Wildlife Officer | Lost Valley Aviary Liaison About National Trust Queensland & the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Voted one of the Gold Coast's most popular tourist destinations, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) is the crown jewel of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) (NTAQ) properties. As one of Queensland's earliest nature-based tourist destinations, the Sanctuary is a physical embodiment of everything the NTAQ represents: to conserve and advance our natural and cultural heritage for future generations. As we continue to welcome visitors to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, we have an opportunity for a passionate and experienced Part Time Lost Valley Liaison Officer to support our Lost Valley and Wildlife team. This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced Wildlife Officer to join the Wildlife team for an immediate start.
About the Role Reporting to the Wildlife Manager, we are seeking a professional applicant who will be energetic, enthusiastic and have a high level of general wildlife knowledge and professional customer service skills. This role will involve delivering an energetic, friendly, and professional customer experience for our guests in the Lost Valley aviary while ensuring the safety of the guests and animals.
Duties Guest interactions, keeper talks, animal observations, and enrichment activities. About You Can deliver a high level of friendly customer service to all domestic & international visitors. Be prepared to work in an outdoor environment, in all weathers, in a role that requires substantial walking in a workplace that contains animals including birds and reptiles. Has a high level of energy, communication, and teamwork skills. Must be flexible and reliable with a positive 'can do' attitude in our team environment. Ability to carry/support up to 10kg for a prolonged period. Must be prepared to complete all necessary training and immunisations as may be required for this role. Flexible and available to work across weekends and school holidays. Certificate 3 in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care desired. What we can offer
Just as our charter is to protect, conserve, and celebrate the Environmental, Built and Cultural heritage of our State, we are also committed to ensuring our Team Members are protected, taken care of and celebrated! We offer current and future team members:
Benchmarked Salary Free On-Site Parking Tertiary Education Partners for access to recognised Qualifications Flexible Working Arrangements and Study Leave NTAQ Team Member Card offering unlimited entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and other SEQ sites and generous retail & food & beverage discounts. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Family & Friends Passes #J-18808-Ljbffr