Zoo Jobs: Keepers

Keepers

Experienced Zookeepers at Sydney Zoo

Sydney Zoo is a new, large metropolitan Zoo in Western Sydney. Sydney Zoo showcases a broad range of native and exotic animals using modern technology and advanced exhibit design with a strong focus on animal welfare and conservation, educating our visitors about animals and their habitats. Environmental and social awareness also plays a vital role in our messaging, focusing on indigenous culture and human influence on the environment.

The Position

This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of an exciting new zoo in the full-time role of Zookeeper. We are looking for experienced keepers to work primarily in the Elephant & Ungulate, and Carnivores teams, utilising your skills in an area that you are genuinely passionate about. These roles will commence as soon as possible.

The Zookeepers will be responsible for ensuring the animals in our care are managed to the highest level of husbandry, enrichment, training, conditioning, and welfare, as well as maintaining habitat at a world class standard.

Skills, Knowledge and Relevant Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ paid experience in a zoo or relevant/equivalent industry working with Elephants, Ungulates or Carnivore species.
Demonstrated experience in the Five Domains of Animal Welfare and how it is applied in husbandry of the wide range of species in Zoo’s care.
Strong focus and skilled in Visitor Engagement.
Demonstrated commitment to the Conservation and Sustainability.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently or positively contribute to a team environment.
Proven ability in carrying out daily keeping duties to a high standard ensuring all husbandry and welfare needs are met.
Valid and current driver’s license with the ability to drive a manual vehicle (desirable).

Applications

Please apply directly via the Sydney Zoo Website Careers Page https://sydneyzoo.com/about/careers. Applicants will be required to provide a current resume and a covering letter outlining your ability to meet the above selection requirements. Applications close at 5pm Thursday 21st October 2021.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all Sydney Zoo positions.

Sydney Zoo is a fully COVID-19 vaccinated workplace. We will require proof of your vaccination status prior to commencement. Please contact us for general enquiries, including if you have any queries regarding our policy, or to obtain a copy of the Sydney Zoo Vaccination policy.

You can contact us by email careers@sydneyzoo.com or by phone to 1800 843 966.

Sydney Zoo is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.