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SalaryJob reference: 575463
Location: 5152 - CLELAND
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
About the Role:
We are the Department for Environment and Water (DEW), anorganisation that leads the way in conserving, sustaining, andcreating prosperity for South Australia. We influence governmentdecisions and deliver high-quality policy, programs, and assetsthat significantly affect the state's social, environmental, andeconomic well-being. We're passionate about inclusion, diversity,customer service, and achieving results, all through the means ofinnovative technology and strategicpartnerships.
We are looking for casual Wildlife Keepers who have experiencein, or have undertaken training in animal husbandry to join ourdynamic team. Working across multiple species, you will support thepark by assisting in the care of the Park’s wildlifedisplays, breeding programs, guided tours and presentations,cleaning and maintaining enclosures, preparing animal feed and theenhancement of visitor activities and education programs.
If you have a passion for Australian wildlife and love workingin the outdoors in a natural Australian bushland setting, thenCleland Wildlife Park might be the place for you! Apply today tojoin our dynamic, inclusive team!
What can we offer you!
- Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental and heritage outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
- Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
- Free entry into DEW managed National Parks across SA.
- Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Meaningful and rewarding career
Contract:
This is a casual recruitment pool and applicants may be offered aposition based on organisational needs.
Special Conditions:
- Will be required to participate in fire protection and response or associated duties.
- Some out of hours work may be required
- Incumbent is required to wear a uniform
- A current class C driver’s license is essential and ability and willingness to attend 4WD training.
- The incumbent will be required to work a mix of week day and weekends, as well as being available during peak seasonal times including school holidays.
- This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016 as requiring a Working With Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.
Remuneration:
GSE2 - $34.91 min - $35.28 max per hour including 25% leave loadingin lieu of annual leave and sick leave
Enquiries to:
Byron Manning - Manager Animal Operations
*************@sa.gov.au
(08) 7424 5***
Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.
Applicants are to provide a CV, Pre-Employment Declaration, andmaximum 2 page cover letter detailing your experience in, ortraining you have undertaken in animal husbandry. Please note, ifyou are shortlisted you will be contacted and required to provide ashort (2 minute) video presentation in the form of a keeper talk onan animal of your choosing prior to progressing to the interviewstage.
The Department for Environment and Water is committed tobuilding a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourageapplications from people with diverse backgrounds including allages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander,people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse andLGBTIQA+.
Applications close: 15/02/2024 11:00 PM
Attachments:
- GSE2 Wildlife Keeper - Role Description.pdf
- PRE-EMPLOYMENT DECLARATION.pdf
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
