Senior Wildlife Keeper

Description:

About the Role:

Cleland Wildlife Park is looking for a motivated individual ready to take the next step in their animal management career, working as a Senior Wildlife Keeper across the site's collection.

The Senior Wildlife Keeper is responsible for the day to day operation and direction of staff and exhibits within the animal management section and contributes to the delivery of animal management services by assisting in the development, maintenance and co-ordination of the Park's wildlife displays, breeding programs, native animal care routines and the enhancement of visitor activities and education programs.

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract:
Ongoing

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
• Some out of hours may be required.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
• The incumbent will be required to wear a uniform in accordance with departmental policy.
• This role has functions pertaining to working with children and is prescribed under the Child Safety (Prohibited Person) Act 2016 as requiring a Working With Children Check (WWCC). By applying for this role you consent to being screened for appropriate behaviour and to the Department obtaining, or requiring you to obtain a WWCC.

Remuneration:
GSE6 $1,185.50 min - $1,199.50 max per week

Enquiries to:
Laura Neale, Manager Animal Operations
laura.neale@sa.gov.au
PH: 8429 8456

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.