Technical Officer Zoology

Department Of Biodiversity, Conservation And Attractions; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

12% superannuation

4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% load

National Park Entry Pass

Learning and development programs

Job summary

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions at Perth Zoo is seeking two Technical Officer Zoology positions. These part-time roles (0.56 FTE) are based in South Perth (Perth Zoo) and support the Species Recovery Programs with high standards of animal care and health monitoring.

Under the guidance of the Senior Technical Officer Zoology, you will contribute to captive breeding, welfare and welfare monitoring in the Native Species Breeding Program, within a strong safety culture with

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care or industry equivalent
• Applied biological knowledge in wildlife husbandry and observation in zoo settings
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and communicate well, verbally and in writing
• Understanding of health, safety and wellbeing and equity and diversity in the workplace
• Knowledge of nature conservation and biodiversity communication to the public

Responsibilities

• Support Species Recovery Programs to maintain captive breeding colonies and provide animals for establishment or supplementation of wild populations
• Provide high level of care, husbandry and health monitoring for assigned species in the NSBP
• Work under guidance of Senior Technical Officer Zoology within Perth Zoo Science team
• Follow safety policies and SOPs; training as required

Skills

Wildlife care

Teamwork

Verbal & written comms

Safety & wellbeing

Biodiversity ethos

Education

Certificate III in Wildlife & Exhibited Animal Care

Job description

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THESE ARE PERMANENT, PART-TIME (0.56 FTE) POSITIONS THESE POSITIONS ARE BASED IN SOUTH PERTH (PERTH ZOO) APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON FRIDAY, 20 NOVEMBER 2026

Job Description

The Perth Zoo Science Program provides support to the Species Recovery Programs to maintain captive breeding colonies and to provide animals for establishment or supplementation of wild populations.

We currently have two opportunities in the role of Technical Officer Zoology. These positions work under the guidance of the Senior Technical Officer Zoology as an effective member of the Perth Zoo Science team, providing a high level of care, husbandry and health monitoring for assigned animal species in the Native Species Breeding Program (NSBP).

These positions operate within a strong safety culture and follow defined Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Training occurs as operationally required.

Selection Criteria

• Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care or an industry equivalent certification.
• Applied biological knowledge and experience in the husbandry, observation and management of wildlife in a zoo or similar environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a team and to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience in the application of health, safety and wellbeing and equity and diversity principles and practices in the workplace.
• Knowledge of and commitment to nature conservation, including the communication of a biodiversity ethos to the public, consistent with the role of Zoos.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills. For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.

Benefits of working with us

• Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• An annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Well-established learning and development programs.

Eligibility

It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status. Only applicants who meet this eligibility requirement will be considered. A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Agency Referrals

Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements. Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on [phone] or [e-mail]. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.