LUCÍA VERDUGO CARMONA
Cádiz
Summary
Animal Keeper with hands-on experience in zoological and sanctuary environments. Experienced in animal husbandry, behavioral monitoring and the development and implementation of environmental enrichment programmes for a range of species, including primates, reptiles, carnivores and birds. Passionate about wildlife conservation and committed to maintaining high standards of animal welfare within professional animal care settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Animal Keeper
Bioparc Fuengirola
Málaga, Spain
02.2026 - 03.2026
- Performed daily animal husbandry duties within a zoological environment.
- Contributed to animal welfare through behavioural monitoring and enrichment activities.
Animal Care Volunteer
AAP Primadomus
Alicante, Spain
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Performed daily animal husbandry duties for rescued Barbary macaques and chimpanzees.
- Assisted with welfare assessments and enrichment programmes in a sanctuary environment.
All-Rounder
Hotel Eggishorn
Switzerland
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Worked in a multicultural environment, demonstrating adaptability, teamwork and a strong work ethic.
Agricultural Consultant
Agromison
Málaga, Spain
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Provided advice on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and environmental compliance.
Quality Manager
Foodcake Carmen Lupiáñez
Málaga, Spain
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed food safety and quality systems and ensured regulatory compliance.
Quality Technician
Tropical Millenium
Málaga, Spain
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted quality assurance and food safety activities within the agricultural sector.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
University of Seville
2020
Higher Vocational Diploma - Environmental Health
IES Cornelio Balbo
2021
Skills
- Diet preparation and feeding
- Enclosure cleaning and maintenance
- Medication preparation and administration
- Animal handling and restraint assistance
- Health and welfare checks
- Record keeping and daily reports
- Safe work practices
- Teamwork and communication
Certification
- Specialist Zoo Animal Keeper
- Qualified Pesticide Applicator Licence
- Food Safety Certifications (IFS, GlobalG.A.P. and SPRING)
- Waste Management
- Acarology
LANGUAGES
Spanish: Native
English: C1 (Advanced)
Timeline
Animal Keeper
Bioparc Fuengirola
02.2026 - 03.2026
Animal Care Volunteer
AAP Primadomus
09.2025 - 11.2025
All-Rounder
Hotel Eggishorn
12.2024 - 09.2025
Agricultural Consultant
Agromison
02.2024 - 05.2024
Quality Manager
Foodcake Carmen Lupiáñez
07.2023 - 01.2024
Quality Technician
Tropical Millenium
09.2021 - 01.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Biology
University of Seville
Higher Vocational Diploma - Environmental Health
IES Cornelio Balbo