- 2 x Fixed term part-time (0.5 FTE)positions (up to 12 months contract)
- Based at the DEECA Animal Holding Facility in Knox
- Salary from $72,137 (pre-trade) or from $83,744 (trade) p.a. full-time equivalent + 12% superannuation
- Roster includes working 4 weekend days every 4 weeks
Zoos Victoria operates four landmark zoos, Healesville Sanctuary, Kyabram Fauna Park, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo. Victoria's zoos are made up of passionate, energetic and driven employees committed to fighting wildlife extinction. Every person, from the extensive range of disciplines, plays an important role in helping the organisation realise its vision to become a world leading zoo-based conservation organisation.
As part of the WCS team, the Wildlife Liaison Keepers will have a key role in Zoo Victoria's partnership with the Department of Energy Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) to care for seized, surrendered, and otherwise acquired native wildlife at DEECA quarantine facilities. The position works closely with the DEECA Program Manager, Wildlife Liaison. The requirements of this position are varied, including provision of animal husbandry and care to animals entering the facility, maintenance of appropriate biosecurity and animal record-keeping. The position is based on-site at the DEECA facilities.
This position is responsible for the husbandry and care of animals at the DEECA Quarantine facility, with duties including but not limited to:
- Daily husbandry and care of animals at the facility
- Adhering to strict biosecurity protocols
- Record keeping, including ZIMS
- Supporting veterinary assessment of animals
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
- Adaptable, able to work in varied environments and with multiple teams
- Sound knowledge of and proficiency in zoo animal husbandry including capture and restraint of a wide range of species, biosecurity protocols, housing, nutritional and behavioural requirements.
- Highly effective communicator, capable of understanding the needs of multiple stakeholders and the requirement for confidentiality
- Understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks relating to wildlife care
- Competent in Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel) and Outlook
For more information on this role, please refer to the position description below. Please submit a maximum one-page cover letter and resume by clicking on the 'Apply' link below. If you have any questions about this role, please contact Fiona Ryan at: [email protected]
Applications close: 30 June 2026
At Zoos Victoria we value diversity, celebrate difference and work to be inclusive in everything we do. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and people from the LGBTIQA+ community. In addition, Zoos Victoria will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability, illness or injury. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please advise via [email protected] or visit our Inclusion and Diversity page for more information and contact details for any adjustments required.
Position Description | view here
Location | Melbourne Zoo
Job Category | Keeper
Work Type | Fixed-Term Part-Time x 2 roles
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