Veterinarian

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary; Brisbane; Presencial; AUD 55 000 - 96 000; Tempo integral

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Free sanctuary entry for you and your

10 free passes per year

Team member benefits across Retail and

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Resumo da oferta

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, located at Fig Tree Pocket QLD, seeks a motivated Wildlife Veterinarian to join our onsite veterinary team on a full-time or part-time basis. You will care for koalas, kangaroos, wombats, reptiles, and birds, plus a small number of domestic livestock, with a focus on animal welfare and conservation.

Ideal candidates have a Veterinary Science degree and registration in Queensland, at least 2 years of veterinary experience, and the ability to work independently or in a

Qualificações

• Degree in Veterinary Science and registration (or eligibility) with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Queensland.
• Minimum 2 years' veterinary experience, preferably with Australian wildlife or mixed practice.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct routine health checks, diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries.
• Provide emergency care to injured or unwell sanctuary animals.
• Collaborate with the senior veterinarian, keepers, vet nurses, and management on animal health and welfare matters.
• Maintain accurate medical records and contribute to welfare initiatives.
• Assist in training and supervision of wildlife team members.
• Maintain biosecurity measures and preventative health schedules.
• Perform postmortem examinations on deceased sanctuary animals.

Conhecimentos

Clinical pathology

Surgical procedures

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Formação académica

Veterinary Science degree

Ferramentas

Medical records management

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary – Fig Tree Pocket QLD

Exciting & Rare Opportunity to join Lone Pine

Are you a passionate and experienced veterinarian looking to work in a dynamic and iconic sanctuary environment?

Join our dedicated team at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary, where animal welfare, conservation, and education come first. Located on the banks of the beautiful Brisbane River & only a few minutes from Brisbane CBD, this environment is a truly great place to work in.

Become a part of the iconic Brisbane brand, cherished by both travellers and locals alike. Our dedicated team is unwavering in our mission to protect and preserve wildlife, engaging guests through unforgettable experiences, educational initiatives, and exceptional service. Our goal is that everyone leaves feeling inspired to make small, positive changes in their daily lives to help protect their own native wildlife and habitats.

Through collaboration with our 130+ employees, suppliers, and customers, we aim to set a new standard in environmental wildlife management and conservation. This will contribute to building a stronger Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer, where we recognise the diversity of our workforce and community – be it on the basis of gender, age, race, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Our Vision

To protect, respect and conserve our environment and wildlife by educating and connecting people with nature.

Our Mission

To inspire individuals and communities to live in balance with the natural world.

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Wildlife Veterinarian to join our onsite veterinary team on a full-time or part-time basis, ideally 4 days per week. You will be responsible for providing high-quality veterinary care to a diverse range of native Australian wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, wombats, reptiles, and various bird species as well as a small number of domestic livestock species.

Key responsibilities

Conduct routine health checks, diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries.

Provide emergency care to injured or unwell sanctuary animals as well as incoming injured wildlife.

Collaborate closely with the senior veterinarian, keepers, vet nurses, and management on animal health and welfare matters.

Maintain accurate medical records and contribute to ongoing welfare initiatives.

Assist in the training and supervision of wildlife team members.

Be involved in maintaining established biosecurity measures and modification and maintenance of the preventative health schedule.

Perform postmortem examinations on all deceased sanctuary animals.

About you

A degree in Veterinary Science and registration (or eligibility) with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of Queensland.

A minimum of 2 years' veterinary experience with a preference to those with Australian wildlife and/or mixed practice experience.

Experience with Australian wildlife husbandry, orphan care and koala browse species also preferred.

Confidence in medical, clinical pathology and surgical procedures.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Strong communication and problem-solving skills with good presentation.

A category H weapons licence or eligibility to attain one.

Tetanus, Rabies and Q Fever vaccinations or a willingness to be vaccinated.

Must be fit and healthy.

Availability on weekends and public holidays is essential.

A competitive hourly rate.

A great working environment surrounded by passionate people and incredible wildlife.

Personal development opportunities to support your ongoing learning and career growth.

Free sanctuary entry for you and your immediate family, plus an additional 10 free passes per year to share with friends.

Team Member benefits across our Retail and Café Outlets.

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support.

A unique opportunity to work with Australia's most iconic native species in a collaborative, conservation-driven setting.

About us

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is the world's oldest and largest koala sanctuary, located on the banks of the beautiful Brisbane River and only a few minutes from Brisbane CBD. Our dedicated team is unwavering in our mission to protect and preserve wildlife, engaging guests through unforgettable experiences, educational initiatives, and exceptional service. Through collaboration with our 130+ employees, suppliers, and customers, we aim to set a new standard in environmental wildlife management and conservation.