Volunteer in Training Adelaide Zoo

Zoos SA
04.2025 - Current

Bather/Dryer/Basic Grooming

Petstock
02.2025 - Current

Volunteer-Duke of Edinburgh Gold

01.2024 - Current

Animal Attendant

Cat-a-tonic Cattery
12.2023 - 02.2025

Certificate IV Animal Behaviour And Training

Hanrob College

Certificate III in Animal Care Services

TAFE SA
Mia Drake