Wildlife Officer (Reptile Focus)

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket, QLD, seeks an experienced Wildlife Officer (Reptile Focus) to join our team. This hands-on role involves caring for reptiles and supporting other wildlife sections while engaging guests.

You will perform daily husbandry, maintain clean exhibits, monitor animal health, and deliver presentations and experiences. Collaboration with department Heads, Wildlife Manager and the Curator is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant animal care qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Current Blue Card is required.
• At least two years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily husbandry for reptiles and other wildlife.
• Maintain clean and safe exhibits and monitor animal health and behaviour.
• Deliver engaging presentations and animal experiences to guests.
• Collaborate with Heads of Department, Wildlife Manager and Curator to support wildlife operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Animal care knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Animal care qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary – Fig Tree Pocket QLD

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is currently seeking an experiencedWildlife Officer (Reptile Focus) to join our team!

This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work closely with our fascinating reptiles while also gaining experience across other wildlife sections within the sanctuary. You'll play an important role in maintaining high standards of animal care and welfare while helping guests connect with Australia's unique wildlife.

As a Wildlife Officer, you'll be responsible for daily husbandry, maintaining clean and safe exhibits, monitoring animal health and behaviour, and delivering engaging presentations and animal experiences. You'll work closely with our Heads of Department, Wildlife Manager and Curator to support the smooth operation of the Wildlife team.

We're looking for someone with relevant animal care qualifications or equivalent experience, strong communication skills, a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to wildlife conservation. A current Blue Card is required, with at least two years of relevant experience preferred.