Koala Care Vet Nurse: Field & Research Impact

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre, part of Queensland Government's Wildlife and Threatened Species Branch, seeks a Technical Officer (Vet Nurse) to deliver high-quality care to sick and injured koalas and contribute to statewide wildlife programs.

You will support the Centre's veterinarian, engage with researchers and carers, and participate in research, data collection, and fieldwork across Queensland, including travel and field duties. Strong nursing experience with wildlife is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical nursing with native wildlife (koalas preferred).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and lead small teams.
• Experience in research, data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing and husbandry care to koalas and other native wildlife.
• Coordinate and manage staff and volunteers to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain accurate medical and husbandry records using digital systems.
• Coordinate medical equipment maintenance, ordering supplies and SOPs as needed.
• Support research, monitoring and training activities.
• Travel to other sites as needed, including overnight stays.

Skills

Vet nursing

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Research & data analysis

Education

Registered veterinary nurse

Job description

The Moggill Koala Rehabilitation Centre, part of Queensland Government's Wildlife and Threatened Species Branch, seeks a Technical Officer (Vet Nurse) to deliver high-quality care to sick and injured koalas and contribute to statewide wildlife programs.

You will support the Centre's veterinarian, engage with researchers and carers, and participate in research, data collection, and fieldwork across Queensland, including travel and field duties. Strong nursing experience with wildlife is essential.