AddressPerth Zoo gets hands-on in wildlife conservation, at home and beyond our borders. This is what makes us one of the world’s best inner-city zoos. One simple vision inspires and directs our work – a world where diversity of species and habitats is secure.
THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 25 MARCH 2024
Job Description
Under general supervision this position provides general care, husbandry and health monitoring to a range of taxa in the Perth Zoo collection.
The role of this position is to work under general direction as an effective member of the section team providing the highest level of care, husbandry and health monitoring of a broad range of section taxa in the Perth Zoo collection. Proficiency and competencies are measured against the Zoo’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.
- Certificate III in Zoo Keeping or Captive Animal Management or equivalent.
- Knowledge of animals, their biology and ecological threats.
- Applied knowledge and experience in animal husbandry, animal observation and animal management in a zoo or similar environment.
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a team and to communicate well verbally and in writing.
Applicants with relevant experience working with exotic fauna, specifically primate species, will be well regarded.
Note: Successful applicants will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check, a pre-employment medical and Zoonosis vaccination program prior to commencement.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the attached Job Description Form. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status or a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Holly Thompson on (08) 9474 0380, or for further information about Perth Zoo, please visit www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
A written response addressing the above four (4) requested criteria (in no more than two (2) pages).
A current resume.
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Zoological Parks Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or ***********@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
Similar appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
