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Form of work
SalaryIf you enjoy nature and making people happy here is a wonderful opportunity
About the business
Our innovative “wildlife without cages” Tasmanian Devil Unzoo is a global leader in changing the way zoos and wildlife parks can evolve in the 21st century.
Now you can join our team to help us tell visitors from around the world about our mission to move away from captive animals in cages. We have no boundary fence so our local wild animals can come and go as they wish.
We call it our Unzoo project and it has been developed under a master plan by international designer Jon Coe – see www.joncoedesign.com.
We are planning to expand our guided nature walks around our bushland trails to show visitors the unique wild Tasmanian marsupials and birds that live in the Unzoo bushland. This will include some innovative new twilight tours.
Our focus is to tell our unique Unzoo story and to relate our 40 years of working with Tasmanian devils and how we are playing a vital role in preserving the species. This includes monitoring local wildlife with remote cameras in the forests of Tasman Peninsula.
More information can be found at www.tasmaniandevilunzoo.com.au.
Tasmanian Devil Unzoo is situated about an hour from Hobart on Tasman Peninsula in Tasmania's South East.
About the role
We are seeking a positive and motivated team member for the role of Nature Tour Guide / Keeper.
Benefits
This is an opportunity for you to join a small team where you can
- enjoy making our visitors happy,
- showcase Tasmanian nature and its wonderful wildlife
- work in a friendly small team
- help develop innovative world-first nature experiences
- build your network connections and skills under the guidance of the very experienced Unzoo directors
We will welcome your input to grow the Unzoo concept and new opportunities of showing Tasmania's unique fauna and flora.
We would like you to:
- Welcome visitors from around the world with a smile
- Provide five-star visitor experiences that embrace the Unzoo’s local wild birds, marsupials and native flora
- Take a lead role in running and helping develop NATURE TOUR experiences at the world's first Unzoo project
- Use your keeping skills to care for a handful of ageing Tasmanian devils
- There will be some visitor reception ticket sales and handling on-line bookings duties
- Help with maintenance of the Unzoo facilities and equipment
It is essential that you have:
- The ability to understand small business requirements
- Willingness to work as part of an enthusiastic small team
- Experience in leading NATURE TOURs and also five-star customer service
- A sound knowledge of Tasmania's native fauna and flora and ecology, preferably with a zoology or natural science degree or similar tertiary qualification
- Experience in caring for wildlife
- A high standard of personal presentation
- Willingness to comply with workplace policies and standards
- Fitness and ability to handle and carry loads up to 15 kg and to stand and walk for long periods
- Current first aid certificate
- RSA certificate
- Current driving licence, preferably with a public passenger vehicle certificate
- Good literacy and extensive computer skills
- Are prepared to start as soon as possible
You will be working in conjunction with the Unzoo Supervisor and the business directors. Extensive on-the-job training will be provided.
This is a full-time or part-time position.
We pay well above award rates.
The Unzoo operates 7 days a week therefore you must be willing and able to work on some weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
Tasmanian Devil Unzoo is a no-smoking and alcohol and drug-free work site.
We can assist with contacts to find accommodation in the local region if you require.
The surrounding Tasman Peninsula is renowned for its spectacular coastal National Park, wineries, distilleries and restaurants, world class walking trails such as the Three Capes Track, surf beaches and boating and fishing. The area is home to a recently discovered species of marsupial and numerous endemic plants.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence and a passenger vehicle certificate?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
- Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays)
- Do you have extensive tour guiding and customer service experience?
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
- Do you have customer service experience?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a TOUR GUIDE?
- Which of the following First Aid accreditations do you currently hold?
- Do you hold a current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certificate?
- Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
