Koala Care & Field Research Technician

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre, part of the Queensland Government, seeks a Technical Officer to blend veterinary nursing with fieldwork, research, and statewide collaboration. You will care for sick, injured, and orphaned koalas, support remote projects, and contribute to release programs.

Join a dedicated team focused on native wildlife conservation, professional development, and inclusion initiatives while working across Queensland hospitals, researchers, and carers.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience with native wildlife (koalas preferred).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead small teams and manage competing priorities.
• Experience in research, data collection, and analysis.
• Commitment to safety, inclusion, and respectful workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing and husbandry care to koalas and other wildlife.
• Coordinate and manage staff and volunteers for daily operations.
• Maintain medical records using digital systems.
• Support remote fieldwork, research, and community engagement.
• Travel to other sites as needed, including overnight stays.
• Work within a 7-day roster (with appropriate compensation).

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Native wildlife care

Team leadership

Research/data collection

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Tools

Digital records software

Job description

The Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre, part of the Queensland Government, seeks a Technical Officer to blend veterinary nursing with fieldwork, research, and statewide collaboration. You will care for sick, injured, and orphaned koalas, support remote projects, and contribute to release programs.

Join a dedicated team focused on native wildlife conservation, professional development, and inclusion initiatives while working across Queensland hospitals, researchers, and carers.