Wildlife Keeper - Pool

Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 864339
Location: 5152 - CRAFERS
Job status: Casual
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Wildlife Keeper contributes to the delivery of animal management services by assisting in the care of the park’s wildlife displays, assists as required with on park breeding programs, guided tours and presentations, cleaning and maintaining enclosures, preparing animal feed and the enhancement of visitor activities and education programs.

Desirable: Zoo Trade Certificates or Technical qualification in Animal Care.

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.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: 
This is a merit pool, and applicants may be offered a position based on organisational needs. 

Essential Criteria (including qualifications):

• Demonstrates a basic understanding of aspects of animal husbandry, breeding, health, record keeping and dietary requirements of Native Australian animals.
• Able to identify animal health requirements and initiate preventative measures under the direction of Veterinarians.
• Demonstrated ability to implement work programs including maintenance and repairs to fences, animal enclosures, aviaries, and associated husbandry and minor plant and equipment.
• Prioritises workload and allocates time appropriately.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in responses to state emergencies or associated duties.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia.
• Some out of hours work may be required including weekends and public holidays.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• Demonstrates ability to work alone and be self-reliant.
• The Department for Environment and Water is committed to providing a safe environment to all children and young people who access our services and visit our sites.  This role requires candidates to provide a valid Working with Children Check which must be renewed every five years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.

A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months. This information must be supplied by all applicants who are shortlisted for interview.

Remuneration: 
GSE2 $41.31 min - $41.73 max per hour, inclusive 25% casual loading in lieu of annual leave and sick leave. 

Enquiries to:
Hazel Lowe, Manager Animal Operations 
hazel.lowe@sa.gov.au
PH: (08) 8429 4924

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online and should include:

• CV (including two referees)
• Pre-employment Declaration (essential)
• Current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC)
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Complete the Wildlife Keeper questions. 

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+.

Applications close: 31/01/2027 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment Declaration.pdf
- Role Description GSE2 Wildlife Keeper.pdf

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.